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CRU Bar & Cellar, Fortitude Valley, AU-QLD

CRU Bar & Cellar

4.6
4.6
609 Reviews
$41 to $100
Wine Bar

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 25 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for fine wines
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
Home to a celebrated wine bar, retail cellar, and private dining room, CRU pairs laid-back luxury with the stylish spirit of Brisbane’s James Street precinct.

Our signature green onyx bar surrounds the shimmering heart of CRU, a glorious antique Baccarat chandelier
Soak up the street scene or take a seat at the bar and lose yourself in our award-winning wine list.

CRU is the perfect spot for a glass of something special, a leisurely lunch with friends, or a decadent dinner for two.

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Wine Bar, Modern Australian
  • Hours of operation
    Bar Daily 11:00 am–12:00 am Lunch Daily 11:00 am–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street parking is available as well as the center car park for the James Street markets
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa

What 609 people are saying

CRU Bar & Cellar reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Brisbane

    Hot spot

  • Brisbane

    Great for fine wines

  • Brisbane

    Most Booked

  • Inner Suburbs

    Good for business meals

  • Inner Suburbs

    Hot spot

  • Inner Suburbs

    Great for fine wines

  • Inner Suburbs

    Lively

  • Inner Suburbs

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
CRU Bar & Cellar in Brisbane offers an "exceptional dining experience" with beautifully presented, flavorful dishes and "outstanding service." Guests praise the "lovely ambience," "great food and wine," and "friendly, knowledgeable staff." While some service inconsistencies exist, the overall atmosphere and offerings make it a must-visit spot.

609 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    New South Wales1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great to see Cru Bar back again .. Extremely well represented by staff Kate and Jason who showed a real passion and pride for this iconic Brisbane establishment .

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  2. Gemma

    Brisbane2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely entree meal and drinks. Beautiful setting, great atmosphere, delicious cheese selection. Staff could have been more attentive with drinks but otherwise a lovely experience. Would highly recommend.

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  3. Alok VIP

    Brisbane11 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 4, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    CRU bar is a great location, service was a little lacking but everyone was friendly. Food was great.

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  4. Heather

    Atlanta1 review

    2.0

    Dined on March 4, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Beautiful venue, but poor service. Only the manager acknowledged us when he noticed no one had served us after being seated for over 15 minutes. We only stayed for 1 drink as we were not approached after finishing our first glass of wine.

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  5. Wayne

    Hawaii4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A Fantastic Dining Experience at CRU Bar – Highly Recommended! On the last Friday night of February 2025, my wife and I had the absolute pleasure of dining at CRU Bar in Brisbane—and what an experience it was! Choosing the tasting menu on a whim, we were blown away by the exceptional quality of both the food and service. The dishes were beautifully presented, perfectly balanced, and bursting with flavor—each course a delightful surprise. But what truly elevated the evening was the outstanding service. Our French waiter, newly arrived in Australia, was an absolute gem—knowledgeable, attentive, and incredibly pleasant. His experience and passion for hospitality were evident, making our night even more enjoyable. For anyone looking for a top-tier dining experience in Brisbane, CRU Bar is a must-visit! Whether you’re a local or just passing through, this spot delivers on all fronts. We’ll definitely be back!

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  6. Scott

    Brisbane1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great spot for a drink or a bite 🍸🕺💃👌🏻

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  7. Jason

    Brisbane1 review

    2.0

    Dined on February 21, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    One can only feel sorry for the kitchen who provide outstanding food that is served by the cast of MAF’s. Initial order was forgotten in what was an odd conversation. We were not surprised that the order was not entered. When we reordered one item was missed and another was duplicated. The server who delivered the food was completely rude. Food was top class yet front of house delivered a very poor experience.

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  8. Dajana

    Brisbane3 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on February 2, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    We were really disappointed with the service. It took a considerable amount of time for the staff to take our drink orders. We then had to wave down staff to order food after the drinks came out. No one came over to our table to check in on us for drinks, until the very end when we were about to leave. It's a shame because we would have definitely spent more on drinks probably ordered dessert if the wait staff were more attentive. As for the food, everything was to satisfaction except for the steak which was fairly average for the price they charge. In saying that, the cocktails are always excellent here and very consistent.

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  9. Dora

    Brisbane3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 1, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I had an amazing night, the service and staff were kind and nice

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  10. Judit

    Brisbane1 review

    5.0

    Dined on January 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waiter Morgan he was very polite, friendly and excellent service. Foot was spectacular like always great compliments to the chef &kitchen staff. The tasting menu was delicious and looking forward coming back. Chef and all staff are doing an awesome job that is why people coming back again and again. Judy and Garry Lord

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FAQs

CRU Bar & Cellar is rated 4.6 stars by 609 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 25 times today
Google Map for CRU Bar & Cellar

Shop 1 22 James St, Fortitude Valley, AU-QLD Fortitude Valley

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Wine Bar, Modern Australian
  • Hours of operation
    Bar Daily 11:00 am–12:00 am Lunch Daily 11:00 am–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street parking is available as well as the center car park for the James Street markets
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
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