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4.6
- 4.6Food
- 4.4Service
- 4.7Ambience
- 4.3Value
Noise • Energetic
CRU Bar & Cellar
4.6
616 Reviews
$41 to $100
Wine Bar
Shop 1 22 James St, Fortitude Valley, AU-QLD Fortitude Valley
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2 people
5 Apr 2025
April 2025
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19:00
About this restaurant
- Great for fine wines
- Good for special occasions
- Lively
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Additional information
- Dining styleCasual Elegant
- Price$41 to $100
- CuisinesWine Bar, Modern European, Dining Bar
- Hours of OperationBar Daily 11:00–00:00 Lunch Daily 11:00–17:00 Dinner Daily 17:00–22:30
- Phone number
- Website
- Payment OptionsAMEX, Mastercard, Visa
- Dress codeCasual Dress
- CateringFresh breezes and natural light wash over the relaxed-luxe dining space, where double-height ceilings and expansive windows open to the streetscape for an inviting inside-out connection We’re committed to delivering excellent service, whether you’re dropping by for Champagne and oysters or settling in for a sumptuous wine-matched meal With a focus on delicious seasonal flavours, our menus draw inspiration from around the globe while celebrating Queensland with CRU classics
- Private party facilitiesCRU offers a selection of private and semi-private function spaces to suit your celebration. We look forward to working with you to deliver a memorable occasion The Wine Room Tucked away behind the cellar, our Wine Room offers a private oasis from the bustle of James Street. Celebrate a dinner party-style occasion, surrounded by your favourite people and glorious walls of wine. Set menu applies The Garden Lounge Secluded banquette seating is available in a leafy corner of the restaurant or, celebrate a cocktail style party with up to 35 of your closest family and friends The Cocktail Lounge With a prime corner position overlooking James Street, this sought-after space can host small groups of 10 or larger groups up to 20 Cellar Our cellar can be booked exclusively, with your own bar and waitstaff, for 30 - 60 people, for a cocktail style of event
- AreaFortitude Valley
- Cross StreetMcLachlan Street
- Parking detailsStreet parking is available as well as the center car park for the James Street markets
- AdditionalBar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 616 people are saying
CRU Bar & Cellar reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.
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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 offers an inviting atmosphere with "excellent food" and an "extensive wine list." Patrons praise the attentive service and delicious tasting menu. However, some noted inconsistent service and high prices. Despite these concerns, the venue remains a "fabulous" choice for a special dining experience, thanks to its "amazing" ambiance and menu.
616 Reviews
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Deborah
Brisbane12 reviews
2.0Dined 7 days ago
- Overall 2
- Food 1
- Service 2
- Ambience 2
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Carmel
Brisbane3 reviews
5.0Dined on 26 March 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Michael VIP
Brisbane4 reviews
5.0Dined on 23 March 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Sue
Brisbane12 reviews
5.0Dined on 23 March 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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OpenTable Diner
London14 reviews
5.0Dined on 21 March 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Mike
London3 reviews
5.0Dined on 19 March 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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OpenTable Diner
Brisbane1 review
5.0Dined on 18 March 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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OpenTable Diner
New South Wales1 review
5.0Dined on 14 March 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Gemma
Brisbane2 reviews
5.0Dined on 14 March 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 4
- Ambience 5
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Alok VIP
Brisbane11 reviews
4.0Dined on 4 March 2025
- Overall 4
- Food 5
- Service 3
- Ambience 5
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FAQs
CRU Bar & Cellar is rated 4.6 stars by 616 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
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Shop 1 22 James St, Fortitude Valley, AU-QLD Fortitude Valley
Additional information
- Cross StreetMcLachlan Street
- AreaFortitude Valley
- Hours of OperationBar Daily 11:00–00:00 Lunch Daily 11:00–17:00 Dinner Daily 17:00–22:30
- Price$41 to $100
- CuisinesWine Bar, Modern European, Dining Bar
- Dining styleCasual Elegant
- Dress codeCasual Dress
- Parking detailsStreet parking is available as well as the center car park for the James Street markets
- Payment OptionsAMEX, Mastercard, Visa
- AdditionalBar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
- Website
- Phone number
- CateringFresh breezes and natural light wash over the relaxed-luxe dining space, where double-height ceilings and expansive windows open to the streetscape for an inviting inside-out connection We’re committed to delivering excellent service, whether you’re dropping by for Champagne and oysters or settling in for a sumptuous wine-matched meal With a focus on delicious seasonal flavours, our menus draw inspiration from around the globe while celebrating Queensland with CRU classics
- Private party facilitiesCRU offers a selection of private and semi-private function spaces to suit your celebration. We look forward to working with you to deliver a memorable occasion The Wine Room Tucked away behind the cellar, our Wine Room offers a private oasis from the bustle of James Street. Celebrate a dinner party-style occasion, surrounded by your favourite people and glorious walls of wine. Set menu applies The Garden Lounge Secluded banquette seating is available in a leafy corner of the restaurant or, celebrate a cocktail style party with up to 35 of your closest family and friends The Cocktail Lounge With a prime corner position overlooking James Street, this sought-after space can host small groups of 10 or larger groups up to 20 Cellar Our cellar can be booked exclusively, with your own bar and waitstaff, for 30 - 60 people, for a cocktail style of event