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Gallery, Cafe, and Wine Bar - Birrunga Cafe, Brisbane City, AU-QLD

Birrunga Cafe

4.7
4.7
32 Reviews
$40 and under
Café
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Situated at basement level off Adelaide Street, in the heart of the Brisbane CBD, we serve as a sanctuary away from the hustle of the city where you can sit amongst a vast collection of First Nations art and artefacts, whilst enjoying delicious food, coffee, specialised non-alcoholic beers as well as a selection of boutique reds, whites, sparkles, ciders, and ales.

Our café is nestled in the heart of gallery boasting menus that are heavily influenced by bush tucker and indigenous cuisine. We utilise fresh and native ingredients to deliver modern twists on cultural classics, packed full of unique flavours. We serve breakfast and lunch every weekday from 7am to 3pm, and dinner every Thursday and Friday from 5pm.

The warm, welcoming glow of the spacious, open plan gallery is accented by various recycled, solid timber dining tables that can easily accommodate large group events or host an in

Make a reservation

2 people
11:00 pm
Experiences are available.

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Café, Breakfast, Australian

  • Hours of Operation

    Tue, Wed 7:00 am–2:00 pm Thu, Fri 7:00 am–8:00 pm Sat 9:00 am–8:00 pm

  • Phone number

    0456 204 687

  • Website

    https://www.birrunga.com.au/cafe

  • Payment Options

    MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress Code

    Casual Dress

  • Catering

    We provide a vast range of affordable catering options, with a unique First Nations inspired menu that you wont find anywhere else. Delivery available in the Brisbane CBD.

  • Private party facilities

    Our large, spacious gallery provides the perfect backdrop to host your event, no matter the size, style or budget we can work with you to make your event one to be remembered.

  • Location

    300 Adelaide St, Basement Level, Brisbane City, AU-QLD 4000

  • Area

    Brisbane CBD

  • Parking Details

    None

  • Public Transit

    Situated near many inbound and outbound bus stops and 5 mins walk from the train station.

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Delivery, Entertainment, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Kosher, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • The Wine Down

    $50.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    An intimate time with wines & unique artworks at the only Indigenous-owned & operated commercial cultural hub in Meanjin. For only $50pp, you can enjoy a 2 hour package of all-you-can-drink wine, paired with our Native grazing platters. *limited spots, booking essential

Offers

  • 30% Off Food & Drinks

    Multiple dates available
    Thu - Fri - 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
    We recognise that your happiness should not be limited to an hour, so come down and explore Birrunga Gallery for a few. Starting from 3PM to 6PM, you'll receive 30% off your total bill (including food). With a wide range of cocktails, wines and food to choose from, there's no better place to end a hard day's work!

What 32 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.8Value

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  1. S

    Squirrel

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 2 July 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was excellent and cheap. Our family of 7 had a meal and desert for about $100. They had plenty of gluten free options for my celiac daughter. The gentleman serving us was very friendly and helpful.
  2. L

    Luvfood

    Brisbane

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 5 April 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A hidden oasis in the busyness of the city. Amazing artwork
  3. TG

    TonyG

    Brisbane

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 31 March 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Aman and his staff do a great job in this innovative place - excellent food served to our group of 8 on the four day Meanjin Meander walk. You can view the very moving artworks between bites.
  4. JG

    JeremyG

    Brisbane

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 16 March 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    A great place to eat. A simple menu. Great staff. Wonderful art.
  5. L

    Luvfood

    Brisbane

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 23 February 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    A wonderful escape in the middle of the city, wonderful food and surrounded by stunning art.
  6. K

    Kristi

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 20 December 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We thoroughly enjoyed our office Christmas lunch at Birrunga. With the quality of food and service it deserved to be a lot busier. The art hanging on the wall was high quality and added interest to our event. We will certainly be back.
  7. HC

    HelenaC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 December 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Birrunga is a hidden gem, and a unique experience, you will not forget. The food is always is fabulous, and the team are so friendly and polite. Being able to eat your meal surrounded by Indigenous art is great experience. Everyone should try it at least once.
  8. VN

    VictoriaN

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 10 December 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Unique menu based on Australian flavours and ingredients enjoyed in ever-changing surroundings (thanks to the Birrunga Art Gallery). Would also recommend as a function space!
  9. AH

    AndreaH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 10 December 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and wonderful service. I had a call confirming my booking the day before and I was called on the day to explain that there was a problem with the kitchen for big orders - this did not bother us at all as we were going for lunch and were planning to order individual meals.
  10. CS

    CameronS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 7 December 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food you can’t get anywhere else in a unique setting
  11. j

    jodiel

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 7 December 2021

    overall3food4service4ambience3
    The service was good and staff were friendly. We ordered light meals very tasty
  12. KH

    KateH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 27 October 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fabulous location and food - would highly recommend!
  13. GR

    GRRR

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 24 September 2021

    overall3food3service3ambience4
    A hidden gem in the CBD! It's an amazing feeling to sit amongst incredible artwork while you enjoy your lunch. The kangaroo burger had some interesting flavours, without straying too far from what you might think a burger should taste like, but be warned, it's big! The patty is very thick and juicy and the chips were delicious.
  14. TG

    TonyG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 22 September 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    This gallery cafe is such a surprise with innovative, tasty and great value food, excellent service and inspirational art to browse. They have an interesting story to tell and they deserve to do very well. We look forward to taking our next small group there.
  15. CB

    CatherineB

    Brisbane

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 17 September 2021

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    We went for lunch with a large group. The service is great, food yummy and different. Would definitely recommend this venue for lunch.
  16. JS

    JackieS

    Brisbane

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 September 2021

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    We used to dine there regularly up until about 8 months ago when food quality went off (uncooked or poor quality ) had stayed away, but decided to give restaurant another try was very happy with food (not back to original quality ie salads used to be wonderful and very interesting ) but we all enjoyed our lunch and will certainly be back service was great
  17. BF

    BrisbaneFoodie

    Melbourne

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 23 August 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Birrunga is a beautiful space with amazing service!
  18. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Brisbane

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 17 August 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My first time, and have been looking forward to it so much. It didn't let me down, loved the whole thing. Everyone has to experience this place.
  19. E

    Elfy

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 21 January 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fabulous food, wonderful and friendly service, amazing art ❤️
  20. N

    Nimandra

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 23 December 2020

    overall4food5service3ambience4
    Delicious food and friendly service. The gallery setting is unique and there were some beautiful pieces on display. It's a bit dark, as expected. Overall, a lovely experience. Highly recommend the Emu burger.
  21. RV

    RachelV

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 19 November 2020

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    wonderful food surrounded by beautiful Indigenous artworks
  22. KD

    KimD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 October 2020

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Outstanding space to eat, relax, and enjoy. A feast for your belly and senses. Will be back. Highly, highly recommend
  23. TN

    TeeN

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 10 October 2020

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great place to dine very relaxing atmosphere and the food was great. Best kangaroo Sangas ever.
  24. JS

    JackieS

    Brisbane

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 26 August 2020

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    we love catching up with our work colleagues for lunch at the Cafe now we are back in the office once a week due to Covid
  25. SM

    ShaMW

    Brisbane

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 23 July 2020

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Beautiful space with high quality food at very good prices. Going to be a favourite. The art work is outstanding!
  26. MN

    MegN

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 10 July 2020

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    I love visiting Birrunga - the food is tasty and filling, and the staff are friendly.
  27. FB

    FionaB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 10 July 2020

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Something a bit different. Food was good. Service friendly and efficient.
  28. M

    Morganite

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 8 July 2020

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    So happy to have finally made it to Birrunga Cafe and Gallery - outstanding service, ambience and food! Amazing artworks. I highly recommend going, and will come back again soon. Thank you Birrunga Cafe and Gallery
  29. MP

    MarkP

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 4 December 2019

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    An excellent date lunch with my wife, will definitely be back. Keen to get back for some Friday after work action too x
  30. VL

    VeronicaL

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 12 September 2019

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic food and terrific environment for a quite meal or a team meeting. I took my team there for a meeting and it was just terrific. The staff organised a space for us that was separate from the rest of the restaurant and that worked brilliantly. All round a sensational experience!
  31. CP

    CarlaP

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 23 August 2019

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great little spot. Tables are well spaced for conversation and not feeling claustrophobic. Food is good and atmosphere is friendly
  32. CS

    CassandraS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 22 July 2019

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great space! Had a beautiful meal on our visit! Will definitely be back

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitising

    • Surfaces sanitised between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitised menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitiser or wipes provided for customers
    • Contactless payment available

  • Physical distancing

    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables

  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Birrunga Cafe offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at 0456 204 687.

Birrunga Cafe is rated 4.7 stars by 32 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
11:00 pm
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Birrunga Cafe

300 Adelaide St, Basement Level, Brisbane City, AU-QLD 4000

Additional information

  • Area

    Brisbane CBD

  • Hours of Operation

    Tue, Wed 7:00 am–2:00 pm Thu, Fri 7:00 am–8:00 pm Sat 9:00 am–8:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Café, Breakfast, Australian

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress Code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking Details

    None

  • Public Transit

    Situated near many inbound and outbound bus stops and 5 mins walk from the train station.

  • Payment Options

    MasterCard, Visa

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Delivery, Entertainment, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Kosher, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Website

    https://www.birrunga.com.au/cafe

  • Phone number

    0456 204 687

  • Catering

    We provide a vast range of affordable catering options, with a unique First Nations inspired menu that you wont find anywhere else. Delivery available in the Brisbane CBD.

  • Private party facilities

    Our large, spacious gallery provides the perfect backdrop to host your event, no matter the size, style or budget we can work with you to make your event one to be remembered.

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