RedBrick Hotel — Restaurant in Brisbane City

Overview

The Redbrick Hotel, situated at the corner of Annerley and Stephens Roads in Woolloongabba, offers a smart and upmarket restaurant experience in a historic setting.

Food & Drink

My wife and I dined on a quiet Sunday night in July. We started with drinks at the bar: a pint of Great Northern Super Crisp for me and a Baileys for my wife, priced at $20 for both, although the Baileys was just about one sip. For our entree, we went for the garlic bread, which consisted of four pieces of chunky sourdough with tasty garlic butter for a hefty $10 (remember when a serve of garlic bread cost $7, just a year or two ago?)

For mains, we both chose chicken schnitzels with chips, salad, and sauce ($27 each). My wife requested extra vegetables which added a few pesos to the bill. The generous portions featured succulent, tender chicken in crispy batter, accompanied by crunchy chips and fresh salad. I opted for pepper sauce, while my wife chose mushroom.

We finished with an apple strudel dessert ($12), served with cream, ice cream, and strawberries - a perfect sweet ending to our meal.

Service

The service was exceptional throughout our visit. All staff members were friendly and attentive, particularly our table waitress who was helpful and patient. Meals were served promptly and in the correct order, allowing ample time between courses for a leisurely dining experience.

Ambience

The hotel's interior exudes charm and style, with tasteful dark decor, exposed brick, high ceilings and low mood lighting, creating a warm, homely and inviting atmosphere. Carpeted floors ensure excellent acoustics. We dined in a smaller area with wooden furniture and comfortable upholstered seating, which contributed to the relaxed and casual vibe.

Cost

The evening cost us 100 pesos altogether, and that bought us one pint of lager, a tiny glass of Baileys, a garlic bread, two chicken schnitzels and a dessert. I guess the way things are going in Australia, with hyperinflation out of control and restaurant prices going up every week, that’s not bad value, especially given the high quality of the food and service.

Toilets

There are clean, modern and well provisioned toilets just behind the main dining area. I loved the super fast new Dyson hand dryer in the men’s. But with only one cubicle and one urinal you may have to wait if the place really gets full.

Parking

The hotel shares a cramped visitors parking area with the next door apartment complex, but with only six spaces, you’ll be lucky to get one. When we arrived, there was one space left in the middle (there are three on each side) but it was so small, and with cars on either side, it was impossible to manoeuvre my little sedan into it, so we ended up driving up and down for awhile before eventually settling on a space in nearby Lockhart Street, which was unrestricted but it’s a narrow and dark street. Next time we may just opt for a spot in Stephens Rd, as the manager suggested we do.

Summary

The Redbrick Hotel offers an excellent dining experience with outstanding food, efficient service, and a relaxed atmosphere. Despite some parking challenges, it's definitely worth a return visit. The combination of high-quality cuisine, friendly staff, and inviting ambience makes for a thoroughly enjoyable...

The Red Brick hotel has enjoyed a restoration to restore it to its former glory. Gone us all the gawdy external and internal paint and the tacky suspended ceilings. Back is the original and rustic brickwork of its namesake. From the outside the pub looks tidy, elegant and original. The interior uses the exposed brickwork for a midern cool industrial feel, moderated by the plasterwork on the ceilings which provides softeness and sophistication harking back to the old days. A generous sized dining room and public bar occupy ground, along with the obligatory games room. The beer selection is solid, if a bit unremarkable. The menu is broad pub fare at a reasonable price. But there lies within the pages of the menu, an unannounced monster! I foolishly stumbled into its grasp and only after much pain and tears emerged.. mostly in shape. To what do I speak? Beware the "hot wings". Sitting nonchalantly beside the standard buffalo wings, with nary more than a nod to a 'kick of Carolina Reapers', these puppies turned out to be the hottest wings I think I've ever eaten. Tasty, easy at first bite the heat starts to build.. "No worries" I thought to myself as the heat built, "I got this"... I ate a couple more, expecting the heat to peak.. but no.. the heat powered on until I was forced to admit defeat.. tears rolling down my cheeks.. torn between the tastiness, suprise and burn.. I gave up and orders some bread.. It's been a long time since a dish showed no mercy like these wings. Loved 'em. Will be back! Next time,...

Next to my workplace is an excellent place for knockoff beer.

The Redbrick Hotel in Woolloongabba is a solid choice for after-work drinks, especially if you're a beer enthusiast. Located near my workplace, it's become a go-to spot for unwinding with colleagues.

Pros: Excellent beer selection, featuring both local craft brews and popular commercial brands Relaxed, unpretentious atmosphere perfect for casual catch-ups Outdoor seating area great for Brisbane's climate Friendly and efficient bar staff Good pub grub menu if you're feeling peckish

Cons: Can get crowded during peak hours, especially on Fridays Limited parking options nearby

The Redbrick's renovated interior strikes a nice balance between modern and classic pub aesthetics. Prices are reasonable for the area, and they often have happy hour specials that make it even more attractive for post-work drinks.

Overall, if you're looking for a reliable spot to grab a beer after a long day at the office in Woolloongabba, the Redbrick Hotel is...