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Venice Cafe Bar

Editorial Review

Editorial Review

Tucked away from the hustle and bustle of Brisbane's well-worn streets is Venice, a restaurant that effortlessly conjures the charm of Italy. The riverside location of Venice allows you to arrive via a leisurely stroll along the boardwalk or, more ceremoniously, by ferry, which will drop you almost to Venice's front door. With unrivalled views over the river, diners are lucky enough to enjoy the spectacle of the passing boats and glimmering night lights while savouring entrees of seafood, char-grilled marinated lamb or seared chicken livers.

Each dish on the menu has been thoughtfully matched to a specific wine whose characteristics will serve to enhance the flavours of your meal. Mains feature a pan-seared chicken breast, ocean-fresh seafood, lamb shanks, pork and grain-fed eye fillet. A comprehensive drinks menu ensures everyone's tastes and moods are met, with plenty of wines available by the glass. An evening at Venice would not be complete without indulging in one of the restaurant's decadent desserts. Their signature after dinner treat, which goes appropriately by the name of Venetian Affair, is a beautiful way to end to the evening but if chocolate is not your thing then try the lemon curd tart with coconut ice-cream or savour a cheese platter accompanied by a liqueur coffee. Bon appetite!

Madeleine Doherty, June 2008