The Criterion Tavern is the perfect place to unwind and enjoy some drinks with friends. In the heart of Brisbane CBD, the Criterion Tavern is ideal to enjoy a bite on your lunchtime or catering for families of all shapes and sizes.
In addition, the Criterion Tavern is able to provide fitted service for a variety of occasions from corporate functions through to birthday parties. It covers all events across the board and is the essential destination to have a bet or watch the sport, taking advantage of the quality atmosphere Criterion Tavern has to offer.
Criterion Tavern reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.
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4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
4.6Food
4.5Service
4.2Ambience
4.5Value
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Review summary
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Criterion Tavern offers a "cosy, relaxed environment" with standout steak specials and "excellent plant-based options." Patrons appreciate the "efficient and friendly service" and "great bar prices," making it a popular spot for locals. With "wonderful staff and great food," it's a top choice for gatherings and "value drinks in Brisbane."
83 Reviews
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Heimana
Brisbane4 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Very casual and great atmosphere. The meals were pretty decent.
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Paul
Brisbane1 review
4.0
Dined on April 15, 2025
Overall 4
Food 4
Service 5
Ambience 3
Meals of ok quality are served consistently with great service.
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Dorothy
Melbourne3 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 13, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
Great dinner special on a Sunday evening, we had the steak which had good sauce and topper options. Cosy, relaxed environment clearly a hot spot for locals too.
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Victor
Brisbane3 reviews
4.0
Dined on March 21, 2025
Overall 4
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 4
Best value steak worth eating in the Brisbane CBD!!
Best value drinks in Brisbane.
Great staff and service all the time.
Check it out!!
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Arthur
Brisbane2 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 18, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
We look forward to our Tuesday lunch, great people and great food :)
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Lisa
Brisbane5 reviews
4.0
Dined on March 15, 2025
Overall 4
Food 5
Service 4
Ambience 4
Excellent meals, especially the plant based options. A lot of choice for the vegans and it was actually delicious. The space we had for our large group was nice and we had it for quite a while. Staff were pretty good.
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Kate
Brisbane1 review
5.0
Dined on February 26, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 3
Fantastic food - great steak specials - (1/5 steaks was a little on the small side).
Fast friendly service
Great staff
We will be back
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Victor
Brisbane3 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 7, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 4
The Criterion has wonderful staff and great food! The drinks are at the right price even out of happy hour. A good place to be after work!
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Arthur
Brisbane2 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 4, 2025
Overall 5
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 5
The $17 steak is my favourite washed down with a Heineken Zero :)
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Victor
Brisbane3 reviews
4.0
Dined on December 27, 2024
Overall 4
Food 5
Service 5
Ambience 3
The Criterion has great bar prices and a happy hour. The food is excellent and very well priced. The staff and service are excellent and there is a sports and pokies section there too. Overall, a great place to start the evening and maybe carry on too!!
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FAQs
Criterion Tavern is rated 4.4 stars by 83 OpenTable diners.
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