Rothwell’s Bar & Grill
Gold Coast
At a glance
Rothwell’s Bar & Grill is a restaurant and bar at 235 Edward Street in Brisbane City, set within a heritage-listed building. The venue combines a historic setting with a dining style suited to long lunches, evening cocktails and intimate meals. Its atmosphere centres on considered dining rather than a casual takeaway format, with restaurant seating, a dedicated bar and private spaces available for selected occasions.
The menu focuses on classic bar and grill fare with a polished approach. Rothwell’s signature Beef Wellington sits alongside quality steaks and fresh seafood presented through the Marble Bar offering. The combination gives the venue a broad appeal for diners seeking a substantial meal, a seafood-focused choice or a drink in an atmospheric setting. The bar supports the restaurant experience with cocktails and a wine list, making the venue suitable for a meal that extends into the evening.
Rothwell’s also offers several settings for private dining and group occasions. The Wine Room caters for groups of six to 12 guests and provides a more intimate arrangement with dedicated service. Bookings for this room need advance planning. Below the restaurant, the basement cellar provides another event setting, with sandstone walls, vintage bottles, a long timber table and a dedicated bar. The cellar is available for private functions, including corporate events, intimate wedding receptions and significant birthday gatherings.
The cellar can accommodate seated groups of up to 40 guests and stand-up cocktail events of up to 65 guests. It also has dedicated toilets on the same level and an AV system available on request. These features make the space practical for organised celebrations and work functions, while the Wine Room offers a smaller-scale alternative for groups wanting a private dining setting.
For visitors travelling from the Gold Coast, Rothwell’s provides a Brisbane City option for a formal lunch, evening meal, cocktails or a private event. The address places the venue within the city’s restaurant and business district, while the heritage setting and cellar spaces give it a character distinct from a standard modern bar. Rothwell’s suits diners looking for Beef Wellington, steaks, seafood, wine and cocktails in a historic environment, as well as organisers seeking a dedicated room for a group occasion.
