Lyrebird

4.5

2096 Reviews

$41 to $100

Modern Australian

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2 people

Dec 12, 2024

9:00 PM

Booked 16 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Charming
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With a contemporary, modern Australian menu highlighting the finest locally sourced ingredients and complemented by impeccable service, the Lyrebird is the perfect place to start your evening at QPAC. Delve into a special menu highlight showcasing the rich flavours of Italy with a selection of signature pasta dishes, curated by our Michelin-trained head chef, Salvatore Rizzato, from Rome, Italy. This unique collaboration skillfully blends tastes from his homeland with a Queensland inspired twist, expertly prepared by our passionate chefs at Lyrebird under his guidance.

For matinee goers, you can enjoy a delicious touch of elegance with a handcrafted Lyrebird High Tea, before your show. $25 per person or $30 per person including a glass of bubbles. Available only for select matinee shows.

The quintessential QPAC experience begins at the Lyrebird.

Additional information

Dining style
Elegant Dining
Price
$41 to $100
Cuisines
Modern Australian, Afternoon Tea
Hours of operation
Dinner Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–7:30 pm
Phone number
(07) 3840 7598
Website
http://www.qpac.com.au/eat-drink/the-lyrebird/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual

Location
Cascade Court Corner Melbourne Street & Grey St, Brisbane, AU-QLD 4101
Neighborhood
South Brisbane
Parking details
None
Additional
Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access

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Experiences

Lyrebird Restaurant High Tea + Bubbles
A$35.00 per person
Prepaid
Multiple dates available
Espresso coffee or loose leaf tea served with house-baked scones with jam & cream finger sandwiches and savoury pastries mixed petit fours and selection of cakes
High Tea- payment due at the restaurant
A$29.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Espresso coffee or loose leaf tea served with house-baked scones with jam & cream finger sandwiches and savoury pastries mixed petit fours and selection of cakes
High Tea + Bubbles- payment due at the restaurant
A$35.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Espresso coffee or loose leaf tea served with house-baked scones with jam & cream finger sandwiches and savoury pastries mixed petit fours and selection of cakes

Sparkling Pinot Noir: Bird in Hand 2022 (Adelaide Hills, SA)A$14.00
Sparkling Rose: Beaurepaire Annabelle Cremant de Rose 2020 (Rylstone, NSW)A$15.00
Chardonnay: Ridgemill Ellie Brut 2021 (Granite Belt, QLD)A$16.50
Prosecco: Contarini Brut (Veneto, IT)A$14.00
Chardonnay Pinot Noir: Jansz NV Premium Cuvee (Pipers Brook, TAS)A$16.00
Champagne: Moet et Chandon Brut (Epernay, FR)A$22.00

White

Sauvignon Blanc: Yealands Single Vineyard 2021 (Marlborough, NZ)A$13.50
Sauvignon Blanc: Golden Grove Brose 2021 (Granite Belt, QLD)A$15.00
Sauvignon Blanc Semillon: Cullen Mangan Vineyard 2021 (Margaret River, WA)A$16.00
Semillon Sauvignon Blanc: Ballandean Estate 2021 (Granite Belt, QLD)A$13.00
Chardonnay: De Beaurepaire "La Comtesse" 2021 (Rylstone, NSW)A$13.00
Riesling: Pewsey Vale 2022 (Eden Valley, SA)A$14.00
Pinot Grigio: SC Pannell 2020 (Adelaide Hills, SA)A$13.50
Pinot Grigio: Ridgemill Estate 2022 (Granite Belt, QLD)A$14.00
Verdelho: Morgan and Gill 2018 (Taringa, QLD)A$12.50

Rosé

Rosé: Debussy Rêverie 2020 (Pays d'Oc, FR)A$12.50
Rosé Shiraz: Golden Grove Brose 2022 (Granite Belt, QLD)A$14.50
Rosé Grenache: Rogers & Rufus 2020 (Barossa, SA)A$13.00

Red

Cabernet Merlot: Hay Shed Hill Vineyard Series 2019 (Margaret River, WA)A$14.50
Cabernet Sauvignon: Pyramids Road 2021 (Granite Belt, QLD)A$14.50
Cabernet Sauvignon: Xanadu Exmoor 2019 (Margaret River, WA)A$10.50
Shiraz: Alkoomi 2020 (Franklin River, WA)A$11.50
Shiraz: Leeuwin Estate Art Series 2019 (Margaret River, WA)A$18.50
Shiraz Viognier: Ballandean Estate 2018 (Granite Belt, QLD)A$16.00
Grenache Shiraz Mourvedre: Ridgemill Estate Joshua's Pup 2019 (Granite Belt, QLD)A$17.00
Merlot: Phillip Shaw 'The Conductor' 2019 (Orange, NSW)A$13.50
Pinot Noir: Maressa 2021 (Mornington Peninsula, VIC)A$16.00
Tempranillo: Symphony Hill 2019 (Granite Belt, QLD)A$14.00

Dessert

Riesling: Heggies Botrytis 2019 (Eden valley, Barossa SA) (375ml Btl)A$14.00
Semillon: Vasse Felix Cane Cut 2017 (Margaret River, WA) (375ml Btl)A$13.00
Semillon: Barambah Rack 2016 (South Burnett, QLD) (375ml Btl)A$14.00

Beers and Ciders

Burleigh Brewing Big HeadA$10.00
Felons Australian PaleAleA$11.00
Aether Mid StrengthA$10.00
Heaps Normal Zero Alcohol LagerA$8.50
Sunshine Coast Apple CiderA$10.00

Soft

Voss Sparkling Water
- 800mlA$9.00
Voss Still Mineral Water
- 800mlA$9.00
Assorted Soft DrinksA$4.50
Lemon Lime and BittersA$5.00

Cocktail

Aperal SpritzA$15.00
Aperol, Prosecco Contarini

Spirits

Belvedere VodkaA$11.00
Bombay Sapphire GinA$11.00
Brisbane Distillery QLD Dry GinA$10.00
Bundaberg RumA$11.00
Mt Uncle White RumA$10.00
Frangelico LiquorA$10.00
Grand Marnier LiqueurA$10.00
Galliano White SambucaA$10.00
Galliano Liqueur VanillaA$10.00
Galliano Black SambucaA$10.00
Tia MariaA$10.00
KahluaA$10.00
MidoriA$10.00
Malibu Coconut White RumA$10.00
PernodA$10.00
Peach Schnapps de KuyperA$10.00
CointreauA$10.00
Glenmorangie Scotch WhiskeyA$11.00
Southern ComfortA$10.00
Jack Daniels Black LabelA$10.00
Jameson WhiskeyA$12.00
Johnnie Walker BlackA$12.00
Gentleman JackA$12.00
Glenlivet Malt 18 Year Old Single MaltA$16.00
Dimple ScotchA$10.00
Makers Mark BourbonA$11.00
Drambuie Scotch WhiskyA$10.00
Pimm's No 1A$9.00
Martini Russo VermouthA$9.00
CampariA$9.00
DubonnetA$9.00
Tio Pepe SherryA$10.00
Galway Pipe PortA$10.00
Chatelle Napolean BrandyA$9.00
Sempe ArmagnacA$10.00
Hennessy VSOPA$12.00
Hennessy XOA$25.00

What 2,096 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.6Service
4.5Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Brisbane
Modern Australian
Inner Suburbs
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Lyrebird offers a delightful dining experience, perfect for pre-show meals with "excellent food and fast service." Known for its "serene ambience" and "friendly, professional staff," it consistently impresses with "truly amazing meals" and "fabulous service." Enjoy high tea or a delicious meal before a show at this "wonderful" and "convenient" venue.

2,096 Reviews

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Mario
Gold Coast
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The food has poisoned me. It’s obviously filled with chemicals or MSG. Dryness of mouth of both my partner and myself swelling of around the eyes and mouth and like needles all over my body. The kitchen needs to be investigated for the use of MSG or some other chemical. That’s probably used to preserve or enhance the flavour of the food. It’s easy for us. We just won’t ever go there again. But BE way you are poisoning people and soon later you’ll have the health department doing an investigation.
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Michael
Brisbane
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The Malfaldine pasta was a little under cooked, but passable. The Tiramisu had way too much cream and not enough Savoiardi and coffee was not detectable. The true Italian tiramisu also has Frangelico in it. The churros were burnt on the lower side which hidden as well. However 3 weeks ago, the meals were perfect!
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Ronald
Brisbane
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was exceptional, however the vintage Dom had foil falling apart and wasn't stored correctly. We had a few bits that couldn't be avoided from getting into our glass. But hey, nothing is perfect
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Warwick
Brisbane
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and great service, cannot say any more!
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Ben
San Diego
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
High Tea with a glass of bubbles is the perfect pre theatre dining option. The staff and service cannot be faulted. You never have to wait for long for someone to come and check to see if you need anything.
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Lois
Brisbane
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great value for money. Excellent service. Will go again!
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Brenda
Brisbane
15 reviews
vip
4.0
15 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Unusually the service was slow on this occasion, with other patrons having to ask the waitress when their meals were arriving. A couple of the wait staff were not as friendly as those I ordinarily experience & it maybe that they were under the pump. This will not stop me returning as I know how good the service usually is.
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Judith
Brisbane
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
One very loud female was distracting. Otherwise the whole experience was delightful
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Kathy
Sunshine Coast
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on November 30, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The Lyrebird High Tea is great value, and a much appreciated treat before seeing a QPAC performance
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Rosemary
Brisbane
10 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on November 30, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Disappointed not to have lunch but we both enjoyed the high tea. Scones excellent as were the other delights.
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FAQs

Lyrebird is rated 4.5 stars by 2096 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 12, 2024

9:00 PM

Booked 16 times today

Experiences are available.

Cascade Court Corner Melbourne Street & Grey St, Brisbane, AU-QLD 4101

Additional information

Neighborhood
South Brisbane
Hours of operation
Dinner Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–7:30 pm
Price
$41 to $100
Cuisines
Modern Australian, Afternoon Tea
Dining style
Elegant Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
None
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access

Website
http://www.qpac.com.au/eat-drink/the-lyrebird/
Phone number
(07) 3840 7598

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Lyrebird

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Lyrebird Restaurant High Tea + Bubbles

High Tea- payment due at the restaurant

High Tea + Bubbles- payment due at the restaurant

Sparkling

Sparkling Pinot Noir: Bird in Hand 2022 (Adelaide Hills, SA)A$14.00

Sparkling Rose: Beaurepaire Annabelle Cremant de Rose 2020 (Rylstone, NSW)A$15.00

Chardonnay: Ridgemill Ellie Brut 2021 (Granite Belt, QLD)A$16.50

Prosecco: Contarini Brut (Veneto, IT)A$14.00

Chardonnay Pinot Noir: Jansz NV Premium Cuvee (Pipers Brook, TAS)A$16.00

Champagne: Moet et Chandon Brut (Epernay, FR)A$22.00

White

Sauvignon Blanc: Yealands Single Vineyard 2021 (Marlborough, NZ)A$13.50

Sauvignon Blanc: Golden Grove Brose 2021 (Granite Belt, QLD)A$15.00

Sauvignon Blanc Semillon: Cullen Mangan Vineyard 2021 (Margaret River, WA)A$16.00

Semillon Sauvignon Blanc: Ballandean Estate 2021 (Granite Belt, QLD)A$13.00

Chardonnay: De Beaurepaire "La Comtesse" 2021 (Rylstone, NSW)A$13.00

Riesling: Pewsey Vale 2022 (Eden Valley, SA)A$14.00

Pinot Grigio: SC Pannell 2020 (Adelaide Hills, SA)A$13.50

Pinot Grigio: Ridgemill Estate 2022 (Granite Belt, QLD)A$14.00

Verdelho: Morgan and Gill 2018 (Taringa, QLD)A$12.50

Rosé

Rosé: Debussy Rêverie 2020 (Pays d'Oc, FR)A$12.50

Rosé Shiraz: Golden Grove Brose 2022 (Granite Belt, QLD)A$14.50

Rosé Grenache: Rogers & Rufus 2020 (Barossa, SA)A$13.00

Red

Cabernet Merlot: Hay Shed Hill Vineyard Series 2019 (Margaret River, WA)A$14.50

Cabernet Sauvignon: Pyramids Road 2021 (Granite Belt, QLD)A$14.50

Cabernet Sauvignon: Xanadu Exmoor 2019 (Margaret River, WA)A$10.50

Shiraz: Alkoomi 2020 (Franklin River, WA)A$11.50

Shiraz: Leeuwin Estate Art Series 2019 (Margaret River, WA)A$18.50

Shiraz Viognier: Ballandean Estate 2018 (Granite Belt, QLD)A$16.00

Grenache Shiraz Mourvedre: Ridgemill Estate Joshua's Pup 2019 (Granite Belt, QLD)A$17.00

Merlot: Phillip Shaw 'The Conductor' 2019 (Orange, NSW)A$13.50

Pinot Noir: Maressa 2021 (Mornington Peninsula, VIC)A$16.00

Tempranillo: Symphony Hill 2019 (Granite Belt, QLD)A$14.00

Dessert

Riesling: Heggies Botrytis 2019 (Eden valley, Barossa SA) (375ml Btl)A$14.00

Semillon: Vasse Felix Cane Cut 2017 (Margaret River, WA) (375ml Btl)A$13.00

Semillon: Barambah Rack 2016 (South Burnett, QLD) (375ml Btl)A$14.00

Beers and Ciders

Burleigh Brewing Big HeadA$10.00

Felons Australian PaleAleA$11.00

Aether Mid StrengthA$10.00

Heaps Normal Zero Alcohol LagerA$8.50

Sunshine Coast Apple CiderA$10.00

Soft

Voss Sparkling Water

Voss Still Mineral Water

Assorted Soft DrinksA$4.50

Lemon Lime and BittersA$5.00

Cocktail

Aperal SpritzA$15.00

Spirits

Belvedere VodkaA$11.00

Bombay Sapphire GinA$11.00

Brisbane Distillery QLD Dry GinA$10.00

Bundaberg RumA$11.00

Mt Uncle White RumA$10.00

Frangelico LiquorA$10.00

Grand Marnier LiqueurA$10.00

Galliano White SambucaA$10.00

Galliano Liqueur VanillaA$10.00

Galliano Black SambucaA$10.00

Tia MariaA$10.00

KahluaA$10.00

MidoriA$10.00

Malibu Coconut White RumA$10.00

PernodA$10.00

Peach Schnapps de KuyperA$10.00

CointreauA$10.00

Glenmorangie Scotch WhiskeyA$11.00

Southern ComfortA$10.00

Jack Daniels Black LabelA$10.00

Jameson WhiskeyA$12.00

Johnnie Walker BlackA$12.00

Gentleman JackA$12.00