Antico
48 Burnett Lane, Brisbane
anticobar.com.au
This is the newcomer to the Brisbane bar scene from the Cuattro Group (well-known personality Martin Lange, Wiebke Lange, Belinda Ward and Blake Ward) who brought us Dr Gimlette.
Antico strips everything right back, putting a large emphasis on classic cocktails in an intimate space. The quaint, little bar in the heart of the city is all about the aperitivo bar vibe found in the cities and towns of Italy.
“Given the owners’ cocktailing pedigree, the menu is top-notch, with unique variations of classic cocktails, with local, fresh ingredients sourced from across Brisbane. On top of the signature Negroni, Antico’s cocktail list will consist of 10 cocktails that will be rotated bi-monthly.”
The 50-seat venue has an open-plan layout with an elegantly lit split-level space. As you ascend down the stairs from the street level, diners are greeted by the arched wooden backbar that is reminiscent of a classic Italian hotel lobby bar. A hand-crafted black and white mosaic fills the main floor, with the marble bar top sparkling under the centerpiece of a gold chandelier.
Given the owners’ cocktailing pedigree, the menu is top-notch, with unique variations of classic cocktails, with local, fresh ingredients sourced from across Brisbane. On top of the signature Negroni, Antico’s cocktail list will consist of 10 cocktails that will be rotated bi-monthly. Alongside the drink menu, a range of Italian bar snacks including burrata and bruschetta will be offered, to compliment the selection of beer, wine and exclusive high-end spirits that are available for guests.
Antico is open every day from 4pm. Walk-ins only.
