Stan's Lounge

Skip the usual HSW crowds. Tucked away on the riverfront, Stan's Lounge is that sultry, red-velvet-draped room you want for a proper drink. Cruisy. Classy. Pure analog warmth. Brisbane's cocktail purists know to grab a spot on the terrace for sweeping water views before sinking into a plush sofa inside. The soundtrack? Strictly vinyl. The drinks? Dangerously good. Ask the bar staff for a bespoke pour—they excel at off-menu creations—though the whiskey-laced Oolong cocktail is a certified knockout. Word around the precinct is the kitchen punches way above its weight. Think briny fresh oysters, char-grilled wagyu skewers, and crispy fried eggplant you'll absolutely order twice. It’s the ultimate pre-dinner sharpener—or the exact spot you migrate back to when the night demands one last flawless nightcap.