Where to get dinner with a group when you want the food to be more memorable than the bill

Say goodbye to the guesswork and hello to some serious catch-up time with your nearest and dearest! 

Bird’s Nest

Forget party pies and platters, Bird’s Nest is here to impress with packages ranging from $35 to $115 per person. Treat your guests to a showcase of yakitori flavours that blend traditional charcoal grilling with modern Japanese flair. Host a cocktail-style celebration with finger food favourites like crispy fried karaage and mixed yakitori skewers that are guaranteed to keep everyone coming back for more. Whether it’s a birthday, engagement, wedding, anniversary, bridal shower or Christmas function, Bird’s Nest has you covered with a dining experience that’s equal parts flavourful and unforgettable.

Chu the Phat 

When it comes to large group bookings, Chu The Phat has plenty of options! With their awesome banquet menus, the team has you covered with a variety of mouth-watering dishes that cater to everyone’s tastes. So sit back, relax and let the experts take the wheel as they serve up a culinary experience that will delight your entire crew. And when it comes time to split the bill, there’s no need to whip out the calculators. Our favourite thing about a banquet? No one ends up leaving with food envy. Plus, for a little extra cheer, any function that selects a beverage package will receive a cocktail on arrival, on the house.

Hello Please

If you’re looking for a top-notch pan-Asian spread, there’s no going past Hello Please. We’re yet to meet anyone who’s been less than delighted by the chef’s choice Feed me banquet. With the option to book for up to 12 people online, why not fire up the group chat right now?

La Lune Wine Co

Small but mighty and French-inspired without the fuss, La Lune Wine Co knows how to throw a party. Perfect for small to medium-sized functions, they can craft a menu to suit the style and vibe of your celebration. With a lengthy list of wines and spirits, their central wine bar is a stylish spot for birthdays, corporate functions or more formal gatherings. For something a little more exclusive, their elevated and semi-secluded private dining room accommodates up to eight guests, and whole-venue hire is available on request for larger groups who want to make a night of it.

Southside Restaurant

Looking for a space to fit you and 23 of your closest friends? Look no further than Southside’s private dining room. This exclusive dining experience, situated at the very top of Southside, takes privacy to new heights. With the perfect vantage point to look out over the bustling laneway, unparalleled exclusivity and top-notch personal service, it’s the perfect setting for you and your friends to indulge, celebrate and savour the moment. If you’re after a more relaxed vibe, there are still plenty of seats to choose from in the courtyard, just make sure you book ahead!

Maeve Wine Bar

For those friends who have no personal boundaries and getting up close and personal is the norm, our top pick is Maeve Wine Bar. With their cosy booths, it’s the perfect setting to dive into some salacious gossip and serious eats. Settle on into a booth and embrace the warm and inviting ambience. If that doesn’t get you spilling some serious secrets, then the wine pours will!

Midtown Bar Brisbane 

Queue All I Want For Christmas Is You because Midtown’s new 12 Bites of Christmas, designed for groups of six or more, is exactly the dose of luxury and laughter you’re looking for this silly season. For $79 per person, settle in for a two-hour feast bursting with flavour, from prosciutto-wrapped prawns and glazed honey leg ham to fried Camembert with fig jam, and a figgy pudding that’ll have you singing carols by dessert. If you’re after something a little less festive but just as fun and flavourful, the alfresco Downtown space at the front of Midtown is perfect for a six-piece canapé-fuelled celebration. At $45 per person, this chic spot caters to groups of 15 to 30, serving up lobster croissants and steak tartare crostini in a setting that’s effortlessly stylish, social and just the right amount of cheeky.