This July - September, South Bank is turning red, white and bleu to bring the vibrant culture and charm of France right to the heart of Brisbane. Visit South Bank and indulge in a taste of France across a variety of special offers from our favourite restaurants and cafes. Think giant croissants, flowing French Martinis, cancan dancers, French-inspired picnics, paint and sip sessions, mime artists, an array of French cheeses, and a towering four-storey tribute to the Eiffel Tower – the Paris Tower!
Where to Get a Taste of France
Vici Dive into a $90 bottomless brunch featuring five fabulous courses paired with free-flowing Aix en Provence Rosé and French Martinis. Expect to indulge in a delicious line up of marinated Mount Zero olives, arancini, pane lievitato (signature wood-fired bread), flash-fried baby calamari and caprese ensalata. Available every Saturday and Sunday from 11am. If you're after something sweet, you can't go past their fantastique Italy-meets-France-inspired desserts that are available in the deli!
The Jetty A cheese board and a cheeky cocktail is always a good idea, and The Jetty is offering one you don’t want to miss. Weekdays from 3 pm to 6 pm, enjoy two Grey Goose Martinis alongside a deluxe three-cheese board boasting brie, cheddar, blue, crackers, red onion chutney, fried fruits, and walnuts, all for $35.
Barbossa Treat yourself to Barbossa’s range of French cocktails like Kir Royale, French 75, or a classic French Martini. Pair it perfectly with their baked camembert drizzled in honey and walnuts for $15.
Fritzenberger Cheese lovers rejoice! Witness the spectacle of a huge Raclette Cheese Wheel melting over frites and 'Frenchified' hamburgers, a cheesy indulgence for an extra $6.
Ole Ole will host a six-course Fiesta that includes an impressive line-up of Mount Zero olives, pan con tomate, wagyu cecina, croquetas, lamb skewers and patatas bravas with free-flowing French inspired drink options of Aix en Provence Rosé and French Martinis for $90, or $25 per glass Veuve Clicquot. Available weekends from 11:30am.
C'est Du Gateau C'est Du Gateau is taking their French flavours to a new level of deliciousness with a different Brisbane Roll each month (aka. a pastry stuffed with a new flavoured custard each month) for $9.50, grab a regular croissant and coffee combo for $11, or go big with an EXTRA-large croissant over select weekends for $35!
Denim Co. Denim Co offers a luxurious French Hot Chocolate priced at $6.50(drool!), renowned for its rich, velvety texture and decadent cocoa flavour, making it a delightful indulgence for chocolate enthusiasts.
OTTO Embrace French flair with premium wine pairings at OTTO Ristorante's signature tasting menu for $199 per person. Don't miss OTTO Osteria's specials like the Osteria twice-baked cheese soufflé for $24 and the French-inspired cocktail “Mon Cherie (actually a French patisserie in a glass with sweet but tart strawberry and peach, the decadence of a croissant infused mascarpone milk punch!).
Brooklyn Depot Indulge in a French Dip Sandwich or their famous poutine fries, paired perfectly with your choice of a French Martini or French 75 for $34.95. Perfect for date night or catch up with friends!
Baba Ganouj Baba Ganouj will celebrate South Bank turning French with an $18 chocolate fondant that is perfect for all the sweet tooths out there, and of course a French Martini.
Poppies Poppies is bringing a touch of France with their fabulous cocktail specials! Experience their delightful French Martini with a twist or savour a French-inspired Mimosa with Chambord and bubbles alongside their delish menu offerings.
Ma Pa Me Try the refreshing Chimosa cocktail – a mimosa with Chinola instead of orange juice, adding a unique twist to this classic cocktail.
Harajuku Gyoza Harajuku Gyoza is taking the flavours of Japan and adding a bite of France. Enjoy their famous grilled pork gyoza served with hollandaise sauce, $12 for 5 pieces, or $18 for 8 pieces.
