Restaurants in Fortitude Valley?

Question

I'd like to take my girlfriend somewhere inexpensive (I'm a little broke) in Fortitude Valley. I know beggars can't be choosers, but somewhere with a nice atmosphere would be great! Thanks.

Answer 1

You know, she's going to appreciate it even more if you cook dinner for her, eat dinner by candlelight at home, with some romantic music.

Answer 2

I'm going to be honest with you, things in this area are expensive as you may/may not already know.

It's hard to find reasonable 'restaurants' at the Valley. Meals start at $20 and go up rapidly from there.

I'd recommend you go for more of a hotel/pub/bar.They are always cheaper, still have a basic great menu and usually the atmosphere is better than the boring posh restaurants.

http://www.thevictory.com.au/default.asp

They have a lovely menu. Something for everyone, but then if your looking at a steak - they start at over $20 as well.

http://www.stpaulstavern.com.au/content....

They have a more cheaper menu. Much more 'classy' than the menu above. Few dishes under $20.

http://www.barsoma.com/menus.html

They have an extremely reasonable menu. Don't think I saw anything over $20. Some very interesting meals. Different/Classy.

Perhaps ordering an entree as a main might be a better idea. Then follow with desert. Would probably work out cheaper and can't go past a good desert!

Don't forget to book, especially for a Friday or Saturday night. Reservations on weekends at the Valley are a must!

Hope some of that is helpful!

Answer 3

My partner and I have been to Giardinetto (Brunswick Street) several times now. They are an Italian restaurant with an extensive menu (including great vegetarian meals) and very reasonably priced. You can choose from a set menu, or go a la carte. If it's just the two of you though, a la carte would be more suitable.

The atmosphere there is great. You can do "footpath dining", which is always interesting in that neck of the woods, or if you're after a more romantic evening, you can dine inside where the predominant lighting is that of candles. If you are indeed after a romantic dinner, I suggest you go mid-week, since it can be a little rowdy there on Friday and Saturday nights.

If you click on this link http://www.giardinetto.com.au/ you'll find more info, and you can print a $10 voucher towards your meal. The website doesn't look terribly attractive, but the food and atmosphere certainly make up for that!

Another good place for a meal in the Valley, is at the Powerhouse. There's a restaurant there called Watts, but they are fairly pricey. You can however eat at Bar Alto, which has a good menu, very affordable and you are able to enjoy the atmosphere of the Powerhouse, without the costs involved with Watts restaurant. The Powerhouse is also a fantastic venue if you are after good music, interesting patrons, and they are hosting some of the upcoming events for the Brisbane Festival. Some are free, so you can have a cheap meal and enjoy performing arts such as cabarets, films, forums, theatre and bands for a cheap night out!

Linkie to Powerhouse -

http://www.brisbanepowerhouse.org

Linkie to brisbane festival - http://www.brisbanefestival.com.au/