Howard Smith Wharves
Brisbane’s newest lifestyle and entertainment destination
Located beneath the iconic Story Bridge, Howard Smith Wharves is the ultimate riverside entertainment destination that celebrates the best of Brisbane, bringing a diversity of food, music, and community together.
Originally constructed in the 1930s, this historic space has been transformed into a thriving waterfront entertainment area, becoming the ultimate setting to eat, drink, play and stay in Brisbane (psst - we mean with us!)
The precinct vision is about heralding a new era of flavours and ideas, reflecting Brisbane's status as Queensland’s home of arts, culture and creativity, while still respecting and celebrating our heritage. More than a foodie precinct, we’re in pursuit of bringing together the best of Brisbane into a single thriving destination.
Experience the best of what Brisbane has to offer right on the river. Just a few steps from the Crystalbrook Vincent, you can sample locally-brewed schooners at famous Felons Brewing Co, relax on the lawn with fish and chips, enjoy the live tunes and electric eats at Felons Barrel Hall, or sip a spritz as the sun sets at Mr Percival’s. Howard Smith Wharves is also home to some of Brisbane's best restaurants, including Mews, Greca, Yoko, Stanley, and Ciao Papi.
Don't miss out on the latest happenings and pop-ups across the Wharves during your Brisbane stay.
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Howard Smith Wharves Restaurants
Everyone knows a holiday in Brisbane isn't complete without indulging in some of the best food the city - even the country - has to offer. After a long day of sightseeing, refill your energy at one of the many restaurants in Howard Smith Wharves that offer unique flavours and mouth-watering meals.
Mews is heating up Brisbane's Howard Smith Wharves precinct with a playful culinary experience, hyper-local sustainable produce, and a unique, laneway-inspired menu, set amongst a collection of local street art. Located under the famous Story bridge, embrace the busy city life and treat yourself to breakfast or share-style dinner.
Brisbane is known for its entertaining and unique nightlife; so experience it on another level at one of Brisbane's best rooftop bars. Escape to a chic oasis under the stars and watch the world go by with a signature cocktail at Fiume Rooftop Bar. Perfect for sharing with friends, family or a special someone, Fiume's bar menu is filled with delicious savoury bites that are sustainably sourced and pair perfectly with its stellar cocktails and wine list.
Whether you're looking for a relaxing brekkie before exploring the sights or need to unwind at night with a drink or five, Howard Smith Wharves has it all.
Howard Smith Wharves Events
Howard Smith Wharves provides the perfect platform and inspiring location for special events. The natural beauty of its surrounding elements – the cliffs, heritage-listed buildings, bridge and riverfront location – create the ultimate oasis for all types of events just moments from Brisbane's bustling city centre.
Not only is Howard Smith Wharves the dream location for summer celebrations, but it provides the perfect Riverfire vantage point and is the best spot in Brisbane to ring in the New Year.
Whether a riverside wedding, festive celebration, business conference, music concert or art exhibition, Howard Smith Wharves is home to some of the best event venues in Brisbane.
Crystalbrook Vincent's three event and conference spaces are spacious and flexible, with gorgeous natural lighting, spellbinding views and state-of-the-art connectivity that can host up to 150 guests seamlessly - perfect for any event.
Howard Smith Wharves Sustainability Program
Challenging the status quo is integral to everything we do at Howard Smith Wharves, extending through to our approach to sustainability. As one of Brisbane’s largest precincts, we feel a bigger responsibility than most when it comes to doing the right thing.
Crystalbrook Vincent is proud share the #ResponsibleLuxury ethos as a part of Howard Smith Wharves' award-winning sustainability and waste management program.
In the last 12 months, we’ve achieved a total landfill diversion rate of 88.65%. This is close to 1000 tonnes diverted, which is equivalent to 148 grown elephants or a cargo ship.
We continue to work towards 100% zero waste through remaining at the forefront of environmental management, and we continue to explore new opportunities and engage industry experts to advise us on sustainability initiatives and landfill diversion.