About Boroughs Cafe Wine Bar
The Boroughs Café Wine Bar in Scarborough, is set on the magnificent backdrop of Brisbane's Moreton Bay. Housed in a charming marble bar, originally from the Criterion Hotel (circa 1920's) and lovingly restored, to evoke an alluring and elegant ambience. Sample from the burgeoning harvest of award winning wines, and dine on an array of modern Australian dishes infused with Mediterranean influences, by the warmth of the courtyard fireplace. Unwind to the live music every weekend & catch up with friends.
The talented Head Chef, Sheena McRuvie, most recently lead the kitchen in the prestigious European-style Cream Patisserie at Portside Wharf and Coorparoo. Sheena also has had extensive experience with an impressive list of award-winning dining spots throughout Brisbane.
Sheena produces a harmony of Mediterranean and modern Australian dishes to leave your taste buds singing. Her seasonal menu is prominently organic and local wherever possible and features flavoursome specialities including the sumptuous Barkers Creek pork medallions with maple glazed sweet potato and parsnip with a shiraz jus or the tender diamantina rib on bone with caramelised onion mash, green beans and a parsley butter. You'll also find daily specials that feature first-rate market finds.
Enjoy a glass of wine and a changing selection of tasting plates and sample from a showcase of the latest from Australian vineyards and the fabulous deli larder. Sip, taste, unwind by the bay at our classic 1920s wine bar and discover why they are State Winner of the Best Wine List Featuring Queensland Wine 2006.
For after, their freshly baked delicacies and handcrafted chocolates melt in your mouth and are best to be enjoyed with one of the premium teas and coffees.
At the rear of the restaurant is a private dining area with its own fireplace – ideal for that special and function. Enjoy the privacy of the area perfect for functions, weddings, celebrations in a stylish and relaxed venue, The Boroughs private dining sunroom and sandstone courtyard make the perfect venue for a social or business gathering.
Book the all-weather covered courtyard to host your special event in casual and airy surrounds with a fantastic winter fireplace. Choose from sensational set menu and beverage options. Exclusive sole-use bookings and traditional high teas available any day for larger groups.
Menu Sample
Grilled Aged Porthouse: pommes dauphinoise, caper and shiraz jus, salad vert;
Housemade Gnocchi: sheep's fetta,napoli, kalamatas, asparagus
Features & Facilities
- Water Views
- Air Conditioned
- Fireplace
- Pianist/Live Music
- Fully Licensed
- Private Dining
- Functions
- Alfresco
- Disabled Access
- Take Away