With an expansive viewing platform open to hotel guests and visitors alike 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and there are three venues to enjoy. Embracing old world grace to deliver unparalleled heritage luxury in the heart of the CBD.... With flavours spanning the globe, from tempting Western to Asian menus.... The rest of Brisbane’s rooftop bars now have some stiff competition from the openair cocktail joint, which is operating day and night, features a particular focus on sips with botanical infusions and does tunes by sunset.
Amongst the dining and leisure experiences opening from August 2024 and beyond, this luxury hotel marks a new era in Brisbane’s inner-city hospitality scene (and an incredible excuse for a city stay-cay, if you ask us!). Boasting 340 rooms with river or city views, there are also 60 lavish suites and four opulent penthouse suites for those seeking the most luxurious escapes. The highly anticipated opening of the Queens Wharf precinct has been a hot topic on many Brisbanite’s lips, and we’re excited to announce that you can officially make reservations at this five-star luxury Star Grand Brisbane resort. Launching Thursday, 8 May, 8am - 2pm, Brisbane City Markets brings its signature vibrancy to the city’s newest destination — The highly anticipated destination has been purposely designed for entertainment, catering for events of every scale, and bringing a thrilling new era for events in Brisbane. Queen’s Wharf Brisbane features one of the greatest collections of culturally significant heritage buildings and places in Australia, brought to life through careful restoration work and repurposing
One of the most anticipated attractions, the Sky Deck, offering panoramic views of Brisbane, is also open for public access, and with high demand expected, controlled access will be in place to ensure safety. The resort’s high-tech, state-of-the-art, 3,500m2 Event Centre – boasting the city’s largest hotel ballroom which can hold up to 1,440 seats – is also open; the venue has limited booking availability for the remainder of 2024. The rest of Brisbane's rooftop bars now have some stiff competition from the openair cocktail joint, which is operating day and night, features a particular focus on sips with botanical infusions and does tunes by sunset.
The Tassis Group have announced a second venue within the Queens Wharf Brisbane precinct called Dark Shepherd. Set to offer all-day dining, this new restaurant will serve modern interpretations of traditional French dishes, including escargot, steak au poivre and more. With interiors by Clui Design, Pompette features a champagne and oyster bar, leafy alfresco area and three private dining rooms. Pronounced ‘Look Luck’, this new restaurant invites diners on a culinary journey through Thailand, Singapore and Vietnam with a modern and fresh menu that delights the palate.
Perhaps you're eager to tuck into southeast Asian dishes at Luke Nguyen's reimagined Fat Noodle, or to get a taste of Japanese fine-dining at the first outpost beyond Sydney for Sokyo? In August 2025, Star Entertainment Group sold their stake in the development. A set of escalators lead visitors to the high roller level. The luxury five star Star Grand hotel occupies towers two and three, which are the two curved towers. The Latin American-inspired Azteca can seat 126 people. Cicada Blu, an open-air bar and Euro-inspired eatery called Aloria will both be located on the Sky Deck. Queen's Wharf precinct Wharf consists of four towers situated atop a seven-storey podium and a five-level basement.
The show-stopping interior design promises full-length water features built into the walls, Aztec artwork, live greenery, semi-private circular pods and 126 seats. The same team who brought you Brissie venues such as Carmen Tequileria, Lina Rooftop, Soko Rooftop announced their Queen’s Wharf expansion to the delight of Brisbane foodies and cocktail connoisseurs. Inspired by sister venues Cucina Vivo on the Gold Coast and Cucina Porto in Sydney, this gorgeous new restaurant will soon become your favourite new luxe, inner-city haunt. The third Greek venue in his portfolio, Michael Tassis plans to delight Brisbane’s taste buds with punchy wood-fired grill flavours, clever cooking techniques and exceptional produce, housed within a highly-cultured dining experience. The first of two new venues to be announced for the new Queens Wharf dining precinct from the Tassis Group is Pompette. The in-house mixologists at Cherry craft bespoke seasonal cocktails for your enjoyment, so be sure to spend some time poring over the menu while they’re pouring you a drink. Those who love a cocktail with dinner will adore this new Queen’s Wharf dining destination, with a long list of classic, signature and premium cocktails to choose from.
Black Hide Steak & Seafood brings its acclaimed menu and expert staff to the largest restaurant on The Terrace. Sokyo has brought its culinary expertise and artistic presentations, transforming conventional dishes into extraordinary culinary masterpieces. HUA brings a refined take on modern Chinese dining, blending traditional flavours with a contemporary flair. The Terrace on level four, The Casino on level 7 and of course the offerings on the Sky Deck. Perched 35 metres above street level, between the resort’s four towers, The Star Brisbane’s Leisure Deck is a 12,000sqm open-air oasis in the heart of Brisbane’s City. Brisbane is buzzing with excitement as Queen’s Wharf transforms The City’s riverfront into a vibrant playground of luxury and leisure.
Stay in the know—get insider tips on food, travel, style, and more, delivered to your inbox weekly. Sitchu acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work, live, and play. Or if you’re craving fine fare, make a reservation at these chef-hatted restaurants in Brisbane. A brand-new Italian dining destination fit for royalty was unveiled late in 2024, adding to Queen’s Wharf formidable foodie presence. With indoor and outdoor seating for up to 240 diners, this new steakhouse is one of the biggest restaurants on The Terrace, with views across the Brisbane River. One of Australia’s most iconic Japanese restaurants has opened its doors to serve locals and visitors with sumptuous sashimi bouquets and ornate dishes. Unlike its French counterpart Pompette, Dark Shepherd will bring a lamb-focused, Mediterranean menu to this inner-city dining precinct.
This involved the placement of a 175-tonne piece of steel 100 metres above ground level, between the two curved towers. By October 2021 the lift cores for both the Dorsett hotel and Rosewood hotels had reached level 21. Excavated rock was used to provide fill for the development of a car mall at Brisbane Airport.