The Ship Inn

4.7

249 Reviews

$A40 and under

Gastro Pub

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2 people

17 Feb 2025

20:30

Booked 3 times today

Good for groups
Great for outdoor dining
Good for special occasions

What was once a rowdy sailor’s drinking den has been transformed into a civilised gastro pub complete with a separate and impressive function and convention facility that can cater for up to 200 guests. This iconic South Bank hotel was constructed in 1864 and has developed a reputation as a lamb lover’s paradise. Our classic pub style menu boasts mouth watering dishes for all dining tastes. With three distinct dining areas plus function rooms, The Ship Inn is the perfect location for casual dining, lazy alfresco lunches, functions and events. We don’t have poker machines, we don’t have TV’s and we don’t have TAB. We are a true gastro pub with a traditional atmosphere in a prime South Bank location. Visit us to experience the charm of our unique hotel venue.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$A40 and under
Cuisines
Gastro Pub
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu 11:00 am–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–9:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm
Phone number
(07) 3844 8000
Website
http://www.theshipinn.com.au/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
Cnr Stanley & Sidon Street, South Bank, AU-QLD 4101
Area
South Bank
Cross Street
Sidon and Stanley streets
Parking details
None
Additional
Patio/Outdoor Dining

What 249 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Energetic

Diners' Choice Awards

Brisbane
Great for outdoor dining
Brisbane
Great for scenic views
Inner Suburbs
Gluten-free-friendly
Inner Suburbs
Good for groups
Inner Suburbs
Neighbourhood gem
Inner Suburbs
Great for outdoor dining
Inner Suburbs
Vegetarian-friendly

Review summary

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The Ship Inn offers a "great location" with a "fantastic place to eat" atmosphere. Guests appreciate the "friendly staff" and the "delicious food" that consistently impresses. Perfect for groups, the venue provides "prompt and efficient" service, ensuring a memorable dining experience. Despite early closing hours, it's a "highly recommended" destination for quality dining.

249 Reviews

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susan
Brisbane
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great place to eat, good menu choices, better than average Pub Grub. Lovely sitting outside under the verandah enjoying the ambiance of Southbank
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Debra
Sunshine Coast
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The staff was so happy and friendly and very obliging with some changes to what was offered on the menu. eg I ordered Steak but it came with veges etc and I just wanted a salad which they happily provided.
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Cath
Tropical QLD
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food is always amazing, fresh , great variety and fantastic value for money, we only go a few times a year but I’ve never been disappointed yet- plus as a bonus the staff are all lovely 🌸
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Ian
Brisbane
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We all had a wonderful night for Valentine's Day dinner at the Ship Inn great services and delicious food, nice wine a very enjoyable evening.
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Geraldine
Brisbane
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on 11 January 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Dined with a group of seven friends. Food quality was good and reasonably priced. Drinks were also reasonably priced. Service was good. Only negative is that it does close fairly early for a Saturday night. Think this may be the case for a number of dining venues in the area.
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Anne
Brisbane
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 9 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, great prices, great atmosphere, not too noisy, lovely staff, easy 5 min walk from southbank train/bus station.
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Jessica
Brisbane
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 11 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service food and drinks. Nice and quiet area
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Sandra
Brisbane
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on 10 December 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Well organised for our large group of diners. Service was prompt and efficient and meals were ample and good quality. We would recommend The Ship Inn and will return!
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Lindy
Gold Coast
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 29 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great location and what a fantastic place to eat. The food was incredible, and the staff were fantastic.
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Ivor
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 17 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had a great Sunday afternoon lunch with my friends at the Ship Inn today. I booked for 10 people but unexpectedly 14 showed up and the staff couldn’t have been more welcoming and accomodating. The food was great too so we will be back again soon!
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The Ship Inn is rated 4.7 stars by 249 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

17 Feb 2025

20:30

Booked 3 times today

Cnr Stanley & Sidon Street, South Bank, AU-QLD 4101

Additional information

Cross Street
Sidon and Stanley streets
Area
South Bank
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu 11:00 am–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–9:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm
Price
$A40 and under
Cuisines
Gastro Pub
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
None
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Patio/Outdoor Dining

Website
http://www.theshipinn.com.au/
Phone number
(07) 3844 8000

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SMALL MEALS

Trio of DipsA$22.00

Arancini BallsA$19.00

Chicken Bao BunsA$19.00

Cheesy Garlic BreadA$16.00

Pork Belly Bao BunsA$19.00

Vegetarian ParmigianaA$23.00

Salt and Pepper Calamari over Asian SaladA$23.00

150g Rump SteakA$29.00

MAIN MEALS

Macadamia & Mango CurryA$29.00

Fish and ChipsA$28.00

Salt & Pepper CalamariA$28.00

Bangers & MashA$28.00

Steak & Guinness PieA$28.00

Grilled Chicken ParmiA$29.00

BETWEEN BREAD

Pulled Pork RollA$26.00

Chicken BurgerA$26.00

SALADS

Thai Beef SaladA$27.00

Pumpkin & Haloumi SaladA$26.00

PASTA

Beef LasagneA$27.00

Chicken, Bacon& Mushroom FettuccineA$27.00

Vegetarian LasagneA$26.00

STEAKS

250g RumpA$35.00

300g Rib EyeA$55.00

Beef WellingtonA$35.00

KIDS MEALS

Ice cream toppings:

Nuggets and chipsA$12.00

Fish and chipsA$15.00

Calamari and chipsA$15.00

Spaghetti bolognaiseA$15.00

Napoli pastaA$12.00

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