Opa Bar & Mezze, Brisbane City: If there’s anything that beats a Santorini sunset, it’s Riverfire’s fireworks display. You can enjoy the spectacle from Opa Bar & Mezze while enjoying a special banquet filled with Greek delights. Pop in for the first sitting (5:00–7:00 pm) and devour the likes of fetta saganaki, whole lamb shoulder, chargrilled octopus and flash-fried calamari – all for $150 per person. Pop in after 8:00 pm and you’ll be able to order from the full a la carte menu. Head to the Opa website to book!
Massimo Restaurant & Bar, Brisbane City: Nab some front-row seats to Riverfire’s fireworks display at Massimo and enjoy an Italian feast as the night comes alive. Those enjoying a early sitting between 5:00–7:00 pm will be able to enjoy a $125 per person banquet boasting sand crab cavatelli, cured salmon and pollo alla diavola. Guests with a booking after 8:00 pm will be able to order directly from the a la carte menu. Bookings can be made here.
Madame Wu, Brisbane City: Riverside stalwart Madame Wu is pulling out all of the stops for its 2023 Riverfire celebrations. Revellers can come and enjoy a four-hour drinks package from 5:00–9:00pm, including beer, wine, spirits and a selection of cocktails. Canape-style food will be available throughout the evening, with entertainment keeping guests entertained after the fireworks have finished. Secure your spot via Madame Wu’s website.
Riverland, Brisbane City: Riverfire is best enjoyed as close to the river as you can get, and you can’t get much closer than Riverland. Opt for the $149 standard package and you can still watch all of the action from one of the best vantage points on the Brisbane River while enjoying a two-hour offering of roaming canapes and bountiful bites. Or, for $189 per person, you can snag a two-hour premium package and access to the Sky Deck with the best views of the firework display. If you want to go all out, the $199 deluxe package will gain you access to the Promenade, a private bar, two hours of deluxe canapes and many more palate-pleasing bites. What’s more, aDJ set from Set Mo will keep the party going well into the night. Snag a ticket here.
Fridays, Brisbane City: Lively locale Fridays is lighting up the night with stellar views of Riverfire’s firework and light show with some top-notch packages to help you celebrate! A general admission ticket is just $35 and includes a gift on arrival. Those keen to go all out can opt for the $149 ticket, which includes a three-hour all-inclusive VIP canape and drinks package. Entry is from 5:00 pm. Grab your tickets here.
Fiume Bar at Crystalbrook Vincent, Brisbane City: Escape the bustling Howard Smith Wharves and take in sweeping river and city views from underneath Brisbane’s Story Bridge at Fiume Bar at Crystalbrook Vincent. Good vibes will be in high supply from 5:00 pm, with three hours of delectable canapes and live food stations. Plus, you’ll be able to wet your whistle with a luxe beverage package of wine, beer and a signature cocktail on arrival. Tickets to this elegant event are $229 per person and can be purchased at the Crystalbrook Vincent website.
The Terrace, South Brisbane: Snag a vantage point without equal and witness Brisbane City come alive this Riverfire at The Terrace atop Emporium Hotel South Bank. For $299 per person you can enjoy four hours worth of premium canapes and late-night bites, as well as a decadent house-made dessert display. You can wash it all down with flutes filled with Mumm champagne, tipples from the Olmeca Altos Tequila pop-up margarita bar, Queensland spirits, a selection of fine wines, as well as select tap beer and non-alcoholic options. It’s all happening 5:00–9:00 pm with live entertainment on the cards, too. Make a booking here.
Popolo, South Brisbane: With a kick-ass view across the river, Popolo is a primo place to pull up a seat for Riverfire. On Saturday September 2 from 5:00 pm, guests can enjoy a three-hour premium beverage package and a delicious set menu of Italian eats. Think crispy bread with burrata, truffle and olive oil, seared scallops with cauliflower puree and lemon oil, and char-grilled sovereign lamb cutlets with peperonata (sweet cooked-down bell peppers) and goats curd. Tickets are $230 per person and can be bought here.
Eagles Nest, Kangaroo Point: Watch the night sky light up at Eagles Nest in Kangaroo Point when Riverfire rolls into town. From 5:00–9:00 pm, enjoy a four-hour all-inclusive food and drink party package. Get your tickets now from $249 online.
Mr Percival’s, Brisbane City: Mr Percival’s will be turning on the sound system and firing up the party for its annual Riverfire celebration this year. Music, cocktails and good times will be flowing from 5:00 pm. Cocktail-style bookings are available for groups of six or more, with a minimum spend of $100 per person. Groups under six are catered for on a walk-in basis. To secure the best seat in the house, bookings are essential. Head over to Mr Percival’s website or you can email [email protected] or call 3188 9090.
Felons Brewing Co., Brisbane City: Felons Brewing Co. will be bringing the bang as Riverfire ignites in 2023. Secure your perfect seat and dig into the mouth-watering set menu of elevated eats, featuring Kilroy sirloin and an artisanal cheese board for $85 per person. Live music will keep the good times going long after the fireworks have fizzled. Book online now to secure your spot or just walk in and pick your perfect vantage point when you arrive.
Ciao Papi, Brisbane City: Gather your famiglia and get ready to watch the sky light up this Riverfire at Ciao Papi! Enjoy a delicious riverside seated feast for $110 that includes all of your favourite Ciao Papi dishes served share-style over four courses, including sumptuous burrata, freshly baked scallops, chargrilled sirloin and more. Plus, this three-hour offering includes an Italian beverage package to keep your whistle wet throughout the night. Tickets are $110 per adult, with tickets for bambinis under 14 just $50. Or, if charcuterie fits the Riverfire bill, opt for the 18+ Giardino package for $65 per person and graze from a selection of cheeses and charcuterie. Making a booking online.
Stanley, Brisbane City: Join the throng at Stanley for front-row seats to the firework display as Riverfire kicks off Brisbane Festival on Saturday September 2. Savour the celebrations with a special-edition fire banquet curated specifically by head chef Louis Tikaram, and kick the night off with a glass of Louis Roederer Champagne on arrival. Tickets are $149 and can be purchased online.
Felons Barrel Hall, Brisbane City: Treat your tastebuds to terrific eats and beers while watching the sky light up at Felons Barrel Hall. Offering delicious dishes no matter where you park your party, you can opt for an indoor package at $65 per person (or enjoy the West Terrace Deck package at $65 per person) and dig into a curated menu of fare with a vantage point to match. Or, score the comfiest seats in the house with the Bean Bag package for two people at $350 per person and savour oysters, caviar and champagne among other elevated eats. The festivities are expected to keep rolling all night long with live performances and DJs on the decks. Walk-ins are also welcome to mosey down and pull up a seat on the deck. Make a booking online.
Greca, Brisbane City: Head to Greca and enjoy this year’s Riverfire display! Take in the pyrotechnics show over a Greek feast with a mouth-watering share-style menu and a two-hour beverage package for $170 per person. The menu features signature dishes from oven-baked lamb shoulder with Greek yoghurt, roast potatoes with garlic and parsley, and grilled octopus with pickled chilli. If you want to take it up a notch, go for the $280 package with additional tipples, making your night extra special. Make a booking online.
Yoko, Brisbane City: Entertain your eyes and taste buds simultaneously at Yoko this Riverfire. The $170 izakaya-inspired menu features signature dishes from grilled prawns with kombu butter and duck fried rice with egg and kimchi, to fresh kingfish with sesame and cucumber and togarashi-doused edamame. Plus, there’s a two-hour beverage package available boasting unlimited yuzu spritz and a wider range of tantalising tipples. Bookings are limited, so get in ASAP. Make a booking here.
Valley Hops Brewing, Fortitude Valley: Drink in views with ice-cold brews this Riverfire on the rooftop at Valley Hops Brewing. For the first time ever, Valley Hops Brewing is offering a brand-new perspective and a cracking display of the Story Bridge, The Valley and the city skyline. Enjoy freshly brewed craft beer on tap, with a chance to savour its limited-release Riverfire Saison (specifically brewed for the occasion). Local DJs will be bringing the vibe while you savour fare from the grill and woodfired pizza oven. This event is walk-ins only, so we suggest getting in early to secure a spot.
YOT Club, Brisbane River: Experience one of Brisbane’s most anticipated yearly events on YOT Club. YOT Club is proud to present an array of entertaining and luxurious offerings, each of which have been designed specifically to create an exceptional Riverfire experience like no other. If you want some of the best seats in the house to see this year’s spectacular fireworks display, book your tickets online now.
Lina Rooftop, Fortitude Valley: Take it sky-high this Riverfire and score sky-high seats at one of the best vantage points Brisbane has to offer. Make your way to Lina Rooftop and indulge in a $225 offering, which will see you enjoy a three-hour all-inclusive food-and-drink package topped off with a decadent dessert station. Dine on oysters with yuzu ponzu and caviar, labneh tartlets with chilli and lime salt, Moreton Bay bug baos, and duck harumaki, just to name a few. Sippers will be able to enjoy Lina’s signature spritz, Estrella lager on tap and premium wines, while Lina’s resident DJs will enhance the poolside vibes. Book a table here.
Bacchus, South Bank: Dine on a deletable degustation this Riverfire at Bacchus. Fireworks lovers can come early for the first seating at 5:00 pm before walking into South Bank to enjoy the show, while night owls can spend the evening at the restaurant from 7:00 pm and experience the show away from the crowds. The menu features dishes like sourdough with cultured butter and wattleseeds, sashimi with ponzu, golden sesame, daikon and sea grape, seasonal Urban Valley mushroom risotto with grana padano, and black Angus eye fillet with pumpkin, dukkha, pepitas and red wine jus. Tickets are on sale from $99 online.
Soleil Pool Bar, South Bank: This Riverfire, book a booth at Soleil Pool Bar and take in breathtaking views of the Brisbane City as it lights up in glowing colours. Experience the ultimate VIP treatment with premium service and a complimentary charcuterie board for your group, then dance the night away with live entertainment. Bookings require a $20 per person deposit, that can be redeemed at the bar. Reservations are limited, so head to the Soleil Pool Bar website to book a spot.
W Brisbane, Brisbane City: Unlock the ultimate Riverfire staycation at W Brisbane, and enjoy sweeping views of the Brisbane River South Bank, Moutn Coot-tha and beyond at the WET Deck. Guests staying overnight on Saturday September 2 will gain exclusive access to the WET Deck, which will pair live DJs, curious cocktails and belly-pleasing bites with prime seating for an unrivalled view of the firework festivities. Head here to make a booking.
The Lex, Brisbane City: For a salivation-worthy feast and primo positioning for Riverfire viewing, be sure to make a reservation on Saturday September 2 at The Lex. For $235 per person, you can secure one of the best seats in Brisbane for Riverfire, alongside a flavour-packed four-course menu featuring the likes of tater tots with Avruga Caviar, Warwick flat iron steak and New York cheesecake with a twist. Secure your spot by heading here.
Tenya, Brisbane City: Tenya Japanese restaurant will be giving Riverfire guests exclusive access to its luxurious terrace, boasting breathtaking views across the river to South Bank and beyond. For $98 per person you can indulge in a delicious Riverfire buffet, with kids aged six to 11 half-price and entry for kids aged four and under completely free! Or, experience the magic from Tenya’s balcony bar, where you can secure a seat with a complimentary glass of bubbles for just $38 per person. Head here to book.
Persone, Brisbane City: Gather your go-to crew and reserve a table at Persone Italian restaurant for some palate-pleasing plates and sweeping Riverfire views. Ideally located on Podium two of Brisbane Quarter, come 7:00 pm on Saturday September 2, you will be perfectly places to witness the kaleidoscope of colour that will engulf the sky for this year’s Riverfire. Head here to book your spot.
Phat Boy, Brisbane City: Let Phat Boy Brisbane’s a la carte dining experience delight your tastebuds on Saturday, September 2. Enjoy enticing eats that blend local flavours and global inspirations, filling your belly before or after the firework festivities. Head here to make a booking.
Phoenix, Brisbane City: Celebrate Riverfire with a captivating Chinese-inspired banquet at Phoenix. With its prime location and array of mouth-watering morsels, guests can savour the fabulous fireworks display before or after their flavoursome feast. Book a spot by heading here.
