Best Winter Warmer Pubs in Brisbane

Despite the regularly warm climate and alfresco living, Brisbane pubs can still accommodate to your needs during winter. With winter menus to warm your insides and cosy furnishings to settle you in, you may be tempted to avoid the outdoors and stay in the comfort and relaxation of these welcoming spots.

Mick O’Malley’s

Warm yourself up in the heart and soul of a classic Irish pub. Nothing could beat bangers and mash, Irish stew or steak and Guinness pie and a whiskey short, or a pint of the black stuff within a warm setting. As it’s winter, allow yourself a sweet treat in the way of warm chocolate tart or apple and rhubarb crumble. There are regular open mic nights and showcases of local talent to help you while away the hours.
171-209 Queen Street, Brisbane
www.mickomalleys.com.au

Sixes And Sevens

While this gorgeous gastro pub may have alfresco drinking and dining – perfected with its yard, complete with beer bar and Astroturf lawn – it’s only once you step inside Sixes And Sevens that you fully appreciate its character. In a nod to the public houses of last century (and the memories of your grandfather falling asleep in his chair), the inside is divided between a saloon-style bar and a lounge area, with charming leather couches, armchairs and stools. The sandstock, working fireplace has been carefully and respectfully preserved, increasing the warm and welcoming atmosphere and making it the perfect escape from the cold. The pub is complemented with beautifully grilled meats, thick-cut chips, bar snacks and a wide range of beers and cider to dance whimsically upon your palate.
67 James Street, Fortitude Valley
www.sixes.com.au

The Courthouse Restaurant

If you’re looking for restaurant quality with a pub welcome, look no further than The Courthouse Restaurant. Enjoy Winter Wednesdays from now through to August, with a traditional Beef Wellington next to the warmth of a crackling fire, for $40 per person. You can also choose from chicken, veal, lamb and seafood dishes. Sip on a glass of red and escape the breezy evenings whilst you enjoy the views of Moreton Bay and the sound of a live pianist, in the comfort of the restaurant.
1 Paxton Street, Cleveland
www.courthouserestaurant.com.au

St Bernard’s Hotel

Celebrate a July Christmas at the St Bernard’s Hotel on Tamborine Mountain. Held every Saturday in July, the hotel famous for its love of the St Bernard, lights the open fires and serves eggnog upon your arrival and, yes of course, they cook up a traditional Christmas dinner with all the trimmings. You won’t have any room left once you’ve demolished this three-course meal, which presents the choice of cured gravlax, pate, stuffed mushrooms, turkey tenderloin, duck and salmon, as well as a trio of desserts! For just $65 each, you might be tempted to come back the following Saturday!
101 Alpine Terrace, Mt Tamborine
www.stbernardshotel.com.au

The Norman Hotel

Proudly declaring itself as Brisbane’s worst vegetarian restaurant, carnivores flock to The Norman Hotel when they want their meat cravings met. What could be better when it’s a tad nippy than sitting in an inviting hotel that wants to feed you a banquet of ribs, steak, burgers and chicken fit for a king? They love meat so much, that they’ll even show you how to perfectly cook your own through the Master Steak Cooking Class. Of course, there is the odd vegetarian dish, but who wants a salad over a burger anyway?
102 Ipswich Road, Woolloongabba
www.normanhotel.com.au

Pig ‘N’ Whistle

With their classic British menu, the Pig ‘N’ Whistle pubs are a great spot to hunker down in during the cooler months. Serving up classic British dishes, such as sausage and mash, fish and chips with mushy peas and lamb shank, you certainly won’t get home sick at the Pig ‘N’ Whistle pubs. Oh, and just to make things even better, they show live sport too! With three pubs across Brisbane, there’s sure to be one near you.
Riverside Centre, 123 Eagle Street

Indooroopilly Shopping Centre
Cnr Musgrave & Station Rds
Indooroopilly

Bottom of Queen Street Mall
Queen Street
Brisbane
www.pignwhistle.com.au

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