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CRU Bar & Cellar, Fortitude Valley, AU-QLD

CRU Bar & Cellar

4.6
4.6
622 Reviews
$41 to $100
Wine Bar
Shop 1 22 James St, Fortitude Valley, AU-QLD Fortitude Valley

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 19 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for fine wines
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
Home to a celebrated wine bar, retail cellar, and private dining room, CRU pairs laid-back luxury with the stylish spirit of Brisbane’s James Street precinct.

Our signature green onyx bar surrounds the shimmering heart of CRU, a glorious antique Baccarat chandelier
Soak up the street scene or take a seat at the bar and lose yourself in our award-winning wine list.

CRU is the perfect spot for a glass of something special, a leisurely lunch with friends, or a decadent dinner for two.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Wine Bar, Modern European, Dining Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Bar Daily 11:00 am–12:00 am Lunch Daily 11:00 am–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (07) 3252 2400
  • Website
    http://www.crubar.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Fresh 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 facilities
    CRU 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
  • Location
    Shop 1 22 James St, Fortitude Valley, AU-QLD Fortitude Valley
  • Neighborhood
    Fortitude Valley
  • Cross street
    McLachlan Street
  • Parking details
    Street parking is available as well as the center car park for the James Street markets
  • Additional
    Bar/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 622 people are saying

CRU Bar & Cellar reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • Brisbane

    Good for business meals

  • Brisbane

    Hot spot

  • Brisbane

    Great for fine wines

  • Brisbane

    Good for special occasions

  • Brisbane

    Most Booked

  • Inner Suburbs

    Best Ambiance

  • Inner Suburbs

    Good for business meals

  • Inner Suburbs

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Inner Suburbs

    Hot spot

  • Inner Suburbs

    Great for fine wines

  • Inner Suburbs

    Good for special occasions

  • Inner Suburbs

    Lively

  • Inner Suburbs

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
CRU Bar & Cellar offers a "consistently excellent experience" with an "exceptional" wine selection and "amazing service." The ambience is "lovely," and the "food is always good," particularly the chef's tasting menu. While some reviews mention service inconsistencies, the overall dining experience is highly praised, making it a "top-tier dining experience in Brisbane."

622 Reviews

  1. Deb

    Brisbane2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Couldn't fault the food and service at Cru, the portion sizes of the share plates were generous, the selection broad, and the quality and freshness of the food fantastic. Service was attentive without being intrusive, and very friendly and warm. The only negative was that the lighting at the table was so low it was difficult to read the menu, and the air conditioning was quite cold, though the server did attempt to get it turned up for us, which helped. Overall would highly recommend CRU Bar as an exceptional place to dine.

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  2. Ken VIP

    Brisbane1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    excellent food very friendly staff with great service

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  3. Sammy

    Sunshine Coast3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a lovely service and great food. Will be coming back :)

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  4. Michael VIP

    Brisbane5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A consistently excellent experience encouraging regular return visits.

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  5. Robert

    Brisbane20 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 6, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Always a lovely place to dine. We love the atmosphere and openness. The wines are exceptional and the food is always good, however, there were way too many seafood dishes. Being allergic to fish and seafood, the menu was extremely limited. As a bonus, we always visit the CRU Bar Cellar (bottle shop) as there is an abundance of fantastic wines to purchase and Jeff is so friendly, helpful and knowledgeable.

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  6. OpenTable Diner VIP

    Brisbane13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always amazing!!

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  7. Deborah

    Brisbane12 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on March 28, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    We go to Cru regularly as it’s local. Today we were disappointed in our meals and couldn’t finish them. Service was slack and music so loud. At lunchtime we felt we were in a nightclub. Very disappointed and you need to lift your standards for the prices.

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  8. Carmel

    Brisbane3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing service backed up with awesome food menu & flavors ..will be back again soon .

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  9. Michael VIP

    Brisbane5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent ambience with attentive service, welcoming atmosphere, an attractive and diverse menu complementing an appealing cocktail options and an extensive and alluring wine list.

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  10. Sue

    Brisbane12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great Ambience, food was delicious with lots of choices, service was great, relaxed atmosphere.

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CRU Bar & Cellar is rated 4.6 stars by 622 OpenTable diners.

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  2. Australia
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  4. Inner Suburbs
  5. Fortitude Valley

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 19 times today
Google Map for CRU Bar & Cellar

Shop 1 22 James St, Fortitude Valley, AU-QLD Fortitude Valley

Additional information

  • Cross street
    McLachlan Street
  • Neighborhood
    Fortitude Valley
  • Hours of operation
    Bar Daily 11:00 am–12:00 am Lunch Daily 11:00 am–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Wine Bar, Modern European, Dining Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street parking is available as well as the center car park for the James Street markets
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/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
    http://www.crubar.com/
  • Phone number
    (07) 3252 2400
  • Catering
    Fresh 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 facilities
    CRU 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

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