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CRU Bar & Cellar, Fortitude Valley, AU-QLD

CRU Bar & Cellar

4.6
4.6
606 Reviews
$41 to $100
Wine Bar

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 35 times today
  • 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.

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Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Wine Bar, Modern Australian
  • 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
  • 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

What 606 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Brisbane

    Hot spot

  • Brisbane

    Great for fine wines

  • Brisbane

    Most Booked

  • Inner Suburbs

    Good for business meals

  • Inner Suburbs

    Hot spot

  • Inner Suburbs

    Great for fine wines

  • Inner Suburbs

    Lively

  • Inner Suburbs

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
CRU Bar & Cellar impresses with "outstanding food" and an "amazing wine list," creating a "wonderful experience." The ambiance is inviting, and the recent renovation enhances comfort and style. While service consistency varies, the "chef's tasting menu" and standout dishes like Moreton Bay Bug crostini are highly recommended.

606 Reviews
  1. Alok

    VIP

    Brisbane

    11 reviews

    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    CRU bar is a great location, service was a little lacking but everyone was friendly. Food was great.

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  2. Wayne

    Hawaii

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A Fantastic Dining Experience at CRU Bar – Highly Recommended! On the last Friday night of February 2025, my wife and I had the absolute pleasure of dining at CRU Bar in Brisbane—and what an experience it was! Choosing the tasting menu on a whim, we were blown away by the exceptional quality of both the food and service. The dishes were beautifully presented, perfectly balanced, and bursting with flavor—each course a delightful surprise. But what truly elevated the evening was the outstanding service. Our French waiter, newly arrived in Australia, was an absolute gem—knowledgeable, attentive, and incredibly pleasant. His experience and passion for hospitality were evident, making our night even more enjoyable. For anyone looking for a top-tier dining experience in Brisbane, CRU Bar is a must-visit! Whether you’re a local or just passing through, this spot delivers on all fronts. We’ll definitely be back!

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  3. Scott

    Brisbane

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great spot for a drink or a bite 🍸🕺💃👌🏻

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  4. Jason

    Brisbane

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 21, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    One can only feel sorry for the kitchen who provide outstanding food that is served by the cast of MAF’s. Initial order was forgotten in what was an odd conversation. We were not surprised that the order was not entered. When we reordered one item was missed and another was duplicated. The server who delivered the food was completely rude. Food was top class yet front of house delivered a very poor experience.

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  5. Dajana

    Brisbane

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 2, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    We were really disappointed with the service. It took a considerable amount of time for the staff to take our drink orders. We then had to wave down staff to order food after the drinks came out. No one came over to our table to check in on us for drinks, until the very end when we were about to leave. It's a shame because we would have definitely spent more on drinks probably ordered dessert if the wait staff were more attentive. As for the food, everything was to satisfaction except for the steak which was fairly average for the price they charge. In saying that, the cocktails are always excellent here and very consistent.

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  6. Dora

    Brisbane

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 1, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I had an amazing night, the service and staff were kind and nice

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  7. Judit

    Brisbane

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waiter Morgan he was very polite, friendly and excellent service. Foot was spectacular like always great compliments to the chef &kitchen staff. The tasting menu was delicious and looking forward coming back. Chef and all staff are doing an awesome job that is why people coming back again and again. Judy and Garry Lord

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  8. Gregory

    Brisbane

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I have have had to travel from Cairns to have the delicious Sydney Rock Oysters. If you are a fan they are outstanding! Some Soft Shell Crab sliders were out of this world. While all this was going on my wife ( Vegetarian) had the Green Olive Hommuos. I tried it and was knocked over. Service-outstanding Food -outstanding. Well done Cru Bar

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  9. Louise

    VIP

    Gold Coast

    9 reviews

    3.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on January 10, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    We usually enjoy Crubar but they have a big service problem, there were so many staff but nobody directing them. They need a decent FOH to get this place organised. We could hear lots of people complaining. We sat for 15 mins just with a lemon in our glasses and no water before some came to fill the glasses. For $93 for 2 desserts and 2 cocktails, they need much better service.

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  10. Ashlea

    Brisbane

    3 reviews

    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 8, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Served flat wine, had to be asked to be served terrible birthday experience

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CRU Bar & Cellar is rated 4.6 stars by 606 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 35 times today
Google Map for CRU Bar & Cellar

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

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Wine Bar, Modern Australian
  • 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
  • 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
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