Best Nightlife in Ipswich

"The highly popular Eleven Rooftop Bar has made way for the pop-up restaurant and rooftop bar Maya Mexican. Bright and stylish, the terrace comes with a lush setting where you can enjoy sublime views over Fortitude Valley and the CBD. Inspired by the Maya region of Mexico, the rooftop menu is packed with tasty small plates and larger dishes created by chef Leisa Smith, as well as a wide range of tequila, mezcal and Margaritas."

"Ride the elevator to the 11th floor and step out into a marble foyer, now you are at Eleven – a sophisticated bar and restaurant in the sky with uninterrupted views of Fortitude Valley and Brisbane City. This is a place to dress up for, so take note – collared shirts and leather shoes are a must."

"Sit up at the sushi bar at this attractive, contemporary Japanese riverside restaurant and watch the talented chefs' precision knife-work. There is plenty of choice, from two or four-piece sushi sets to bar snacks, or more robust, Robata-grilled meats. There's also a comprehensive cocktail and sake list."

"If you’re in the market for contemporary Japanese, Sake will hit the spot. With the freshest sashimi and local seafood on the menu, mixed with delectable cocktails to complement, you’re in for a treat. https://www.instagram.com/p/BS4zqQdDoX8/?"

"Sake Restaurant and Bar is conveniently located in Brisbanes CBD and heralds a new era in Japanese cuisine. Shinichi Maeda x chef of the award winning Wasabi Japanese restaurant in Noosa is at the hel..."

"When Gerard’s Bistro blew into town it created a dust storm. It represented change by embracing the ideology of the new wave of Australian dining that pulled the double white tablecloths off tables but maintained that focus on great food and wine. The combination of Gerard’s smart, casual swagger and a Middle Eastern sentiment that weaves throughout the menu makes for quite the dining experience."

"With gorgeous waterfront views on the outside and moody ambience on the inside, Alchemy is an ideal dining destination for your next special occasion. Catering for groups or intimate one on one experiences, Alchemy offers an exquisite Italian-inspired menu, tailored to absolute perfection by the internationally acclaimed chef Brad Jolly. Hot tip: Check out their website for discounted parking rates."

"Also located in Brisbane’s Eagle Street, the Alchemy Restaurant offers beautiful views to accompany your meal. The restaurant offers a variety of dining options, including a La Carte menu, a Degustation menu, a vegetarian menu, and more. Enjoy the sweeping views of the Brisbane River, Story Bridge, and surrounding cityscape."

"Infinity rooftop pool at the Emporium Hotel South Bank, Brisbane. Large guest rooms and one of the hottest rooftop bars in Brisbane are among the most appealing attributes of the 143-room Emporium Hotel South Bank—as is the stunning rooftop infinity pool. In the heart of the South Bank leisure and arts district and just a block from the Brisbane River, the Emporium’s location is one of the best in town."

"With larger than normal rooms and one of the hottest rooftop bars in Brisbane the 143-room Emporium Hotel South Bank is glamour – painted red and gold – all the way. Digital displays on walls, ceilings and lifts throughout the hotel add visual interest, and frangipani flower motifs set the tropical tone."

"Boasting a fitness centre and views of the river, Emporium Hotel South Bank is set in Brisbane, 400 metres from South Bank Parklands. This property is located a short distance from attractions such..."

"Billing itself as Australia's most hi-tech hotel, this redevelopment of a long-established Brisbane property features keyless technology, mobile check-in and a special ‘in transit’ zone with sleeping pods for guests."

"Located on top of The Point Brisbane Hotel at Kangaroo Point, this rooftop bar is somewhat a hidden gem. Only open during weekends, there is an exclusiveness to Eagles Nest, both in availability and in feel. From the 12th floor terrace you get lovely views over the Brisbane skyline and the river, especially around sunset, which is absolutely amazing from up here."

"The cocktail list at Nest, on Roma Street, is insanely good. I’ve tried a LOT of them and loved each and every single one, with my favourites being their Royal Tea and Espresso Martini."

"The team behind Julius Pizzeria and Beccofino opened its third venue, a tiny Italian-style spritz and wine bar, inside the brand new Town Square development in Fish Lane in November. Long-term Julius barman Stefan Angelovski joined as a co-owner; you’ll find him behind the bar serving a small, curated selection of aperitivi, spuntini and digestivi. There’s five different spritzes, five classic cocktails – such as a Negroni, Americano and Bellini – and five signature cocktails."

"The Ship Inn was built in 1864 during South Bank’s peak shipping period and it quickly became a go-to hangout for sailors. Today The Ship Inn is a well-known and much-loved restaurant, bar and function space."

"A hidden gem of Brisbane that many locals don’t seem to know, the QUT Art Museum is located on the edge of the City Botanical Garden and is an intimate university gallery showcasing rotating internally curated exhibitions, commissioned projects and touring exhibitions of modern and contemporary works by Australian artists. Always thought-provoking, entry is typically free and visiting only takes around an hour. If you make it here, you should combine it with a visit to their sister gallery nearby in the stately Old Government House dedicated to the works of Australia’s pre-eminent landscape artist, William Robinson."

"Next door to Old Government House, you'll find some of the city's most adventurous art at the QUT Art Museum. With a focus on Australian artists—mostly from the 1960s onwards—the collection of more than 3,000 pieces explores themes of identity, place, and community. Highlights include works by Grace Cossington Smith, Charles Blackman, Jimmy Pike, and Dadang Christanto."

"Enter the dazzling world of LightPlay where children can explore their artistic potential in an interactive space created especially for them!. Play with overhead projectors and illuminated light boxes and discover what happens when light is cast on different materials. Explore transparency, reflection and shadow as well as other properties of light."

"As a Covid safe compliance measure, visitors to Ipswich Art Gallery must currently pre-book their 90-minute sessions in advance. Ipswich Art Gallery is one..."

"With an average attendance of more than 100,000 visitors a year, the Ipswich Art Gallery is one of the most visited ..."

"Queensland's most important heritage building, this 1862 showpiece was designed by estimable government architect Charles Tiffin as a residence for Sir George Bowen, Queensland’s first governor. The lavish innards were restored in 2009 and the property now offers free podcast and one-hour guided tours; the latter must be booked in advance. The first floor houses the William Robinson Gallery, dedicated to the great Australian artist and home to an impressive collection of his paintings, prints, drawings, sculpture and ceramics."

"When Queensland separated from New South Wales in 1859, it needed a new building to house its independent government. Today, you can learn about colonial life in Queensland by taking a tour of this building, Old Government House, and its grounds, including the drawing room, storeroom, and servant's hall. The museum also has a variety of historical artifacts, as well as video and multimedia exhibits."

"Montrachet has long been known for its impeccable service and superb dining. Since its relocation to King Street in Bowen Hills, the famed French restaurant has breathed new life into its offering and continues to impress by serving a menu that showcases the evolution of French cuisine. While they continue to serve classic favourites such as steak frites and crab soufflé, Chef Shannon Kellam has included refined French dishes that show technique and exciting flavour combinations."

"The team at French fine dining restaurant Montrachet have been rolling with the punches, adapting their menu to semi-prepared meals that customers can pick-up or get delivered to select suburbs. All the elements of the meal are included, all you have to do is put everything together and plate up. Not only does that mean you can enjoy the meal whenever you like, you can also get away with boasting that you made the meal yourself!"

"From the pinnacle of French dining in Brisbane, Montrachet’s pretty as a picture, rhubarb compote and goats curd parfait is almost too lovely to eat…emphasis on almost. Served with an almond sable and pistachio cream, this guy is the perfect summer time dessert."

"Brisbane foodies say bon appetit to French fare at Ma Petite Cuisine food trailer. With a permanent spot at Boundary Street Markets in West End on Friday and Saturday, this bright yellow mobile restau..."

"It’s quiet, peaceful and leafy, with plenty of beautiful large trees lining this grassy strip by the river. As a popular picnic spot with West End locals, it has a lovely local feel and is never over-crowded. It’s the kind of park where you’ll be happy to spend hours chatting and playing games or reading a book."