
Pig 'N' Whistle King George Square
A central CBD pub on King George Square — 3.8 stars from 1,600-plus reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
Pig ‘N’ Whistle King George Square brings a distinctly British pub style to Brisbane’s CBD, directly opposite Brisbane City Hall. Its traditional interior is paired with alfresco dining, making it suited to an after-work drink, a city meal or a catch-up near the centre of Brisbane. The venue is close to King George Square Bus Station and within walking distance of Central Station, which adds to its convenience for local workers, visitors and groups meeting in the CBD.
The kitchen focuses on hearty pub food with British classics alongside Modern Australian influences. The menu includes beer-battered fish and chips with mushy peas and tartare sauce, Beef and Guinness Pie with colcannon mash, Homemade Lincolnshire Sausages with Yorkshire pudding, and Middlesbrough Chicken Parmo. There are also burgers, premium steaks using Queensland-produced Black Angus beef, salads, seafood and several pudding options. A kids menu is available, while vegetarian, gluten-free and dairy-free markers are provided across the menu. The venue notes that food may contain nuts, gluten and shellfish, so diners with allergies should check directly before ordering.
Live sport is a major part of the offering, with the venue promoting a lively setting for English football, AFL and NRL, as well as other scheduled matches. That makes it a natural choice for sports fans who want to watch games alongside fellow supporters. The broader space is also set up for cocktail parties, corporate functions, birthday celebrations and engagement parties, giving larger groups a dedicated option beyond the regular dining area.
For a straightforward CBD pub experience, the venue covers several occasions without relying on a single style: a quick meal, a longer session with friends, a sports gathering or a private celebration. Its British-inspired menu, transport-friendly location, outdoor seating and event facilities make it particularly relevant to city workers, groups and visitors looking for a pub close to King George Square.
Practical details
Opening hours
Open now- Monday
- 10:00 – 23:00
- TuesdayToday
- 10:00 – 23:00
- Wednesday
- 10:00 – 23:00
- Thursday
- 10:00 – 23:00
- Friday
- 10:00 – 23:30
- Saturday
- 11:00 – 23:30
- Sunday
- 11:00 – 21:30
Menu
View the latest menu directly from the venue.
Open menuSpot Score
- Reputation
- 52
- Popularity
- 98
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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