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Stilts Dining

147E Alice St, Brisbane City QLD 4000, Australia

Recommended by 45 people

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147E Alice St, Brisbane City QLD 4000, Australia

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+61 7 2111 6880
HoursMonday: 11:00 AM – 9:30 PM Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 9:30 PM Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 9:30 PM Thursday: 11:00 AM – 9:30 PM Friday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Saturday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Sunday: 11:00 AM – 9:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Stilts Dining

Hovering directly over the Brisbane River on the Kangaroo Point green bridge, Stilts Dining frames the water and the Story Bridge from an open-air vantage. Regulars make an early run for the multi-course Banksia banquet before sundown. The kitchen leans into flame and seafood—delivering Tajima Wagyu sirloin seared medium-rare to render the marbling, delicate Moreton Bay bug risotto, and rich twice-cooked pork chops alongside crisp potato terrine. Behind the bar, staff pour inventive drinks like spicy tequila creations and matcha sips. Anniversary celebrations arrive with handwritten table notes, and the meal wraps on a dark chocolate mousse with a velvety finish.

  • Over-Water Bridge Setting: Set directly above the water on the Kangaroo Point green bridge, offering expansive panoramas of the Brisbane River and Story Bridge.
  • Banksia Banquet: A focused multi-course spread served daytime and early evening, balancing rich cuts like Wagyu steak with seafood courses.
  • Precision Grill & Seafood: Prime Tajima Wagyu cooked to render marbling, paired with robust sauces and sides like crisp potato terrine.
  • Attentive Milestone Care: Hospitality tuned for milestones, marked by personalized touches like handwritten cards and well-paced courses.
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Reasons to Choose Stilts Dining

Why guests choose Stilts Dining for milestone celebrations, leisurely lunches, and city hosting

  • Architectural Over-Water Bridge Setting

    Constructed above the Brisbane River on the Kangaroo Point green bridge, the dining room offers open-air vistas of the river, cliffs, and Story Bridge.

    Newly fitted out with amazing vistas up and down the Brisbane River and located high over the water as part of the new Kangaroo Point green bridge.

    KevinS

  • Thoughtfully Tailored Celebrations

    Milestone events and romantic evenings are elevated through deliberate personal touches, from commemorative cards to thoughtful course pacing.

    We were seated right on the edge of the restaurant, with the Story Bridge framing the evening, and welcomed with a beautiful handwritten note celebrating our anniversary.

    Nate Cooper

  • Disciplined Culinary Execution

    The kitchen pairs scenic water views with disciplined culinary execution, from perfectly rendered steaks to delicate toothfish and rich house sauces.

    View and location were fab, obviously- but the food was banging. Service was friendly, tight and disciplined.

    paddywagen001

  • Accessible Multi-Course Banquet Value

    The daytime and early-evening Banksia banquet offers an accessible multi-course spread featuring premium proteins and seafood without high-spend pressure.

    Popped in before 6 to grab the cheaper Banksia banquet. Delish! Beers good too. Good value.

    Justin Graham

  • Pride in Showcasing Brisbane

    The panoramic river setting and structured courses make hosting out-of-town guests seamless and memorable, presenting Brisbane dining at its finest.

    Highly recommended for both visitors to the Queensland capital and residents who want to demonstrate the culinary expertise of this beautiful city.

    John Wood

  • Welcoming and Attentive Group Hospitality

    Front-of-house staff provide attentive, warm, and accommodating service that puts celebratory groups and visiting guests immediately at ease.

    We’ve been to many fine dining restaurants in Brisbane, but this is one of the few places where we genuinely felt so welcomed and well taken care of.

    Didi Yip

Signature multi-course menus and kitchen standouts overlooking the river

  • Banksia Banquet

    Banksia banquet for $64 is very good value for money.

    Gerry Buitendag

  • Moreton Bay Bug Risotto

    Risotto in a prawn bisque with delicate pieces of Moreton Bay bugs was a highlight. The taste was superb.

    John Wood

  • Patagonian Toothfish

    However all accolades for the Patigonia Toothfish - one of my all time favourites! Big chunky serve, beautifully cooked and so sweet.

    KevinS

  • Twice-Cooked Pork Chop

    The standout main was the twice-cooked pork chop with mustard jus, confit glazed onions and chicharrón.

    Dan R

Other favorites

Indulgent desserts, crafted sides, and house-baked starters to complete your meal

  • Dark Chocolate Mousse

    the dark chocolate mousse is to die for

    Sophie Woods

  • Cheesecake

    with cheesecake to finish. Every single item we ordered was exceptionally flavoured and well portioned.

    Nate Cooper

  • Potato Terrine

    the potato terrine with béarnaise, bresaola and saltbush was outstanding. Crispy on the outside, layered perfectly throughout and packed with flavour, it paired well with the pork. If you visit Stilts, the potato terrine is a must-order.

    Dan R

  • Brioche Bread

    I enjoyed the brioche bread, which was light, fluffy and impossible not to keep reaching for.

    Dan R

Beyond the menu

Attentive, personalized details that elevate milestone occasions and bridge-side dining

  • Handwritten Milestone Welcome Notes

    Guests dining for milestone anniversaries are welcomed at edge-side tables with custom handwritten celebration cards.

  • Candlelit Birthday Dessert Gestures

    Birthday celebrations are surprised with complimentary scoops of ice cream complete with lit birthday candles.

  • Anniversary Toasts and Treats

    Servers thoughtfully mark romantic milestones by offering complimentary celebration drinks and desserts to toast the evening.

  • Tailored Cut & Temperature Consultation

    Waitstaff guide guests through banquet dining with deep dish knowledge, offering tailored steak temperature guidance based on specific marbling to render fat properly.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you access the restaurant and where can you park?

Stilts is built directly on the Kangaroo Point green bridge above the river. Guests note it is directly accessible right on the bridge rather than requiring a detour via the lower river walkway. Those driving often park on the Kangaroo Point side of the bridge and enjoy the short walk across. Paid parking lots and paid street parking are available nearby.

Is there a set banquet menu option?

Yes. Guests regularly recommend the multi-course Banksia banquet, an approachable set menu offered daytime and early evenings (often noted between 11am and 6pm) that features courses like Moreton Bay bug risotto, steak, and sides, with optional dessert additions like dark chocolate mousse.

Can you book a table with river views for special occasions?

Advance bookings are accepted and recommended, especially for milestone celebrations like birthdays and anniversaries where staff frequently arrange personalized touches or edge seating overlooking the Brisbane River and Story Bridge.

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