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

Rally the crew – Howard Smith Wharves is where group dining dreams come true. With epic riverside views and a killer lineup of eats, it’s the perfect spot to graze, sip, and soak up the vibes with your favourite people. Keep it chill at Felons Brewing Co. with share-style pub bites, woodfired pizzas, and beers brewed on-site (plus live music if you’re lucky). Craving carbs and vino? Ciao Papi dishes up fresh pastas, seafood, and Italian classics that were made to be passed around the table. For something a little fancier, Stanley serves up next-level Cantonese flavours with plenty of wow-factor – think luxe interiors, river breezes, and plates made to share. Whether you’re planning a long lunch, a lazy dinner, or just want to snack and chat for hours, HSW nails the group dining brief with top-tier food, flowing drinks, and all the good vibes. 

Searching for the perfect spot to gather your group? Look no further than Opa — Brisbane’s vibrant Greek restaurant that seamlessly blends clever design with classic Greek hospitality to create meaningful connections and shared enjoyment. Chic circular booths, banquettes, and flexible free-standing tables set the stage for everything from casual hangouts to special celebrations, accommodating groups of all sizes. At Opa, the dining experience is as much about the food as it is about the company. The entire menu is crafted for sharing, featuring delicious dishes like the irresistible Opa Smash seafood platter, succulent lamb Souvla cooked on the spit, flavourful Kotopoulo Yemista, and mouthwatering Keftedes. With an impressive à la carte menu and a variety of banquet options showcasing the chef’s best offerings, your group is in for a treat.

Follow the fragrant flavours of Southeast Asian cooking on Ada Lane and you’re in for an extra spicy group hang. This modern Thai restaurant has plenty of room to feed your crew to the tune of sizzling woks with a banquet menu of the restaurant’s most popular dishes required for groups over seven. With kingfish ceviche, chicken burgers in smoked sriracha, coconut turmeric curry, and banana blossom salad serving as just a few of the delicious features on the menu, every palate will be sure to be pleased.

Under the fairy lit trees in The Valley, you’ll find a large banqueting and drink hall where tasty Chinese food is served in the most generous of portions. With a focus on the wok cooking of Southern China and Hong Kong as well as the Guangdong style of traditional BBQ cooking, the approachable menu is definitely a crowd pleaser. Plus, with its convenient location, you’re perfectly positioned for kicking on well into the night!

Enjoy the effortlessly indulgent vibes of the Greek islands right here in Brisbane, when you snag a cabana for your gang poolside at Hellenika. Bookings of up to ten can be made with just a few clicks on their website, setting you up for a delightfully fresh and boozy long lunch or delicious dinner spread. Like a private dining experience in the open-air of the stunning Calile Hotel, whatever the moment calls for, Hellenika will no doubt deliver.

Fact: SOKO is one of the most unique rooftop restaurants in Brisbane. Why? Because not only do they offer a decadent menu blending Peruvian and Japanese flavours, they also deliver a hefty dose of drama with their dishes. As you dine on flavourful Machupichu Maki, you’ll also be able to choose from over 40 flavours of pisco sour cocktails to drink while watching Latin dancers and bongo players perform against a backdrop of surreal sunsets. When you reserve a table at SOKO, you’re not only in for an incredible meal, you’re also going to be served a rich exotic dining experience.

If you’re rounding up the crew, Bar Pacino is the move. Known for its riverside views and crowd-pleasing Italian eats, this is group dining done right. The hero of the table? The legendary Pacino Platter – a drool-worthy spread of cheesy, crispy, saucy goodness that was made to share (and snap for the ‘gram). Pair it with one of their bottomless brunches or a round of signature cocktails and you’ve got yourself a party. Whether it’s a birthday, catch-up, or just an excuse to indulge, Bar Pacino makes group hangs easy, fun, and seriously delicious. 

Intimate, sophisticated, and delicious, Patina Restaurant at Customs House is the place to go for your next function. Offering picturesque, riverside dining for groups of up to 20, Patina’s idealistic setting and exquisitely curated menu are sure to leave all your guests with a favourable taste in their mouths. From the very best in wine and hand-poured cocktails, to two or three-course customisable menus including morish share plates and mouth-watering mains like duck breast, chicory, and toasted oat parsnip and hand-rolled gnocchi, Patina has all your bases, and post-event reviews, covered.

In charge of picking the place? If you’re after top-tier food, plush group seating, and all the vibe, Donna Chang delivers in spades. Set inside one of Brisbane’s most iconic heritage buildings, this modern Sichuan-inspired restaurant is all about big flavours and even bigger moments. The space oozes elegance with high ceilings, soft blush interiors, and just the right amount of drama – perfect for everything from milestone celebrations to bougie catch-ups with the crew. Designed for sharing, the menu fuses ancient Cantonese techniques with premium Aussie produce, making it a dream for food lovers. Think dumplings, lamb ribs, whole fish, lobster rolls and flavour-packed sides that keep the chopsticks moving. With dishes made to share and an atmosphere that’s both upscale and inviting, Donna Chang will elevate your group experience – that’s a guarantee.  

If you’re looking for the perfect spot to gather the gang, Lennons Restaurant and Bar is made for group dining. Right in the heart of Brisbane City and perched above Queen Street Mall, this effortlessly stylish venue, inside the Hyatt Regency Brisbane, blends relaxed vibes with seriously good food – ideal for everything from long lunches with the crew to birthday dinners and team celebrations. With plenty of space, welcoming service, and a flavour-packed all-day bistro menu, Lennons knows how to cater to a crowd. They also have a private dining room for up to 50 guests if you’re feeling fancy. Start the day with a buffet or à la carte brekkie, keep things casual with lunch specials that hit the spot, or settle in for dinner with elevated takes on the classics. Whatever the occasion, Lennons serves up fresh, local flavour with a side of city views — the kind of place your group will want to return to, again and again. 

Got an adventurous crew on your hands? Lúc Lắc at Queen’s Wharf is just the spot for a fun night out. Born from the team behind Brisbane favourites Donna Chang, Byblos, and Iris Rooftop, Lúc Lắc (pronounced “Look Luck”) pays homage to the iconic Vietnamese dish Bo Lúc Lắc (Shaking Beef) – think bold, wok-tossed flavours that explode on the palate. Here, modern Vietnamese cuisine gets a fresh, vibrant twist that’s as cool as it is delicious. Set in the heart of Brisbane’s Queen’s Wharf precinct, Lúc Lắc captures the electric vibe of a bustling Asian market fused with the sleek energy of a cocktail lounge. The colourful, eclectic interiors mix wild patterns and textures – a little unexpected, totally winning – crafting a lively, buzzing atmosphere perfect for any gathering. With two banquet options designed for sharing, group dining has never been easier or more fun. Whether you’re catching up over cocktails and bar snacks or celebrating big moments with a lavish feast in one of the plush booths, Lúc Lắc makes every occasion feel special. 

Forget your standard night out in Brisbane – TAMA Supper Club is where group celebrations go next level. Blending the carefree spirit of a Mediterranean beach club with New York City’s after-dark sophistication, it’s the ultimate setting for birthdays, milestones, and those “just-because” nights with your favourite people. The menu is made for sharing, the cocktails are crafted for clinking, and the live DJ and saxophonist duo keep the energy sky-high. And yes, dancing on tables isn’t just welcome – it’s encouraged. Even Drake couldn’t resist the vibe, booking out TAMA for an exclusive, invite-only party during his Aussie tour. With two private dining rooms available — and the option to hire the entire venue — you can create a night that’s just as iconic. For a mini escape without leaving Brisbane, TAMA is a no-brainer.  

Stanley Restaurant is where group dining gets seriously elevated. Whether you’re wrangling the crew for a birthday, a long lunch, or just an excuse to eat something amazing with friends, this waterfront favourite is made for sharing. Their banquet menus are packed with traditional Cantonese flavours, reimagined by Head Chef Louis Tikaram using fresh local produce and a whole lot of flair. There are four banquets to choose from – ranging from $65 to $250 per person – so whether you’re keeping it casual or going all out, there’s something to suit your vibe. Think juicy dumplings, crispy duck, and flavour-packed plates that’ll have everyone reaching across the table for more. Served family-style (the only way to do it, really), and set against moody waterfront views, Stanley is the kind of place where great food and good times go hand in hand. Come hungry, leave obsessed.