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Blank Canvas Warehouse Space With A Rustic Heritage Modern Twist

With 102 years of history and a recently listed venue on Hidden City Secrets, eSpace is an authentic combination of restored heritage and modern elegance. Formerly known as the Inglis Tea Merchant’s Building, it has now evolved into a focus of aspiration and creativity where contemporary trends meet a charming and historical...

Fortitude Valley’s New Prince Consort Rules All on its Own

A consort generally refers to the companion of a reigning monarch – but in this case, The Prince Consort rules all on its own. This stunning historical pub in the heart of Fortitude Valley is a heritage listed dream venue that’s been recently renovated and is ready for you to...

Brisbane’s Top 50+ Function Venues

Need a venue to host your next function? Look no further than our list of the top 50+ Function Venues & Rooms for Venue Hire in Brisbane. We’ve got all the best hot spots, from rooftop spaces to hidden basement bars. Eagles Nest  21 Lambert St, Kangaroo Point QLD 4169,...

Build-Your-Own Burrito Bowls in Tex-Mex Paradise

It’s a fiesta every day of the week at El Camino Cantina in Bowen Hills, and you’d be loco to miss it. The beloved Mexican cheap eats haunt already caters to Brisbane’s collective taco cravings, but their newest offerings will have you salivating even before you don your sombrero. El...

Say Hola to Brisbane’s Premiere Spanish Tapas Restaurant

If you have a love for Spanish food and all things tapas, the newly opened El Matador in a little laneway in Brisbane’s CBD is the place to be, no bull! The brainchild of Leo Castelluccio, who opened Melbourne venues Graffiti Club, Cato and Bakers Gallery, El Matador is set to electrify...

This Brisbane Eatery Is A Brunch Cafe By Day And A Thai Restaurant By Night

Looking for your next Insta-worthy brunch venue? Or maybe somewhere to go out for some Thai food with your BFFs? Cheeky after work drinks? How about getting your dog’s face printed on your latte? Well look no further because you can get all of this and more from Pawpaw Café...

Catch The Best Views Of Brisbane City At This Amazing Rooftop Venue

Spectacular sunsets, eclectic tapas and a healthy mix of signature and classic cocktails are what you can expect from The Eagles Nest in Brisbane. Conveniently located nearby Brisbane River, the 12th floor of The Point Brisbane Hotel is home to the city’s most stylish rooftop event and function venue. If...

Deck the Halls of these Awesome Brisbane Christmas Venues!

The silly season is fast approaching, and if you have been appointed the task of organizing your workplace or family’s annual Christmas Party, not to fear, those midnight nightmares about function venues and canapes you wake up screaming from will soon be over for good! So whether you are looking...

This Classic Pub is Serving up 1KG Steaks in Brisbane

When an Australian hears the words “corner hotel” it’s not uncommon for an image of an elderly tradie anchored to a dated bar stool by his own beer belly to sprout into mind. But clearly these Australians are yet to pay a visit to Woolloongabba’s Norman Hotel. You’ve heard of...

We’ve Found Brisbane’s Best Views at this Sky-high Restaurant

A popular tourist destination that is continuously surpassing customers’ expectations with their diverse menu and impeccable service. Summit Restaurant and Bar, located just 7km out of Brisbane city boasts style and class, a must see for all visitors and locals. The highlight of the restaurant is their picturesque view overlooking...

Have A Tipple At Embassy Craft Beer Bar

As the first established craft beer bar in the Brisbane CBD, the Embassy Bar projects a sophisticated getaway from the hustle and bustle with its vintage outlook, exposed brick walls and industrial styling. The menu is created by Hatted chef Rob Campbell who serves up up modern American style dishes...

Prepare To Be WU-ed

Brisbane’s iconic waterfront precinct, Eagle Street Pier, has an impressive offering of world-class dining options that share unrivaled views of the Brisbane River. Hosting acclaimed restaurants such as Matt Moran’s ARIA, Il Centro, Cha Cha Char and Saké Restaurant & Bar, there is as certain Madame causing much hype in...

The Woolly Mammoth is alive

It’s too bad that mammoth’s are extinct, because I have a feeling that they would feel a great deal of privilege having this ultra-cool alehouse in Brisbane named after them. It’s a beautiful fusion of all things good in the world, beer in a great atmosphere, Woolly Mammoth in Fortitude...

GOMA Gosh’

Behind every leading man, or in this case gallery, comes the leading lady, in this case, one of Brisbane’s top fine-dining restaurants. Introducing GOMA. The Queensland Art Gallery of Modern Art (QAGOMA) houses some of Australia’s most innovative artworks, and has the vision of becoming the leading institution for the contemporary...

The One and Only, Miss Moneypenny

It wouldn’t be a trip to Noosa without visiting Miss Moneypenny’s at least once. If you’re looking for a place to unwind and enjoy some quality food and drinks, or a venue to host your next function, look no further than this favourite local haunt. Located on the main street of...

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The Holiday Spots You Won’t Need Your Passport For

Let me guess: you are curled up on the couch in a set of pyjamas you’ve worn three days in a row, you need to clean your room and you don’t have anything in the house to eat. To make it worse, all you see on Instagram are the photos from that one friend’s 3-month […]

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Upcycled Brisbane: Historic Venues For Your Next Event

Whether or not you’re a history buff, we all love being able to whip out a bit of trivia at a gathering! But what happens when the bars and restaurants of Brisbane become the trivia themselves? Here, we present Hidden City Secret’s favourite venues with a past that dish out the best food and drink

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Take A Trip Back In Time To SuperFly Studios

Whip out your flares and put on your best platform boots, SuperFly Studios is here and they’re ready to party! From the same people that brought us Brooklyn Standard and Suzie Wong’s Good Time Bar, comes SuperFly Studios, a retro club ready to transport you into a Boogie-fever dream. Nestled in th

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