We were looking for a good place to stop for lunch and grabbed a bit to eat. Food was good and atmosphere fun. It took a few minutes to locate the restaurant as it was down an alley lined with murals. Staff was pleasant and friendly. Would stop by again read more

Good halloumi! Get it on the eggs benny or on its own. They know how to grill it up good. I usually come for brunch it's a nice underground cafe in the heart of Brisbane. Counter service and find your own seats most of the time. Relax grunge vibes. Very unique. Come with friends and just have a great gab. read more

Brew - Eggs benny with halloumi - Wine Bars Near Me - Brisbane, QLD

Stopped by here for an early dinner because they have gluten free options. Entrance is through an alley off the Queen Street Mall. After you enter you walk past the open kitchen, find a table in the dimly lit establishment, there are menu books at the tables, and then place your order at the counter. Online menu appeared to be accurate. Happy Hour daily from 5p - 6p but nothing to indicate what's discounted. Is it drinks? Food? Guy taking orders seemed nice enough. I didn't see any empty tables and needing gluten free food i didn't want to chance getting take away and it being wrong. Will have to try again the next time I'm in Brisbane. read more

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Food and service is good. Love the eclectic music. Beer selection is good. Nice escape from the heat and busy streets. read more

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Awesome spot for breakfast, great coffee, and tasty food. Late night it feels like a little chill hidey-hole tucked away from the chaos of Queen St. mall. Worth a visit! read more

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I was in Brisbane this past week and was staying near Elizabeth Street. I always love supporting local businesses, so I found Brew through Yelp and was able to walk there from our hotel. Location: Brew is tucked in an alley way on Lower Burnett Lane, to the left of 7 Eleven. If I wasn't deliberately looking for this place, I think I might of passed by it without realizing anything was there. However, I'm glad I knew that there was a large mural of a woman to look out for. Atmosphere: The place itself had a really fun and artistic vibe. There are a bunch of live concert posters on the wall as you walk into the building as well as funky art sprinkled along the walls. There's a bar that's to your right and a large, colorful tree that's painted on the left side wall. There are also a variety of seating options that are available, from cushion type of chairs, to 2-seaters, 4-seaters, and a large table. Service: We arrived about 30 minutes after Brew opened up for business. The staff there were really friendly. We are from America, so when I ordered a cup of coffee, I learned that our version of a "drip coffee" wasn't on the menu. However, our server recommended a few items from the menu. In all honesty, I forget what I ended up with but it did come with a cute art design! Food: Their menu is super cute and comes within a vinyl record backing. There is a day menu (until 3pm) and a night menu. I ordered a Haloumi bagel, which had tomato, onion, spinach, pesto, chili jam, and Japanese mayo. In all honesty, I never had haloumi before. But this bagel made me a fan of haloumi! In fact, this was the best darn bagel sandwich that I have ever eaten, and I order bagel sandwiches quite a bit. Pros: -A variety of vegan and gluten free options -Friendly staff -Best darn bagel sandwich that I have had to date! -Their restrooms are nice and clean Cons: -N/A read more

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Service was amazing! Food was good. It was a little hard to find so look at the other posts.

5 stars for ambiance, service and the coffee but 4 stars for the food (which in my book is still above average). We literally walked past this place 4 times trying to find it. It's in a little alleyway with just a chalkboard sign and very easy to miss. The tables have cute decorations and we really wanted to sit at the barrel table but unfortunately it was in the area without service. They offer a wide selection of alcoholic drinks which I did not get to try as it was only 9:30 in the morning. For our drinks we had a flat white and an iced coffee drip. They were both really good and the iced coffee drip came on a cute platter. For food they were unfortunately out of the green eggs which I really wanted to try so we settled for the avocado toast with added bacon and prosciutto toastie. The avocado toast was good with the ricotta and squeeze of lemon and they gave plenty of pieces of bacon for the 3.50 surcharge. The prosciutto toastie kind of let me down a little and just tasted like a normal sandwich with pickled onions. I wouldn't order it again. Service was good and they were very accommodating with letting us move to a table near an outlet. read more

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On a lazy Monday, I decided to revisit one of my old faves in the heart of the city - Brew! It looks a bit different than from what I remember, as I havn't actually been here in a few months. All the staff have changed, and they have full table service and more seating now. I really need to switch up my sleeping schedule! Since I woke up late, I was hungry, so I went for the chicken and pesto sanger (sandwich, for those of you who don't speak Oz) and the chai latte, which I used to really love. I say used to, because today it was quite disappointing! The chai latte wasn't infused one bit and it pretty much tasted like milk. That makes me so sad because I used to love their Nine Owls Chai! Sadly, I wouldn't go for it again since I've discovered places like Banneton and The Burrow! Their panini style sandwich was good and really filling, and as always, I like the bread that they use. The portion is pretty generous compared to some places, and there's a nice thick slab of cheese amidst the chicken and rocket. The textures of the ingredients go well together, and for a sandwich, I'd give it a 4/5. I have still yet to have their drinks, but . I used to think their service was pretty mediocre, and I sometimes felt pressured to leave, even though they are a cafe with interent. Their service isn't any better these days, which really discourages me from returning, especially since I've found Bean. Despite my disappointment, I still give Brew a 4/5 because it has better opening hours than any place in the city, and because they have free wi-fi, which many cafes in Brisbane are still lacking. read more

Brew - Chicken Pesto Sanger - Wine Bars Near Me - Brisbane, QLD

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I never knew exactly where this place really was. It's actually just after the 7 Eleven on Albert Street near the Rocking Horse. Yep - I have finally found and went for the first time with my family. Came here on a Sunday after the suitcase rummage. They have signs that advice about no children, but we had a baby with us and no pram so we had no problems. They had specials all day for jugs of peer and deals for food after 4pm. The meals looked so delicious coming out of the kitchen. The couches are comfortable and the music isn't too loud so there's no shouting was needed :) Will definitely try and return again for the daily deals and happy hour. read more

Got to love this underground cafe that could double up as a war bunker. It's raw and in your face style says "this is who we are, and we don't care what you think about it." Live extension cables loop from light to light like electric vines, the menu covers are old vinyl covers, my wooden chair wobbled... love it or deal with it. The staff are cool, friendly and do their job well. We were in a rush so our waiter put a word in with the kitchen and before we knew it we were being served our order. The chai latte was right on the money. I ordered scrambled eggs on sourdough toast, only issue was that I received a scrambled omelette. I love scrambled eggs, however just the smell of an omelette is enough to make me dry retch. *I'm strange, I know* Sad to say that I couldn't really eat breakfast, but the sourdough toast was still good and the tomato relish was bursting with flavour. This place deserves high praise for its excellent wait staff and it's style. We will definitely come back and try out other items on the menu. read more

I can't begin to explain just how much I love this place, from the friendly and accommodating staff that aren't afraid to have a personality to the perfectly executed non-pretentious delicious real food. This place hit every mark and exceeds them by a mile. They offer vegan and vegetarian options, a great beer and cider selection and their takeaway haloumi bagels are a MUST do on your way out! This place is located down a seedy alley way that you might walk past, don't make the mistake of doing so, it's well worth the venture down to check it out. I almost don't want to leave this review because I don't want this place to get busier, it's my secret gem! read more

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Where to start?! Brew is my favourite happening place at the moment. After walking around the city after my exam on a Saturday, I was looking for a cute place to grab brunch with a friend and after failing to find something slightly appetizing she took me to Brew. I have never felt so in love with a cafe/ restaurant/bar in a while and I definitely was getting flash backs to my trips to Melbourne. Brew is tucked away down an alleyway, relatively hard to find if you're not aware of its location however, this doesn't stop it from being extremely popular. We were lucky to get a nice seat inside though it can get pretty busy and I can see there being a bit of a wait to go in depending on what time you go. The menu is reasonably priced and delicious. Plenty of options for all types plus they make awesome coffee. I ended up settling on the smashed avocado on ciabatta with a side of bacon (bit of a bacon fan) which did not disappoint. The avocado had a hint of lemon juice through it which was so lovely. The coffee was great too - you can tell they use quality beans. The only criticism I have for "Brew" is that we waited over 45 minutes for our food which to me is ridiculous when it's smashed avocado on toast with bacon... I understand they were busy but there needs to be better management in the kitchen. I know they get busy but they need to keep this in mind and potentially employ more chefs. I would definitely go back here again but if they continued with this super slow service it would definitely be a bit of a turn off... With that being said, just make sure you're in good copy where the conversation can be endless! I was lucky I was with a good friend so the time flew past but it would definitely be awkward if you were in a rush or with someone you wanted to escape from and you have to wait excessive amounts of time for simple food... Definitely check it out if you're into Indie, hipster, modern style cafes and places :) read more

Brew - Smashed avocado on ciabatta with a side of bacon - Wine Bars Near Me - Brisbane, QLD

RUDE BARISTA/manager. I went in for a take away coffee but said I might sit for a while. The very nice woman at the counter said they had a policy about not doing this. I explained I would only be there a short while. The gruff barista/manager growled at her " just give it to him!" Bad behavior toward her and customer ( this one is no longer one) read more

One of my long time faves! Brew was one of the first laneway pioneers in Brisbane CBD, I have watched Brew evolve from a coffee cart down an alley into a full on awesome cafe by day and underground bar by night. Have loved it all the way through it's journey so far and am confidant that I will continue to do so. Coffee is their own blend from their roastery Little Brew in Paddington. Always good quality and they never burn the milk! Not sure why people bitch about the food - I've only ever been served tasty awesomeness. Brew has a brunch/grazing menu from early AM to 3pm and a tapas type menu for the PM - get the sliders people! And who doesn't love a place that has a wide beer & cider selection and also serves a decent cocktail?! Regularly bringing in new brews on tap for your tasting pleasure and trying out new cocktail recipes the Brew team does it up right. I have also always appreciated the regularly rotating artworks by local artists that are displayed on the walls. Even though what's on display is not always my thing supporting the local talent always gets a thumbs up. read more

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Everyone kept telling me that, "you just have to go to BREW - you will love it". After hearing this a dozen times in half a dozen days I decided to stop being so stubborn and just go. For reasons unknown to me I tend to resist people's recommendations for a period of time before eventually capitulating. Please note I am aware of the irony that I am writing a recommendation for you right now. Initially I had a hard time finding BREW. Eventually I stumbled upon the dark alleyway that my friend had described to me close to Rocking Horse Records. Throwing aside everything that I knew about dark alleyways I plunged into BREW. I have to admit I was immediately taken in by BREW's "look"; the mismatched furniture, the clashing curtains and cement, the milk crates used to create coffee tables, playing cards used as order numbers, the service staff forsaken by their own beauty, I loved it all! I cannot give you an honest critique on the coffee I drank, as I was still dizzy from the sheer "indie-ness" of it all. This being said, I'm sure the coffee was somewhere between above average and "wowza". With this in mind, the atmosphere was still quite intimate. I felt comfortable to have a whine with my friend about whatever personal drama I was dealing with and vice versa. Oh yes! And they serve wine. I spotted a wine and cheese platter that serves two for $50! As it was the middle of the day I decided that it would be in my best interest to remain sober for a few more hours at least; however wine and cheese there remains at the top of my 'to-do' list. I have to admit that my friends were right recommending BREW to me. I absolutely adored the vibe that underpinned my entire experience at BREW. There is the sense however that BREW is perfectly aware of its own image and joyfully wears this calculation on its sleeve. In other words, they know their cool and they know you feel cool being there. BREW still seems to be in the phase of being profoundly trendy before inevitably being swamped by posers or worse, high school kids. My recommendation: get in fast, before it becomes over-brewed. read more

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Brewed! This pub/bar is quite a cool place. I entered through the alley on Lower Burnett Lane last night. There was live music which was very impressive considering it was local talent from what I could gather. A bit of impromptu comedy thrown in between songs doesn't hurt either. The drinks were reasonably priced and the atmosphere is very cool. Will definitely be coming back to chill out here in future. read more

Brew - Alley entrance - Wine Bars Near Me - Brisbane, QLD

As usual, my Mid-Morning Un-Caffeinated Brain Fatigue (more commonly known as MUBF to those who also suffer from the crippling disease) is in full swing. In dangerous haze of uncertainty and hopelessness, somewhat bordering on delusion, I find myself staggering down a dark, underground alleyway emitting the familiar aromas of what I can only describe as heaven-sent. I find myself standing on faux turf gazing at bare lights dangling from the ceiling. I have struck liquid gold. This is Brew, where a young crowd hunker down over crates or sink into couches equipped with steaming cups of the house blend - Di Bella Nero. It is not just the coffee that packs a punch, but the baristas-cum-bartenders are in a world of their own. None of that pretentious coffee snobbery here - they chat to you like you've known them for years and have some pretty interesting insights to the range of craft beers they stock. Yes you read that correctly - not only does this place serve up a mean cup o' Joe, but tunnelling further underneath Queen St Mall is a small-stocked but intriguing bar. Anything from a range of five different cold-drip espresso martinis through to local craft beers such as My Wife's Bitter can be found in this underground beverage oasis. Or if you are after something from the grape variety, there are a selection of wines, which pair well with Spanish meatballs ($14) and an array of other tapas on offer. If you make your way down on a random afternoon, you may encounter speed poets, live bands or a movie projected onto the brick wall. Oh and be sure to nab a couch and espresso martini early - the space fills up quickly on a Friday night. read more

Brew - A long black in the subdued underground oasis - Wine Bars Near Me - Brisbane, QLD

Yes Brew. For your quick pick-me-up, look -I'm-so-underground needs. To be fair, the coffee is pretty good, a lot better than most places you will find in the city. And in the evenings you can get alcohol while STILL sitting underground and feeling super hipster. Yay! And no, the staff are no snobby or pretentious- if you are a hipster as well. You have been warned. read more

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My housemate told me he thought Brew was like a backpacker hostel and I was mortally offended at that comment. But my other friend made a comment that it smelled like Three Monkeys, which gave a familiar vibe to the place before I even settled into it. I must say, having been down lower Burnett Lane when it was just the place that held the bins for Boost, I'm impressed with what they've done with it, and I quite like Brew. Having hopped from Super Whatnot down to Brew, I was a little indignant that they charged $8.50 for a Pipsqueak cider when Super Whatnot only charges $7, but hey, what's $1.50 in hindsight I guess. I thought Brew was just a little place with milk crates for seats, but that was before I walked over the astroturf and wandered into the heart of the place; the 'backpacker' part, if you will, that features faux leather couches and tables that remind me of a grade 12 trip to Perisher Blue. There are far too many stairs for those of us who are in heels and far too wobbly to be tackling such obstacles. So rude. And by far too many, I mean about 5 in total. So rude. Normally I wouldn't comment on the bathrooms of a venue and there really was nothing special about the bathrooms here either, but I found it quite amusing that someone had scrawled on the back of the girls' bathroom door a message that said (removing the profanity) "This place is awesome. They short change you though, watch out". I saw this after I had bought my drink and thrown away all my money however, so I'm not sure about the level of truth in that statement. Nonetheless, I feel like the inside of Brew is kind of like a den, and I think it would be a really great place to bring a group of friends for a function where you can take over the whole space. I like it, and I don't think it looks like a backpacker hostel. And when I was paying attention, I realised they were playing Foals in the background. Tick of approval. read more

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Been this place several times and every single time I come I've never disappoint! I've tried many things on the menu, many drinks, and every time they are always great! The service here is very good and all the staff members are very knowledgeable of the menu and make very good recommendations. It's a little difficult to find because it's Tucktaway in an alley but it's cozy environment and unique style really make it a great visit! I'd highly suggest coming here for a great meal with great people read more

Really hard to find but when you eventually make it through the front door all the worrying has been for a good cause! Great vibe and amazing food. The avo on rye is most definitely a good way to start your day. read more

I'm not a coffee drinker. When it comes to brunching, I leave all decisions to the coffee drinkers in the group. That's how we ended up tucked down an alleyway, seated at the end of a wide table on a late Sunday morning. There we were, leaning so far over the table to catch what the other person was saying amidst the noise, that we brunched and yoga all in one. In spite of our efforts, the conversation died pretty fast as we all tucked into our phones waiting for service. There are only so many times you can nod and smile, pretending to catch the third repetition of an answer. Eventually, we ordered, and the food was, to their merit, quick in arriving despite the crowd. Sadly, the food left a lot to be desired. Especially at that price point. I'm never a fan of fancily mixed ingredients. I wanted something fairly straightforward for brunch, and didn't find it on their menu. As a picky eater, my choices were limited. I know I wasn't the only one struggling to make a decision. It's never a great experience when you 'bah hambug' your choice off a menu, only to have your lukewarm expectations met... That said, the coffee was apparently great. And the servers were charismatic. read more

Good vibe for breakfast, I'm looking forward to coming back later to have a beer too. For a solo customer they were quick to take my order and food came out just as quick. Coffee had a good kick which most cafes haven't lately. I got the Brew Bene, great twist on the eggs benedict. I walked away happily full and satisfied great breaky spot. Cheers read more

Tucked down an alley in the city is Brew bar, cafe by day, bar by night. We had coffee and breakfast. I had a bacon and egg bagel, it had double everything and was very tasty. My husband had savoury mince which was huge, served in a paella pan, heaps but f savoury mince, potato and egg with thick toast. It's a great spot! read more

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I always enjoy going to brew it's always an adventure! Down the ally, past the first lot of kitchen and chairs and onto the dark but funky bar. I've had some food here, was really good especially breakfast is something special !!! Although I must warn you breakfast options the one I selected was huge and I Pretty much walked in and waddled out LOL! :) read more

Secretly tucked away down the end of inner city Burnett lane, you enter through an astroturfed area to this amazing hipster-ish, dark and dingy bar. It has a slightly uni-bar atmosphere though, which may put some off. Not intended for yuppies. Brew is supremely cool, and I like to tell friends about it and take them there to impress them about how cool I am to know about it. That sentence is extraordinarily confusing. The music here is always awesome, you want the girls and boys behind the bar to be your friend, and there are always cool arty bits hanging on the walls. The food here is basic, but always good, and they stock T2 teas which are looseleaf. Its very important to me to not be served a teabag! My only gripe is the use of DiBella coffee beans, of which I am not a fan at all, but the coffees are always made well. read more

I've been to Brew several times before, and it's a great place to bring my clients when we meet in the CBD. It's secluded, quiet, and the atmosphere is a great mix of creative arts meets shady pines with a shot of Brisbane apathy. This time around, I found myself looking for a good breakfast on the Queen / Albert intersection area. I had 'the big breakfast', and was surprised at the quality. Well made, the flavours were excellent, the haloumi serve was humongous. All it needed was a little chilli jam, and it'd nail that 5'th star. Free WiFi upon request, and a rad music playlist including some hilarious live swedish pop. read more

I never would have discovered Brew without the help of yelp. In true brisbane style and can-do attitude of utilizing every forsaken alleyway, brew is my ultimate alleyway gem. Solid coffee and great food. The service is a bit slow but at least you're always greeted with a smile. For a delicious nibble I recommend the fries, generously dusted with truffle magic. And for breakfast they were nice enough to create something for me that wasn't even on the menu. I mean come on! read more

Brew - Frowny face chorizo and eggs complete with watercress mustache. Frown on plate. Smile on face. - Wine Bars Near Me - Brisbane, QLD

This is the best thing you can discover in an alleyway. I'm so happy that I discovered this place and actually walked in the alleyway that day.. It's a hidden hipster gem. It deserves 5-star for ambiance and service, and 4 star for food. The waiter was so awesome and helpful. I love the energetic spirit the waiter had. They have artwork on the wall that are fun and interesting.. The food was good but I've had better. I wouldn't rave about this place about the food but it's worth every penny too. read more

BREW is like that classmate in a group assignment who isn't necessarily the smartest, but they always turn up on time and don't suck to be around. The fact that it is open early everyday is ideal for people who don't work a typical 9-5. On more than one occasion I have found myself at a loss in the city, trying to find decent coffee, until i remember reliable lil' BREW, tucked away in Burnett Lane. This also sets it apart from heaps of coffee shops in the CBD who close on Sundays (why?) The atmosphere is inviting and trendy. Good if you enjoy sitting on crates and eating in the dark. The coffee is consistently good. Not the best in the city, but very very far from the worst. I've never had to wait too long for a coffee to-go. BREW also turns into a cool bar at night with a solid selection of craft beverages. One of the best alcoholic ginger beers I've ever had was here. I feel like BREW is a Brisbane right-of-passage. It may not be everyones first preference, but if it was gone it would be surely missed. read more

Three stars for the coffee and the atmosphere. So I came here to try the salmon on bagel everyone is talking about, unfortunately they ran out of bagel so I had to go with the chicken sandwich. The chicken had a rotten taste, dark in colour, and there were large pieces of skin too. The cheese was tasteless. On the other hand the bread was fresh and absolutely to die for.. I wonder, why don't you have a simple menu of sandwiches? .. You don't have to go the extra mile to keep the costumer, you have everything else working well for you. read more

Brew - Chicken sandwich and a cappuccino - Wine Bars Near Me - Brisbane, QLD

We were looking for an 'off the mall' place for breakfast and came across Brew not far from our hotel. We were greeted warmly and informed that "because everyone turned up around the same time, food could take 20 to 40 mins". Surely not... but it was worse. I counted the customers - 16 including us, and many of them were only ordering coffees. And there were three wait staff. Hardly busy. We ordered simple menu items: muesli and a bagel but by the time 45 mins had elapsed, and the majority of customers had left, we were still sitting waiting for our food. I wouldn't have been so angry if a staff member had approach us at all during this time but it was clear that no one was monitoring the tables. I got the attention of a staff member and explained our excessive wait, and the fact that another couple arrived after us and were already eating. She apologised and investigated, claiming the printer had not printed out docket, she offered us complimentary drinks and our food arrived quickly. The food was tasty and we were pleased to have eventually eaten there. Just a shame about the lack of monitoring customers at tables. I'm unsure if I'd be back again. read more

Hipster - Indie - Underground. Whatever you call it, it's a hidden gem that can't be missed or can it? Brew is a pretty eclectic place where it's literally hidden inside an alleway on Queen Street mall. My friend and I had some problem finding this place but after some time, we got there! Just look for the 7-11, and it's right there! I was looking for a casual lunch place on a Sunday and Brew came up. I wanted something a little different and new, so I was just like 'why not?' Keep in mind though that kitchen for lunch will close at 3pm even though technically they don't close until 4pm. In addition, the toasted sandwiches were not available for order because apparently it's only for Saturday (?). I ordered the smoked salmon dish with a hot chocolate. The smoked salmon dish was great as it was served on toasted bread, with garlic aioli sauce, capers, and rocket garnishing. The hot chocolate though could've been better and am disappointed that I even tried it. The interior is very hipster in that the lighting is pretty low and seating is low to the ground with couches, pillows, crates, etc. The crowd that was there definitely were the younger people. read more

I love this place, like vely atmosphere and very polite and helpful staff. Efficient service.

Possibly the only place in the CBD where you can get a coffee (and it's a pretty damn good one at that) after hours. Echo chamber acoustics will deter those who prefer their inside voice. read more

Hidden down an unassuming laneway off Albert street, Brew is undoubtedly one of the city's finest hipster hangouts. This place serves up great coffee and breakfast, but is open all day to keep you fed and watered into the evening. While being a popular haunt for the people of Brisbane, Brew's tucked-away location, as well as its mood lighting and decor, makes you feel like you've stumbled upon a unique gem. I mostly utilise Brew for take-away coffee on the way to work, though I've had evening drinks here as well, and it's been just as great each visit. They serve up breakfast and lunch daily, and are open late for dinner and drinks Wednesday to Saturday. There's something to suit most tastes here, and the rotating specials are worth a look. It's often hard to find a "cool" cafe/bar where the staff are actually friendly, but Brew's crew come through with the goods in this respect. No snootiness here. Try out Brew for a leisurely brunch date, or perhaps a drink with that friend from Sydney who claims that Brisbane "just doesn't have as much culture". read more

I never would have found Brew if a friend hadn't shown it to me. I only followed him down that dark alley, late at night, because I was already pretty drunk and he seemed to know where he was going. It has since become one of my favourite hangout spots for a beer and it has been popular with all the friends I've taken there - once they get over the whole "why are we going down this alley?" thing. It is a popular spot and also pretty cramped, so I recommend you get there early in the evening and claim your seats if you plan to make a night of it. My major complaint is the atmosphere tends to get a little warm and funky - not in a good way - presumably because it's underground and poorly ventilated. read more

This was my second visit. First one lasted all of 30 seconds when we walked in but found it was too small to get a seat on a Friday evening. BREW is a little hole in the wall place. The drinks and some food seem to be vaguely Spanish influenced, but there's plenty of better places for that Spanish feel. Saturday night and it was reasonably quiet. Our large group fit in quite comfortably, music wasn't too loud, and drinks were expensive, but where aren't they these days? We bypassed the entry area where a guy was playing on an acoustic guitar and headed deeper inside. Don't be fooled. It's not just the tiny area you see down the alleyway, there's a door to a long cave like area inside. I ordered the haloumi. You can't get haloumi wrong, right? Wrong. So oily it was like they deep fried it. It was essentially tasteless, except for the taste of oil. But over all, I was having a good night. Often it's the company that makes it. Then the bagpipes began. Keep in mind this is a very small, closed in space. The bagpipes were FAR too loud. As in permanent hearing damage loud. Look. They're a great novelty. After 30 seconds everyone was over it. But they kept going and going. Then started another song. And another. And another. Numerous people got up and left. The company I was there to enjoy were just sitting silently; no one could be heard over the din. Pro tip for bag pipe players. People aren't applauding your playing, they're applauding because you stopped playing. Eventually I gave up and bid farewell to my companions. Fortunately while I made a pit stop they appeared to finally finish, so I ended up staying longer. I'm feeling exceedingly generous, so BREW gets two stars. Mainly because I had such good company. The horrible food and bagpipes destroyed the place for me, otherwise I may have rated a lot higher. Don't eat the food, and if the bagpipes turn up (I have no idea if this is a regular thing or not) get out (They're in for the long haul) and you just may have a good night here. read more

I really love this little place. I would love it if the fact that it's hidden in an alley meant that you didn't have to fight for a seat, but alas everybody else has discovered how good it is too. Excellent atmosphere, great drink selection, really great wines. I would like it to be cheaper, but really I'd like it to be free, so I won't go there. DRINK HERE. ALL THE TIME. read more