Sunbar

Ph: 3257 4999; 367 Brunswick St, FORTITUDE VALLEY 4006

Eclectic, $$
Open Tue-Sun 5pm-2am; Licensed; AE, BC, DC, MC, V

Mietta's Review
A big cool modern bar with a small menu around the corner from the Family. The mod Oz food comes from young chef, Simon Armstrong. Lots of different spaces to satisfy every mood from dining at white clothed tables to a martini lounge via the bar. Groovy. In 06 mains averaged $27.

Other published opinions

Courier Mail Food and Wine Guide 2009 Queensland "Although this once prestigious venue now allows people not wearing Gucci in the door, it remains one of Fortitude Valley's glitzier drinking spots"

Courier Mail food and wine guide Queensland 2008 "Named for its links to the old Sun newspaper, this bar is a must for those wanting the true Valley nightlife experience"

Courier-Mail Good Life Restaurant Guide 2006 "The home of the former newspaper The Sun, the Sunbar Restaurant Lounge is underneath a unit redevelopment in the heart of Fortitude Valley. The edgy interior is divided into spaces that vary from a stand-up or sitdown bar overlooking Brunswick St to a white-clothed, modern Australian dining area."

Brisbane News Eating Out Guide 2006 "Headed by chef Simon Armstrong, this Valley hotspot boasts a new menu with an emphasis on seafood and game meats."

Courier-Mail Goodlife Restaurant Guide 05 "Once the home of journalists on The Sun newspapers, this is now a multi-dimensional venue with the interior divided into spaces that vary from white-clothed, modern Australian dining to an intimate martini lounge serving eclectic mini dishes and taste plates until 1am."

Gourmet Traveller Australian Restaurant Guide 2005 Best bars "great food and wine list, with quieter small rooms and great spaces for hanging out."

Brisbane News Dining Out Guide 2004 "Talented young chef Adam Melonas has been impressing diners with innovative cuisine like Monte Cristo (Cuban cigar) smoked venison at this hip restaurant which towers over Brunswick St."

The Courier Mail, goodlife, 24/2/04, Lizzie Loel,Food 15/20, Wine 14/20, Service 15/20, Ambience 15/20,'The main menu has a structured feel with a strong leaning towards porcini and truffle-infused Euro-chic...The wine list has some interesting little gems...Service is personal and professional...a modern, multi-dimension entertainment experience with edgy decor and a great ambience.'

Brisbane News, 30/7-5/8/2003, Alison Walsh