Whole Venue at The Lodge Bar & Dining, James St

Restaurant · Whole venue

49 James Street, Fortitude Valley, 4006
Fortitude Valley, Brisbane

About this space

Welcome to The Lodge Bar & Dining, where luxury meets versatility in our stunning venue available for rental. Spanning both the first and second floors, our space offers the epitome of sophistication and comfort for your event needs.

As you step into our venue, you'll be greeted by an ambiance of warmth and elegance. The décor reflects a modern yet cozy lodge aesthetic, with rich wooden accents, plush furnishings, and subtle touches of rustic charm throughout.

On the first floor, you'll find our main bar area, adorned with sleek countertops and chic seating arrangements. This space serves as the heart of the venue, where guests can mingle and enjoy handcrafted cocktails expertly prepared by our skilled bartenders.

Venture up to the second floor, and you'll discover a world of possibilities awaiting you. Here, another exclusive bar awaits, providing a more intimate setting for smaller gatherings or VIP events. The layout of the second floor is designed to accommodate various seating arrangements, allowing for both formal dining setups and casual lounging areas.

With ample room for up to 200 guests in a cocktail-style setting, our venue caters to events of all sizes and occasions. Whether you're planning a corporate networking event, a milestone celebration, or a lavish cocktail soirée, The Lodge Bar & Dining offers the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable experience.


Prices

Sunday
12:00 pm – 6:00 pm
from $22500 min. spend
Per session
12:00 pm – 6:00 pm
from $22500 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 12:00 am. All prices include GST.
Please note that our rental rates for events at The Lodge Bar & Dining are as follows:

Lunch:
Monday to Thursday Lunch is $17,500,
Friday to Sunday Lunch is $22,500,

Evening:
Monday to Thursday Evening is $20,000,
Friday to Sunday Evening is $27,500.

10% service fee applies for groups of 12 or more (excluding public holidays).
Monday
5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
from $17500 min. spend
Per session
5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
from $17500 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 12:00 am. All prices include GST.
Please note that our rental rates for events at The Lodge Bar & Dining are as follows:

Lunch:
Monday to Thursday Lunch is $17,500,
Friday to Sunday Lunch is $22,500,

Evening:
Monday to Thursday Evening is $20,000,
Friday to Sunday Evening is $27,500.

10% service fee applies for groups of 12 or more (excluding public holidays).
Tuesday
12:00 pm – 10:00 pm
from $17500 min. spend
Per session
12:00 pm – 10:00 pm
from $17500 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 12:00 am. All prices include GST.
Please note that our rental rates for events at The Lodge Bar & Dining are as follows:

Lunch:
Monday to Thursday Lunch is $17,500,
Friday to Sunday Lunch is $22,500,

Evening:
Monday to Thursday Evening is $20,000,
Friday to Sunday Evening is $27,500.

10% service fee applies for groups of 12 or more (excluding public holidays).
Wednesday
12:00 pm – 10:00 pm
from $17500 min. spend
Per session
12:00 pm – 10:00 pm
from $17500 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 12:00 am. All prices include GST.
Please note that our rental rates for events at The Lodge Bar & Dining are as follows:

Lunch:
Monday to Thursday Lunch is $17,500,
Friday to Sunday Lunch is $22,500,

Evening:
Monday to Thursday Evening is $20,000,
Friday to Sunday Evening is $27,500.

10% service fee applies for groups of 12 or more (excluding public holidays).
Thursday
12:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $17500 min. spend
Per session
12:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $17500 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 12:00 am. All prices include GST.
Please note that our rental rates for events at The Lodge Bar & Dining are as follows:

Lunch:
Monday to Thursday Lunch is $17,500,
Friday to Sunday Lunch is $22,500,

Evening:
Monday to Thursday Evening is $20,000,
Friday to Sunday Evening is $27,500.

10% service fee applies for groups of 12 or more (excluding public holidays).
Friday
12:00 pm – 12:00 am
from $22500 min. spend
Per session
12:00 pm – 12:00 am
from $22500 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 12:00 am. All prices include GST.
Please note that our rental rates for events at The Lodge Bar & Dining are as follows:

Lunch:
Monday to Thursday Lunch is $17,500,
Friday to Sunday Lunch is $22,500,

Evening:
Monday to Thursday Evening is $20,000,
Friday to Sunday Evening is $27,500.

10% service fee applies for groups of 12 or more (excluding public holidays).
Saturday
12:00 pm – 12:00 am
from $22500 min. spend
Per session
12:00 pm – 12:00 am
from $22500 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 12:00 am. All prices include GST.
Please note that our rental rates for events at The Lodge Bar & Dining are as follows:

Lunch:
Monday to Thursday Lunch is $17,500,
Friday to Sunday Lunch is $22,500,

Evening:
Monday to Thursday Evening is $20,000,
Friday to Sunday Evening is $27,500.

10% service fee applies for groups of 12 or more (excluding public holidays).
Pricing updated by venue 6 months ago

Capacity

Standing
up to 200
Dining
up to 125
Cabaret
up to 80

Catering and drinks

In-house catering
External catering not allowed
Venue provides alcohol
BYO alcohol not allowed

Facilities

PA system / speakers
Air conditioning
Natural light
Paid parking facilities available nearby
Wi-Fi
Projector
Flatscreen TV
Whiteboard
Flipchart
Conference call facilities
Storage space
Quiet space
Accommodation available

Music & sound equipment

Own music allowed
Bring your own DJ
Noise restriction

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible
Ground level

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Promoted and ticketed events
Wedding licence
Temporary event notices (TENs) available

Host rules

No smoking in the building.


A fusion of luxury and style, our venue offers a sense of elevated approachability across both hospitality and retail. Melding fashion, food and wine, The Lodge Bar & Dining, James St treats customers to a truly memorable experience like no other.

The restaurant can host 150+ guests, catering to everything from a casual cocktail through to a celebratory dinner to larger, personalised events with a range of spaces throughout the venue. The ground floor comprises of a corner bar with banquette seating and a vibrant dining room whilst level one is home to a stylish bar, private dining room and a spectacular wrap around balcony that allows for panoramic views of the James Street strip.

The Lodge Bar Group's Executive Chef Matt Lambert has followed the same ethos as our other New Zealand restaurants by sourcing the finest local produce Australia has to offer, allowing the quality ingredients to shine. Cameron Douglas, The Lodge Bar Group's Master Sommelier and Group Beverage Manager, has curated an expansive wine list with New Zealand wines at the heart of it.


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