Brisbane Brewing Co
West End
Updated: Feb 10, 2026
Brisbane's best kept secret craft brewery and bar is Brisbane Brewing Co. tucked away down a West End laneway.
Beyond the intricate iron gate on Boundary Street, owners Grant and Michelle Clark (who own the Gabba's Brewhouse) have created beer nirvana; with ten freshly brewed beers on tap - 8 house beers and a couple of guest brews - and 70-something bottled craft beers from around the world.
Patrons can sip an icy cold Brisbane Pale Ale or German doppelbock beside the bar overlooking the beer tanks or venture outside with plenty of seating options provided in the courtyard and laneway including funky outdoor furniture.
Besides beer, there's a small international wine list, spirits and cocktails designed by 2014 Brisbane Cocktail Maker of the Year Tessa Clarkson - Cucumber Cooler, Effen Watermelon and Basil and Sailor's Ration with English Harbour rum, Kracken black spiced rum, orange, lime and ginger beer.
Foodwise, there are snacks to share such as Brewer's chicken wings. lemon myrtle calamari, pulled beef tacos and vegetarian or beef nachos. There's also an epic Favourites Board - panko crumbed calamari, Korean fried chicken with sweet chilli sauce, cauliflower bites, grilled ciabatta bread, hummus, chipotle mayo as well as a cheese board.
A selection of burgers includes classic cheeseburger, vegan schnitzel burger, Birria burger and chicken club or brisket sando while for Mains there's a choice of Bistro Steak 250g (450-day grain-fed MB8+ Stone Axe Wagyu steak); Brisbane Brewing Co Parmy; Pie of the Day; and Vegan Parmy or Schnitzel.
Good to know - There's also a couple of kids meals (beef burger or popcorn chicken) for those under 13 years.
By Deb Lidster
The menu may have changed since our visit.
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