St Valentine’s Day

January 18th, 2012

Love is in the air!  On this most romantic of days, what could be better than a beautiful dinner at a riverside location, candlelit tables with a single stemmed rose, and live entertainment?  Both our restaurant and our River Room are open for dinner.  Reservations are essential.  Here’s the menu…. Read the rest of this entry »

FREE Wedding Open Day

January 17th, 2012

We’re throwing open our doors and showcasing our beautiful spaces for weddings on 11 and 12 February between midday and 4.00pm.  There are great prizes to be won and  sensational giveaways for everyone who attends.   Alastair will be there offering Read the rest of this entry »

Produce Dinner 7 & 8 February

January 17th, 2012

The next in our series of dinners featuring Queensland Produce will be held on Tuesday 7 and 8 February.   Chef Alastair McLeod will be personally hosting both evenings dubbed “Best of the Best”, Read the rest of this entry »

We’re here to stay!

November 28th, 2011

We are very pleased to advise that Brisbane City Council have confirmed that Bretts Wharf is able to remain open at least until January 2015.  We had thought we were going to have to close due to land resumption, however this is no longer the case.

Christmas Day

October 13th, 2011

It’s hard to believe that it is here already!  Christmas Day is always fantastic at Bretts Wharf.  A fantastic a la carte menu, roving entertainment to keep everyone happy and a face painter for little ones.  And of course our views!  We have two options either dine in the Restaurant or in our River Room.  Here are the menus and details….

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Melbourne Cup Day

September 23rd, 2011

Melbourne Cup Day is sure to be a cracker this year!  There will be live entertainment all day and you’ll find me shucking oysters at the oyster bar where the Mumm’s champagne will start off a great day of fun and excitement.  Here is the fantastic 4 course menu…. Read the rest of this entry »

$19 Lunch Special

September 9th, 2011

We have a terrific lunch special at the moment – crispy tempura battered local fish, with Japanese aioli and chips.  Plus a glass of wine or a local beer for just $5.  Perfect for a quick mid-week lunch or a leisurely Saturday afternoon with friends.

Produce Dinner 7 September

August 24th, 2011

The next, and second to last, in our series of produce dinners will be held on 7 September.  Featuring the produce of the Gold Coast – the 5 course menu is $69. Alastair will be ‘table hopping’ and visiting all tables and growers of the region will also be there.  Here is the menu and more details… Read the rest of this entry »

Paella Recipe

August 8th, 2011

Francis Domenech (one of our owners) comes from the Catalonia region (bordering France and Spain).  Using his family recipe which has been handed down through generations, we have a magnificent paella on the menu at the moment.  It’s a fantastic dish to share, or you can try making it at home.  You can download the recipe here… Read the rest of this entry »

Yes! We are open!

June 9th, 2011

We are open for lunch and dinner every day.  It is business as usual for us right up until our last day, Australia Day 2012 when sadly we are closing due to land resumption.  Until then, you can expect fantastic food, service, ambience and that beautiful view of the river and city.  We look forward to welcoming you.

"Whether you're dining in the restaurant, river room or an event at your place, the produce should be the star. I am motivated to cook interesting, uncomplicated food using the very best locally sourced produce." - Alastair McLeod

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