Toscano Bar & Kitchen

Toscano Bar & Kitchen brings South Italian food and cocktail culture to Brisbane CBD, in a central Edward Street location opposite the Botanic Gardens. The venue describes itself as a modern Italian cocktail bar and restaurant, with a focus on traditional culinary influences from southern Italy alongside a carefully developed wine and cocktail list. Its Google rating is 4.7 from 1,125 reviews.

One of the venue’s signature offerings is panuozzo, a traditional Neapolitan dish highlighted by Toscano as a point of difference. The broader menu is described as including handmade pastas, risottos, wood-fired pizzas, classic Italian desserts, share plates and salads, with vegetarian and vegan choices also available. The drinks side centres on classic and signature cocktails, supported by a wine selection sourced from regions around the world. Staff are available to help guests choose a wine based on their preferences.

The setting is designed for both casual drinks and longer meals, with high ceilings and a vibrant, stylish feel. Toscano also positions itself as a place for after-work drinks, weekend lunches, social catch-ups and romantic celebrations. Its cocktail team is described as passionate and professionally trained, while the venue’s emphasis on warm Italian hospitality gives the space a distinctly dining-and-drinks focus rather than being simply a bar.

For larger occasions, Toscano offers flexible function spaces that can be reserved as a dedicated area or booked for exclusive use. The venue lists corporate meetings, conferences, birthdays, engagement parties, wedding receptions and other celebrations among the events it accommodates, with a dedicated events team to help plan the occasion. Private dining areas are also available for business lunches and conversations requiring more privacy. Whether you are meeting colleagues, organising a group celebration or settling in for Italian food and cocktails with friends, Toscano’s central Brisbane setting and adaptable spaces make it suited to a range of occasions.