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Anise Bistro & Wine Bar

697 Brunswick St | New Farm, Brisbane, Queensland 4005, Australia
(07) 3358 1558
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Ranked #37 of 1,400 restaurants in Brisbane
Cuisines: French
Good for: Romantic, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations, After-hours, Dessert
Restaurant details
Good for: Romantic, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations, After-hours, Dessert
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Brisbane, Australia
1 review
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 April 2013

After dining at Anise for my birthday for the last 9 years, and looking forward to eating there again last night, my wife and I discovered that the ownership has changed. Sadly, my personal favourites of the terrine entree and the duck fat roasted potatoes had gone from the menu. I must give the Patron his due, because he did... More

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Brisbane, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 February 2013

Two young guy's have reopend Anise resently and the result is fantastic, the wine and the food has been of high stanard and the room looks fesh and clean. I have been twice , once for lunch and once for dinner. Do yourself a favor and check it out

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 February 2013

Anise is a treasure, and so unlike anywhere eles I can think of in Brisbane to eat. Excellent interesting food and guidance given to choose something different and interesting. Wines are also creatively selective. Expect an experience like no other here , in a very casual but intimate atmosphere. A real eye opener and deserves top marks.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 January 2013

I used to live just down the road from Anise and was a regular. On my most recent visit back to Brisbane I took my family and partner there for a celebratory dinner and I wasn't disappointed. It still has the same lovely sociable atmosphere - we chatted not only with the barman, but also some fellow diners next to... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 November 2012

The food at Anise is very imaginative and delicious. Coupled with fabulous wines or cocktails and brilliant owners who are entertaining and welcoming. The degustation was worth the money and they will do their best to even pair the food with cocktails if your heart so desires. Very small but makes the experience even better.

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Brisbane, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 November 2012

Love the degustation menu at Anise. Beautiful wine selection and great range of aperitifs and absinthe The combination of flavors on the plates were very beautifully balanced and refined, and worked beautifully with the wines.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 October 2012

Very lovely food and wine to match, cosy atmosphere. Spectacular service. Great place for romance and fine dining.

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Brisbane, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 October 2012

The service was fantastic, each meal described by staff who obviously LOVE what they do. The wines were matched wonderfully, and topped up constantly. The food was phenomenal.ENough said!

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 September 2012

Ive been to Anise several times and it is always superb. Love the seating arrangements - the night always ends up feeling like I've been at a great dinner party. Inevitably parties end of exchanging conversation, usually about the food and the great wines. The guys running the place know their stuff and really enjoy sharing. The wine flights are... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 July 2012

A really small place with an equally small menu. But to our surprise we loved the food. Very simply put together lovely ingredients arranged beautifully. It seems the chef has some great skills and uses them bringing out the complex flavours in abundance. The service was chatty though professional always checking back to make sure all was good. If the... More

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