Restaurant
Dark Shepherd
The Star Brisbane, The Terrace, Level 4/33 William St, Brisbane City QLD 4000, Australia
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The Star Brisbane, The Terrace, Level 4/33 William St, Brisbane City QLD 4000, Australia
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Dark Shepherd trades casino flash for embers and moody corners up on The Terrace. Lunch crowds lean on the nine-course Daylight Banquet to sidestep ordering friction—settling into indoor booths for warm pillow bread with taramasalata and slow-roasted lamb shoulder pulled off the bone.
- Wood-Fired Lamb & Cuts: Anchored by a slow-roasted 800g lamb shoulder built for sharing alongside scallops and warm pillow bread.
- The Daylight Banquet: A nine-course daytime feast running from 11am to 6pm with taramasalata, oysters, and roast chicken or slow-roasted lamb.
- Whisky Wednesday: Mid-week spirit flights featuring monthly brand tasting paddles alongside custom smoked old fashioned cocktails.
What's On at Dark Shepherd
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
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Why Dark Shepherd Delivers
From expansive daytime feasts and smoky wood-fired plates to memorable milestone gatherings, lock in your table to experience The Star's boldest dining room.
Dedicated Daylight Feasts
Diners can settle in for a leisurely nine-course daytime grazing banquet featuring Greek-style chicken or slow-roasted lamb, dips, and sides without waiting for evening dinner services.
We had a most enjoyable few hours grazing our way thru The Daylight Banquet on a Saturday afternoon.
Richard Friend Generous Banquet Value for Groups
Large multi-course banquet menus provide abundant portions across every course, ensuring groups leave completely satisfied without guesswork over order sizes.
We did the banquet and were pleasantly surprised by how filling it was and how much food you actually get for the price, definitely great value!
Preety Bains Milestone Celebrations with Thoughtful Touches
From surprise proposals to milestone birthdays, the team marks special moments with personal care, celebratory tokens, and complimentary touches in an intimate setting.
My husband proposed to me here and i wouldnt have been able to choose a better place.
firstname lastname Unhurried Group Feasting & Conversation
Comfortable booth seating and intuitive banquet pacing create an easy environment where groups can catch up and share dishes without feeling rushed.
Dining inside with exquisite decor , booth seating super comfortable and great for table of 5 to hear each other and share banquet .
Rachel Maunder Mid-Week Whisky Flights & Smoked Cocktails
Dedicated spirits programming on Wednesdays pairs featured monthly whisky flights with bespoke smoked old fashioned cocktails alongside an expansive wine list.
There are whisky tasting paddles of the featured whisky brand of the month, and smoked old fashioned cocktails built on the same whisky.
Nath Martyn Wood-Fired Mediterranean Meze & Signature Breads
Warm, pillowy flatbreads paired with rich dips and smoky wood-fired plates establish a standout modern Levantine dining experience.
The signature pillow bread and dips are a must-try, and the plant-based options are packed with rich, smoky flavour and executed perfectly.
Christopher McKellar
Most popular items
Guest favorites spanning daytime feasts, wood-fired mains, and Mediterranean meze.
Daylight Banquet
Fabulous 9 course meals to share, ample portions & timely service.
Simone Andrews Slow-Roasted Lamb
Great food, especially the lamb and seafood, with beautiful presentation and a lovely atmosphere.
Wardim kartinm Pillow Bread
The signature pillow bread and dips are a must-try
Christopher McKellar Halloumi Chips
My personal favourite was the halloumi chips!
Lorry
Other favorites
Secondary meze plates, desserts, and specialty drinks that round out the feast
Cheese Saganaki
loved the cheese saganaki too!
Waterlemonate Knafeh
lastly, the Knafeh, honestly i’m a sucker for crispy pastries with sweet syrup, this ofc had a lot more other ingredients too, overall my favourite, just a sucker for desserts like this.
Ang Rose Smoked Old Fashioned
There are whisky tasting paddles of the featured whisky brand of the month, and smoked old fashioned cocktails built on the same whisky.
Nath Martyn Brussel Sprouts
Brussel sprouts were lovely with labneh.
First Virtue
Beyond the menu
Thoughtful hospitality rituals and custom touches that elevate every celebration—book your table to experience them firsthand.
Complimentary Milestone Champagne
Couples marking relationship milestones, like marriage proposals, receive complimentary champagne poured table-side to toast the moment.
Personalized Birthday Tokens
Birthday celebrations are marked with personalized care, including commemorative tokens, sweet treats, and celebratory serenades from the floor team.
Bespoke Off-Menu Cocktails
Bartenders willingly craft custom, personalized cocktails on request when guests seek a drink outside the printed menu.
Whisky Wednesday Tasting Flights
Mid-week guests can explore curated tasting paddles featuring the whisky brand of the month alongside custom smoked old fashioned cocktails.
Before you head over
Essential planning notes to help you bypass friction—reserve your table now for an effortless Mediterranean feast.
Arrive Hungry for Set Menus
The multi-course banquets deliver significant volume across their spreads. Skip morning snacks before lunch sittings to avoid over-ordering, as courses like pillow bread, taramasalata, and mains provide a generous, filling feast.
Choose Your Seating Zone Wisely
Booths adjacent to the live seafood tanks feature low backrests that may feel awkward over extended meals. If lumbar comfort is a priority, request central dining banquettes or standard indoor tables, and note that terrace seating faces inward without city skyline views.
Navigate Daylight Banquet Options
The 9-course Daylight Banquet runs daily from 11am to 6pm for the entire table (minimum two guests). The standard centerpiece is Greek baked chicken (Chicken Sto Fuorno), but tables wanting red meat can opt for a slow-roasted lamb upgrade on arrival.
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