As Wicked the Musical takes the stage at QPAC, your favourite South Bank and South Brisbane eateries and bars are ready to enchant you with fabulous, show-inspired specials! From vibrant cocktails that pay homage to Elphaba and Glinda, to mouth-watering dishes crafted with a touch of magic. Whether you’re looking for a pre-show feast or a post-show treat, these hotspots have got you covered.
Rydges South Bank
The path may not be paved with yellow brick but if you follow the road just beyond QPAC, you’ll land upon Bacchus Restaurant where you can indulge in a thrillifying high tea. You’ll be treated to zesty key lime tarts, tropical pandan slices, and buttery madeleines. Savour the rich chocolate caramel, or dive into savoury delights like the truffle egg pillow and crispy sweet potato croquettes.
Over at Soleil Pool Bar, sip on The Good Witch cocktail, a refreshing mix of Tanqueray Gin, watermelon, lemon juice, and cucumber. Pair this with the pre-show mezze platter to get into the wicked spirit. Want to make it an even more unforgettable night? Book the Wicked Stay & Play package, complete with accommodation, A-reserve tickets, and so much more.
QPAC’s QBAR
‘No one mourns the Wicked!’ but you can keep the magic alive long after the curtain falls at QPAC’s QBAR. Every Friday and Saturday, pop by the ground-level bar for a taste of enchantment with bespoke WICKED cocktails like Elphaba’s Elixir (a Japanese Slipper twist) and Glinda’s Glamour (a playful Pink Lady). Pre-show, sip on your seasonal and classic cocktail favourites.
Midtown Bar
You’re sure to be dancing down Fish Lane to Midtown when you see their enchanting trio of show-inspired martinis. Start with the Emerald Elixir, a vibrant Midori creation that will whisk you away to the heart of the Emerald City. Next, indulge in the Twisted Spell, a gin-based delight with a touch of mystery and charm. And for a sweet finale, experience the Defying Gravity, a decadent dessert cocktail with the rich, irresistible flavour of salted caramel bliss that’s sure to lift your spirits.
Chu the Phat
Experience the magic of Wicked before the curtain rises! Channel your inner Elphaba with the No Good Deed cocktail, a bewitching blend of vanilla vodka, Midori, and green-apple liqueur, topped with a blackberry garnish for a touch of drama. Pair it with a pre-theatre banquet, perfectly timed to ensure you won’t miss a minute of the show.
Birds Nest
Get ready for a taste of enchantment at Bird’s Nest! The venue is bringing us the Wicked Slipper—a dazzling potion of Midori, triple sec, and zesty lemon, finished with a butterfly pea rim and a maraschino cherry. It’s a sip straight from the Emerald City, perfect for any Oz-inspired adventure to come.
Southside
Dive into a whimsical world of flavours at Southside! Enjoy their take on an Emerald Elixir, featuring a vibrant mix of Spiced Havana Club, dry curaçao, pandan orgeat, and fresh lime juice. If you’re feeling a bit peckish, they also have Kiamo Ko dumplings—deliciously green and full of flavour, they’re a perfect nod to the Land of Oz.
South Bank
Get ready for a spellbinding pre-Wicked feast across South Bank! Start at Baba Ganouj with a spicy green cucumber marg and hand-rolled vine leaves for a wickedly fresh combo. Over at Poca Madre, sip on the Co Kiwi Marg and dive into their Salmon Cocido with green pilaf rice—it’s as green as it gets.
For something lighter, Ma Pa Me’s coconut chicken salad, packed with zesty lime and chilli, is the perfect pre-show bite. Meat lovers can indulge at Calida with a juicy rib eye and green chimichurri, topped off with a stunning guava mousse dessert. Snack lovers, don’t miss Harajuku Gyoza’s garlic edamame and matcha Mont Blanc cheesecake, while Barbossa’s green Elphaba’s Elixir cocktail and $20 pizza deal is a must.
Hot tip: Be sure to show your Wicked ticket for exclusive discounts too!
If we haven’t convinced you already, these venues are clearly a must-visit for before or after your trip to see Wicked the Musical. Make your experience a thrillifying one and book in your pre- or post- wicked sips and snacks now.
