Brisbane knows its way around a good feed. We've rounded up top restaurant venues for birthdays, business lunches, or just a good old knees-up with mates. Pull up a chair where the locals go, maybe near Queen Street Mall, or under the fairy lights in Paddington and enjoy that classic Brissy combo: great weather, even better food, and cold drinks that just keep flowing. Hungry yet? Scroll on and find the perfect place to book your next get-together.
In Brisbane, prices of restaurant venues average $55 per person. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in Brisbane, based on Tagvenue data from October 2025:
From $40 | to $75 | per person |
From $1500 | to $3500 | minimum spend per event |
From $90 | to $180 | hire fee per event |
You'll find restaurant venues in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in Brisbane, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2025):
Small restaurant venues | up to 40 guests | prices average $90 hire fee per event |
Medium restaurant venues | between 60 and 80 guests | prices average $2800 minimum spend per event |
Large restaurant venues | over 120 guests | prices average $3000 minimum spend per event |