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The Wickham
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The Wickham

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Brisbane, Australia
4.1
1,970 reviews

Neighbourhood

Brisbane

Category

Bars

Vibe

Cocktails, Drag Show +5

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About The Wickham

The Wickham, nestled in Brisbane's Fortitude Valley, has been a cornerstone of the city's LGBTQIA+ scene since the 1970s. Established in 1885, this heritage-listed venue underwent a significant $3.1 million renovation in 2023, blending its historic charm with modern flair. The revamped beer garden is a highlight, featuring eclectic décor and a vibrant atmosphere. Patrons can enjoy live music, burlesque performances, and drag shows on the weather-proof stage, ensuring entertainment regardless of the weather. Inside, The Peacock Room pays homage to the venue's iconic peacock, Frankie, with vintage furnishings and local artwork. Upstairs, The Garland Room hosts touring DJs and performers, offering a dynamic nightlife experience. The menu caters to diverse tastes, featuring stone-baked pizzas, share plates like fried halloumi, and classic mains such as chicken parmigiana and chargrilled steaks. Vegetarian and vegan options are plentiful, and the dog-friendly policy includes a dedicated menu for canine companions. Open seven days a week from 10 am until late, The Wickham continues to be a welcoming space for all, upholding its legacy as a proud supporter of Brisbane's LGBTQIA+ community.

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The Wickham

The Wickham, Wickham Street, Fortitude Valley Brisbane, QLD, Australia

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4.0

1,970 reviews

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    4.1
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    4.3
  • Yelp
    3.6

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Peter
Peter

3 months ago

Came here for the first time recently. Was an enjoyable afternoon of drag shows, music and dancing with friends. Been a few more times since my original review. Have had some food now too. Decent quality and value. However I can't raise my review any higher than 4 stars with the bathroom situation. Always long waits at busy events, with some out of order cubicles at the moment and many others having various types of repair needs. While this is unfortunately common in venues in the area its still a detractor. More urinals may eleviate some of the wait time, or potentially some major renovations to combine and reformat the 2 all gender bathrooms that are side by side and divided by a wall to fit in more cubicles in a more spacewise way.

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Xander Halfen
Xander Halfen

a month ago

This is such a beautiful spot to hang and chill out. The staff are so welcoming and friendly. The food is also so good as well as the drinks, they just hit the spot.

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Trey Rogers
Trey Rogers

a month ago

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ It was my first time at the Wickham Hotel, and I had such a great experience! The atmosphere was amazing, and the staff were all so friendly and welcoming, making me feel right at home. A special mention to KC, one of the security staff. She was incredibly professional, friendly, and always had a smile on her face. It was lovely meeting her—she really stood out and made a great impression. I'll definitely be back and would highly recommend the Wickham Hotel to anyone looking for a great night out in Brisbane!

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The steak MELTED in my mouth it was so delicious. I also brought my dog and the staff treated him so nicely. I ordered him the meatballs off the puppy menu and he loved it! Such a beautiful little pub

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Meto Uelese
Meto Uelese

2 months ago

J from the start was the cutest, they were so so lovely and friendly. The service they provided was so heartwarming, I felt so safe and that I was in the right spot. Their chat and conversations were beautifully genuine and heartfelt, it was like I was talking to a family friend. They were so understanding and accommodating when one of the members of my group was a bit intense and offered support and genuine concern. I have always loved coming to the Wickham but after my experience tonight, I want to come back more if I am being served by J. I would recommend this place 100000x times more after my experience tonight because of J

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Kelly B.

Kelly B.

7 Jun 2019

Disclaimer: I've only been here twice. And only for the Pub Quiz on Thursday nights. That being said, they were 2 of my favorite and most memorable nights...

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David S.

David S.

19 Jun 2020

Now, this pub was really cool. It is basically one of those inner-city pubs that I absolutely adore. Honestly, I'm not even sure if I can actually fault...

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Michelle P.

Michelle P.

19 May 2022

Great place to meet friends have a nice meal and just relax. A long standing gay friendly venue which my partner and I always enjoy.

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Last updated
1 December 2024
Listed in
Brisbane › Australia
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