admin December 5, 2025
Pubs for Groups in SEQ – From Brisbane’s bustling riverside pubs to the laid-back taverns of the Gold and Sunshine Coasts, there are plenty of pubs for groups in SEQ – perfect for group celebrations this festive season.
Whether it’s a catch-up with friends, an office Christmas lunch or a family get-together, these locals make it easy to celebrate in style. Offering vibrant bars, welcoming dining areas and tasty menus, they suit groups of every size.
BRISBANE & SURROUNDS
Bonny View Hotel
2077 Gympie Road, Bald Hills
https://bonnyviewhotel.com.au/
Perfect for groups of all types, Bonny View Hotel is the perfect place to gather and connect this festive season. The modern dining room offers a relaxed environment and tasty menu of pub classics, while the beer garden or terrace offers great outdoor options. For family groups, the little ones will be kept entertained in the outdoor playground. Private events can make the most of flexible food and beverage packages.
The Boundary Hotel
137 Boundary Street, West End
https://theboundary.com.au/
West End pub, The Boundary Hotel was established in 1864 and has been serving the local community since then. With multiple dining zones, six bars, and a rooftop area with city skyline views, it’s perfect for groups – whether festive get-togethers, celebrations, or corporate functions. Private events can be catered to for up to 110 seated or 190 standing guests, with flexible food and beverage packages.
Browns Plains Hotel
64 Browns Plains Road, Browns Plains
https://brownsplainshotel.com.au/
Suited for any group, from small festive gatherings to weddings and large private events, Browns Plains Hotel has something for everyone. The bistro and terrace menu serves up delicious pub classics including a mouthwatering Parmigeddon selection and Grill section, alongside great share dishes. Groups with younger ones can enjoy the playground to keep them entertained.
The fully air-conditioned function room, for 30-100 people, includes private bathrooms and a dedicated bar. Guests can tailor their events with their own entertainment and decorations.
Brighton Hotel
196 Brighton Terrace, Brighton
https://brightonhotelmotel.com.au/
From the bistro to the lively beer garden, Brighton Hotel is the ideal local for the Moreton Bay community. Perfect for festive groups to gather on sunny afternoons, casual evenings, or big celebrations. The playground makes for enjoyable daily get-togethers, and the produce-driven dishes ensure every appetite is satisfied.
For more private occasions, the exclusive function room provides a blank canvas for up to 60 guests, complete with its own music setup, projector facilities, easy bar access and flexible layouts. For those coming from further afield, the comfortable accommodation is ideal for a lazy coastal getaway or overnight stopover.
Port Office Hotel
40 Edward Street, Brisbane
https://portofficehotel.com.au/
Located in the heart of the CBD, the Port Office Hotel is the perfect place for friends, daily and colleagues to enjoy the city’s best beer, wine and cuisine. Dating back to 1909, the pub offers a range of options for groups, including the Dining Room, Public Bar and Balcony Bar – a tranquil light filled cocktail lounge.
For private events there’s a variety of air-conditioned function rooms across two levels that can be tailored with furniture, AV equipment and flexible layouts, making them for festive lunches, dinners, corporate functions. Options include Green Room (26 seated, 40 standing), Main Floor (60 seated, 100 standing), Balcony Bar (80 seated, 200 standing) and other spaces for groups of 16 to 300.
Cleveland Sands Hotel
Bloomfield St & Middle St, Cleveland
https://clevelandsands.com.au/
Overlooking stunning Raby Bay, Cleveland Sands Hotel is perfect for festive family celebrations, milestone events, corporate lunches, or large-scale cocktail parties. Groups can gather over delicious pub classics, enjoy Trivia together, catch live sports or enjoy al-fresco drinks and dining.
Options for private functions include the Courtyard, with areas for 20–150 guests, Restaurant seating up to 200, and the Verandah Restaurant for 40-50 guests. Guests can tailor menus with formal dining choices or deluxe platters featuring fresh local seafood and cheeses.
Koala Tavern
36-40 Moreton Bay Road, Capalaba
https://koalatavern.com.au/
Whether it’s a long lunch, lazy dinner, chats over ice cold beers, or catching the latest game live and loud, Koala Tavern is ideal for groups during the festive season.
Function options include the family-friendly Bistro (130 seated), Beer Gardens (20 seated, 100 standing), Kid’s Outdoor Area (32 seated, 50 standing). With its relaxed Queensland atmosphere, the pub provides the perfect setting for memorable celebrations of any size.
Redcliffe Tavern
32 Anzac Avenue, Redcliffe
https://redcliffetavern.com.au/
Redcliffe Tavern is ideal for small groups to large private functions, whether Christmas gatherings, birthdays, anniversaries, corporate events. Spaces to meet include the restaurant, beer garden and terrace, and the menu serves up plenty of dishes perfect for sharing alongside elevated pub classics.
Private events can make the most of the pub’s spaces and cater with buffet-style meals with hot and cold dishes, set menus, canapés, and beverage packages tailored to taste and budget.
The Crown Hotel
446 Lutwyche Road, Lutwyche
https://crownhotelbrisbane.com.au/
Crown Hotel in Lutwyche offers a range of welcoming spaces for groups this festive season. From the Bistro to the Pavilion and Balcony, Beer Garden to Courtyard, groups can enjoy cold drinks, delicious produce-driven dishes and good times.
For private groups, there’s premium buffet experiences, kid-friendly options and complimentary drinks for adults, the pub provides a versatile and welcoming setting for celebrations of all sizes.
Riverland
167 Eagle Street, Brisbane
https://riverlandbrisbane.com.au/
The expansive three-level Waterfront Bar is an ideal destination for celebratory groups of all sizes. Guests can relax and socialise while taking in stunning views of the Brisbane River and Story Bridge and enjoying delicious pub classics and a curated drinks menu. Private events can be held in areas of the venue for small to medium groups, or full hire for up to 1000 guests with packages to suit any occasion.
The Kenmore
841 Moggill Road, Kenmore
https://thekenmore.com.au/
A local favourite, The Kenmore is ideal for festive groups to gather in the European-style restaurant over steaks, seafood, pub classics and handcrafted pizzas, or the back bar to enjoy live sports with cold beers.
Function spaces include the Upper Lounge Bar (30 seated, 50 standing), Private Dining Room (20 seated), Private Function Room (100 seated, 120 standing, 60 theatre), and The Courtyard (70 seated, 100 standing). Each space features modern amenities such as private bars, AV equipment, and customisable layouts.
GOLD COAST
Hope Island Tavern
93 Broadwater Avenue, Hope Island
https://hopeislandtavern.com.au/
Summer days and good vibes are what guests will find at Hope Island Tavern. Festive catch ups can be long and relaxed in the sprawling beer garden, or over a feast of fresh seafood, wood-fired pizzas and gelato in the bistro. The epic playground will keep the kids entertained during family gatherings.
Private events can be held in all areas of the pub, including Western Beer Garden (60–80 people), Eastern Beer Garden (40–60 people), Bistro (60–80 people), Bistro Deck (40–60 people) and the Sports Bar to catch the live action (15–30 people).
Runaway Bay Tavern
10-12 Lae Drive, Runaway Bay
https://runawaybaytavern.com.au/
With delicious platters, classic pub meals, ice-cold drinks, indoor playrooms, and a friendly, relaxed atmosphere, Runaway Bay Tavern makes every festive group gathering fun and memorable.
Festive perks for private events include complimentary package upgrades Mon–Wed, and no minimum spend on Sundays for functions held between 24th November – 17th December 2025. Flexible event spaces include the Bistro (60 seated), Bistro Beer Garden (60 seated, 100 standing), Sports Bar (170 standing), and Sports Bar Beer Garden (200 standing), all with semi-private or exclusive options.
Burleigh Town Hotel
Tsipura Drive, Burleigh Heads
https://burleightownhotel.com.au/
With its epic beer garden and spacious modern bistro, Burleigh Town Hotel is ideal for groups of friends, family or colleagues to gather this festive season. Two fully serviced bars cater to guests and the menu serves up pub classics alongside woodfired pizzas and share plates. The kids playground ensures little ones are happy during family gatherings.
Spaces for private functions include the Burleigh Beer Garden (60 seated, 80 standing), Tally Beer Garden (45 seated, 60 standing), Pergola 1 Burleigh (60 seated, 80 standing), Pergola 2 Tally (45 seated, 60 standing), Patio (80 seated, 150 standing), and the Bistro (80 seated, 300 standing).
Lulu
Level 2, 4 Orchid Avenue, Surfers Paradise
https://lulurooftopbar.com.au/
Perched in the heart of the Gold Coast, Lulu Rooftop Bar offers a stylish, open-air venue for festive gatherings, birthdays, social gatherings, or casual celebrations with friends. Lulu combines Gold Coast cool with Miami-inspired energy to create a vibrant, unforgettable setting for any occasion.
Private functions for 40 – 130 can be catered to and the venue features retractable roofs, high-bar and low-top tables, plush banquette seating, breathtaking city views, delicious food and handcrafted cocktails.
SUNSHINE COAST
Currimundi Hotel
32 Buderim Street, Currimundi
https://currimundihotel.com.au/
Currimundi Hotel is perfect for Christmas gatherings of friends, family and colleagues. Only two minutes from the beach, there’s a welcoming restaurant, sports bar and awesome kids zone. And, for those who’ve come from afar, or simply want to enjoy a relaxed night out without the hassle of getting home, the 26 renovated rooms and heated swimming pool is ideal.
Function areas include the Bistro (170 seated, 400 standing), Bar (130 seated, 300 standing), and Beer Garden (100 seated, 150 standing), all equipped with audio-visual technology and offering set menus, canapés, and beverage packages tailored to taste and budget.
The Sands Tavern
Plaza Parade, Maroochydore
https://thesandstavern.net.au/
Perfect for family-friendly gatherings, get-togethers with friends, or private events and corporate functions, the Maroochydore local offers a home away from home for everyone. The menu serves up epic sangas, burgers, hearty classics and share options and the sports bar ensures sports lovers don’t miss a minute of the action while enjoying social time together.
Private functions can enjoy buffet dining in the Function Room (100 seated, 150 standing, 12 theatre) with private bar, deck and audio-visual setup, Sports Bar (100 cocktail) and the Boardroom (12 boardroom, 20 U-shape, 30 theatre) ideal for meetings or presentations.
Pubs for Groups in SEQ
From riverside buffets to rooftop celebrations, South East Queensland’s pubs provide versatile spaces, festive menus, and family-friendly fun for groups of all sizes. At pubs for Groups in SEQ, whether catching up with friends, celebrating with family, or hosting a work party, these venues make festive celebrations effortless, enjoyable and memorable.
