Desperately in need of some inspiration this V-Day? We've got you covered with our round up of incredible last-minute date ideas at South Bank.
Romantic Picnic for Two
Riverside Romance with River Quay Fish
Enjoy a love-filled picnic hamper for two at River Quay Fish for $59. Dive into beer-battered fish and chips, pepperoni pizza, and sticky date pudding, plus add on your choice of drinks for some extra indulgence by the water's edge. Available for the full month of February (score!). Reserve your hamper here.
Picnic Paradise at The Jetty
Immerse yourselves in romance with The Jetty's Lovers Picnic. Indulge in hummus, toasted pita, sweetcorn fritters, and French patisserie desserts from C’est Du Gâteau! Priced at $110 per person, available from the 14th to 18th of February. Reserve your spot here.
Indulgent Riverside Dining Experiences
Indulge In Italian Romance at Popolo
Experience amore with a lavish Italian banquet at Popolo for $85pp. Elevate your experience with a wine pairing for an additional $55pp and savour the flavours of Italy under the stars and taking in the panoramic river and cityscape. Book here.
Sensational Splendor At OTTO
Sweep your amore off their feet with OTTO's riverfront dining experience for $199 per person. Enjoy live music, a spritz cocktail on arrival, and a sumptuous three-course choice menu. Upgrade your evening by adding caviar and oysters. That’s not all, you’ll also be treated to a complimentary OTTO chocolate to take home, and if you book with a group of four or more, you’ll receive a free bottle of OTTO prosecco to enjoy! Secure your reservation here.
Enchanting Dining At River Quay Fish
Spoil your sweetheart with breathtaking view of the river and a romantic three-course dinner at River Quay Fish for $89pp, featuring oysters, butter-poached lobster, and red velvet cake (drool!). It’s the ultimate way to impress your V-Day date. Reserve your spot here.
Mediterranean Luxe Riverside Dining At Ithaka
Show your love at Ithaka’s feast of Saint Valentine dining experience for a three-course vegetarian menu for $75pp, or the standard menu for $95pp. Savour the tastes of Olympus halloumi, spanakopita pie, and Angus beef with almond skordalia to name a few faves. Add a little more indulge to your luxe riverside night with an optional wine paring for an additional $45pp – $90pp. Book your table here.
Charm and Culinary Wonders At The Jetty
Treat your taste buds to a romantic three-course menu overlooking the sparkling Brisbane River at The Jetty for $85pp. From Sydney Rock oysters to roasted duck breast, and desserts from C’est Du Gâteau, every dish is a delight. Reserve your spot here.
Three-Course Dining Experiences
Turkish Temptations at Ahmet's
Relish an evening of authentic Turkish flavors with a five-course shared banquet at Ahmet's for $69 per person. Don't miss their special Valentine's Day Cocktail—a passion fruit Mimosa on arrival. Book here.
Delicious Hearty Eats At Barbossa
Treat your special someone to a three-course V-day dinner at Barbossa for $65pp. Indulge in a delicious line up of tempura prawns with spiced salad, rump steak with a bugs and prawn topper, and a trio of gelato for dessert to name a few menu items we’ve got our eyes on. Make your dinner extra special by pairing it with a glass of Pierre D’amour pinot gris or pinot noir! Reserve your spot here.
Fiesta Fun at Mucho Mexicano
Celebrate Valentine's Day at Mucho Mexicano for just $99 for two, and enjoy house-made guac with corn chips, croquetas, sizzling fajitas, and leche flan. Add a three-course cocktail menu for an extra $50pp and toast to love and happiness. Make a booking here.
Vici's Modern Italian Feast
Indulge in Vici's three-course shared menu for $99 for two, featuring squid ink spaghetti with crab and slipper lobster, and flan di latte for dessert to name our fave menu items. Add a three-course cocktail menu for $50pp. Book in here.
Ole's Spanish Delicacies
Celebrate with a three-course Spanish feast at Ole for $99 for two. Enjoy freshly shucked oysters, roasted barramundi, and a luscious leche flan. Enhance your experience with a three-course cocktail menu for $50pp. Reserve your table here.
Gourmet Dining Experiences
Baba Ganouj’s Sparkling Dining Experience
Impress your date with any of the mouth-watering Baba Ganouj banquets and receive a glass of prosecco on the house. The banquets serve up a selection of the most popular dishes including creamy hommus with saj bread, zesty fattoush salad, and scrumptious chicken and kafta skewers. Reserve your spot for V-Day here.
Embers' Sizzling Celebration
Drop by Embers for a sizzling Valentine's Day experience priced at $70 per person. Indulge in Croser sparkling, oysters, prawns, and a delectable chocolate dessert. No need to book in; simply drop in on V-Day.
Something A Bit Different
Artistic Escapades at Cork & Chroma
Get artsy this Valentine’s Day at Cork & Chroma's ‘Loved Up’ paint and sip sessions for $69pp. Put paint to canvas to create your heart balloon masterpiece. Pro tip: grab drinks and nibbles from Little Stanley Street to fuel your inner artist. Our picks are Gnocchi Gnocchi Brothers or Mucho Mexicano! Reserve your seat for the 9th of February here or the 14th of February here.
Valentine's Day On The Green
Dust off the picnic rug and head to Riverside Green on the 18th of Feb from 2pm to 6pm to enjoy a Valentine’s inspired line up of tunes from Birdman Randy and Franky Smart. Level up your experience by indulging in delectable picnic bites from River Quay’s finest. View picnic hampers here.
