Criterion Tavern - Brisbane

The Criterion used to be a go-to for many workers around Adelaide St and George St, however recently its been very quiet. Unfortunately the food has slipped bel... read more The Criterion used to be a go-to for many workers around Adelaide St and George St, however recently its been very quiet. Unfortunately the food has slipped below par, with heavily overcooked steak, long wait times and bland salad. This used to be humming with office staff, very dead now.

If you want good pub food at a good price and big portions - come here! The lamb salad is absolutely beautiful. Massive serving - definitely more than enough fo... read more If you want good pub food at a good price and big portions - come here! The lamb salad is absolutely beautiful. Massive serving - definitely more than enough for 2 people. It can get really busy during the lunch time period so I would suggest allowing a little extra time if you do plan on going during your break. Staff are always friendly and I've never had a bad experience here. We had a big farewell here on Friday night and several platters were ordered. The amount of food on these platters was jaw dropping. So much food and so worth the money. Everything tasted amazing - I could not fault anything I ate off these platters. We had a new platter come out every half hour and considering almost everyone in our party was drinking, there was plenty of food to go around and still have so much leftover. Definitely mine and my friends/colleagues go-to pub when we want something that we know delivers on taste, price and service. Highly recommend!

I came here today for a friends farewell and get together. We had a few drinks from the bar and ordered some entrées which was a very nice experience. Comfortab... read more I came here today for a friends farewell and get together. We had a few drinks from the bar and ordered some entrées which was a very nice experience. Comfortable atmosphere. This spot is also pretty cool, the location is so central to queen st mall I had no idea it existed until today. stretchandlearn.wordpress.com

Stylish Modern Classy Atmosphere. The Ambience was delightful as we first entered the establishment. Enjoyed our meal, very tasty with generous amounts of prote... read more Stylish Modern Classy Atmosphere. The Ambience was delightful as we first entered the establishment. Enjoyed our meal, very tasty with generous amounts of protein. Service was quick we didn't wait long for our meals. Paid $20 for my favourite cocktail the Espresso Martini which is a standard price that im happy to pay but the flavour was questionable. I had two sips couldn't drink any more the vanilla syrup that was displayed on the menu as part of the ingredients was not evident. The vodka over powered the coffee flavour that should have been prominent hence the name Espresso Martini. Lucky i ordered my other favourite drink the Strawberry Lime Rekorderlig which I was quite surprised was on offer as many taverns do not offer this cider, very happy to have been able to have this accompany my meal. Lovely staff overall we had a great experience. Thank you. Food: 5 Service: 4 Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 read more Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5