Brisbane’s Best Restaurants For Groups To Keep The Whole Crew Happy

Bringing the flavour and flair from Italy, Salt Meats Cheese (SMC) in Newstead is a guaranteed good time, especially for those booking in groups! Paying homage to their roots and heritage while spicing things up with modern, innovative twists, and a little theatre, each dish on the menu will warm your heart and have you singing amore! Vibrant and full of atmosphere, your table is not complete without a few cocktails to boot, and boy, do they know how to make the perfect Aperol. With an antipasti shared offering as well as pastas, pizzas, and desserts, sharing is caring when you bring your crew to SMC. Ciao!

Grab the gang and head on down to the Crown! With 140 years keeping Brissy locals happy and fed, the newly renovated pub now plays host to a vibey beer garden, bistro, and bar, so there’s plenty of room for your crew. Let the live music on Fridays and Saturdays serenade you all, as you soak in the laid back atmosphere, whether you’re catching a live game at the sports bar or enjoying a sip at the garden bar. Promising produce-driven pub fare as well as modern dishes to satisfy everyone dining there, there are also monthly Drag Bingos, Sunday Jazz, Steak Night, and Trivia Night to ensure never a dull moment at Crown Hotel.

If there’s one thing friends are good for, it’s having fun, and Victoria Park is the perfect setting for you and your crew. From their 18-hole putt-putt course that’s fully licensed to the scenic two-tiered Bistro, you and your gang can have a full day out in this stunning parkland precinct. Let the good times roll on the weekend, where live tunes kick off at 12pm on Sunday, and fresh seasonal dishes and chilled beer, wine, and cocktails are served. Bookings are essential though, so be sure to secure your crowd a table.

Think you can’t find anywhere to fit your group? How do two converted World War II plane hangars sound? With bookings of up to 16 available online, Stratton is the modern industrial venue made for laidback and loud nights catching up over drinks and share-style plates. The choice is yours here, with over 35 cocktails alongside a flavour-based wine list and beer selection, as well as a menu offering something for everyone, whether it’s cheeseburger dumplings, braised beef short ribs, or bolognese pizza.

Got a hungry crew of picky eaters? Then cover all your bases with over 70 drool-worthy food stalls at Eat Street! Built from 180 repurposed shipping containers, Eat Street boasts cuisines from all around the globe making it practically impossible to not find a dish that will tickle your fancy. The neon hub also stages some of the best local live entertainment around town, so you can take your bites with a side of groovy beats.  

Under the regal gaze of Mrs Brown, this airy space serves up an elevated bar experience made for spending with good company. Sip down and cheers to your faves or dig into the share-style menu dusted with Asian flair, featuring paratha pancakes, rotisserie chicken in a secret ten-spice rub, and flavourful sides. However you spend your sesh at Mrs Brown’s, it’s sure to be equal parts leisurely as it is lively in a home-away-from-home.

You might think heading out on a whim with a group is only possible if your destination is a public park, but Brisbane Powerhouse’s resident haunt proves otherwise. Groups of up to ten are welcome as walk-ins at Mary Mae’s to enjoy the uninterrupted river views, sun-drenched terraces, and all-day dining menu of re-imagined European classics. Or, set up shop at the bar and enjoy unique takes on the usual suspects, as well as a homegrown range of Brisbane-brewed beers.

It’s a truth universally acknowledged that dumplings are a safe bet when satisfying the taste buds of a big group, and Fat Dumpling certainly rests the case. With a homely vibe and mouth-watering array of dishes, the authentic delicacies here are handmade on the daily, from the spring rolls to the prawn dumplings, and barbecue pork buns. Fat Dumpling’s long dining table can seat a group of up to 20, and ordering is made easy with their chef’s banquet menu, which will see their best dishes served up and designed to be shared. Conveniently located on the bustling King St with parking for the precinct too, you’ll be the friend of the hour when you bring your crew to Fat Dumpling.

On the hunt for a dining destination ideal for larger groups? With lush decor and a bountiful menu that will appeal to all snack and sip seekers, long-lunch havers, and function diners, you’ll be in good hands at Botany. Boasting four exclusive venue spaces including the bar, alfresco, indoor dining, and full venue hire, there’s something to suit all events and occasions. Not only will your crew be delighted by the space and the menu, but with Botany located in Gasworks Plaza, no one will struggle to find a car park, and that calls for major bonus points.

When you’re looking for the perfect dinner spot to meet your friends at, you’ll generally look for a place that caters to everyone’s tastes, and maybe even allows you to share a plate or two, right? Well, luckily this type of thing is Olive Thyme’s speciality! Owners Sibel and Yalcin are all about traditional Turkish hospitality and want everyone who sets foot in their restaurant to feel part of the family, so they’ll always go the extra mile to make sure you and your buddies all have a delicious dish to devour, succulent wine to sip on, and an entertaining experience you’ll still be talking about long after you leave. Make use of their private dining area that can host up to 70 of you and your closest.

A friendly and fun setting right in the heart of Wilston, Ming Ming’s Kitchen is the perfect place to make your next group function a hit. Offering everyone’s favourite fragrant Vietnamese fare (the French-infused slow-cooked beef is a real crowd-pleaser) and an extensive beverage list featuring one-of-a-kind cocktails, Ming Ming’s can cater to groups of all palates. Worried about size? Whether it’s a friendly group get-together, a family reunion for 40 on the patio or even a company party for 70 in the dining room,  you and all of your guests will be well catered for. While most dishes are served to share, Ming Ming’s can also create a unique banquet menu for your event with pricing options ranging from just $40 – $60 per person.

Take your crew for a stroll down Racecourse Road and you’ll be treated to Ascot’s latest and greatest dining destination – Victory Lane. Favoured by locals and far-flung foodies alike, this atmospheric venue can host tables of up to 20 guests in their general dining area. Dig into their menu made up of fresh, local produce featuring the likes of freshly shucked oysters, housemade gnocchi, seven-day dry-aged duck, and more. For the indecisive, Victory Lane offers set menus, but you’re going to want to be selfish here and have a dish all to your own! They also house a gorgeous function space if you want to up the ante (and the guest list!). Combining fine dining with a casual vibe? Now that’s the recipe to success!