The
Grand Central Hotel (
270 Ann Street, Brisbane Central Station) is something of a secret between inner city office workers. The unassuming, grand old building houses several different dining and bar options, but is most popular for its fresh menu and cheap steaks.
In 1901, a railway refreshment room was constructed near Brisbane Central train station. This establishment underwent many changes over the next century, emerging in 2005 as the Grand Central Hotel, a hotel, restaurant, gaming venue, bar and liquor store.
This establishment has three main areas. Fihelly's Bar, open from 8.00am until late, is a relaxed, friendly bar where patrons can enjoy a meal or watch sport and world events on the big screen TV. Platform Bar is a more sophisticated option with an extensive menu of boutique beers, cocktails and wines. Platform Bar is open for lunch and dinner from midday Monday to Saturday. And the Dining Car, a railway car themed eatery that recalls the establishments early days, provides an intimate atmosphere for meals or events.
Grand Central Gaming Parlour provides customers with TAB facilities, keno and a selection of features games.
The Grand Central Hotel also houses a liquor store, Grand Central Cellars, which offers a range of top shelf brands as well as the standards. Grand Central Cellars is open Monday to Sunday; see the
website for opening hours.
