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The Wickham
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The Wickham

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Brisbane, Australia
4.1
1,911 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

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Peter
Peter

a month 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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Omono Totsugeki
Omono Totsugeki

5 months ago

The food is consistently good, but the drinks feel on the expensive side these days. In the past, there was always something happening, which gave the place a lively atmosphere. Over the last couple of years, though, it seems to have slipped a little. I stopped in recently and it was a nice trip down memory lane, but it also reminded me why I tend to drink elsewhere now. Overall, it’s still pleasant enough, just no longer a regular stop for me.

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Lobby007
Lobby007

2 years ago

Only been the once and the service was pretty average from the bar. The food service was fine though. The beer garden looked good and the general feel is quite good. Open to all and everyone but obviously has a speciality customer base but in no way did this vibe make anyone uncomfortable. And yes, in this era I was trying to make the point without offending anyone!

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Ashton Parson
Ashton Parson

3 weeks ago

Hi! My name is parson james I was in country for a show and I can’t even say enough how safe and taken care of I felt here. Beautiful food. Beautiful service. I genuinely think this is the gem of Brisbane.

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Salem Bruhwiller
Salem Bruhwiller

a month ago

Legit my favourite place to go to in the valley. I love it here. Great vibe! Shout out to Nyx! She really knows how to make a drink! And let’s not forget she’s so the vibe!

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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
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Brisbane › Australia