Guidebook for Ashgrove
Essentials
Woolworths Ashgrove
16 Ashgrove AveComprehensive good quality supermarket open 7 days a week.
Goodlife Health Clubs
Wickham StreetGuest visitor passes available.
Ashgrove Dental
240 Ashgrove AveLocal dentist only 5 minutes' walk away.
Commonwealth Bank
This bank has at least 3 ATMs as well.
Shopping
It's a friendly family-owned store specialising in fresh fruit & vegetables, & bread with boutique difficult to find deli products.
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Ashgrove Fresh Fruit Market
15 Stewart RdIt's a friendly family-owned store specialising in fresh fruit & vegetables, & bread with boutique difficult to find deli products.
The local Stradbroke catch it offers includes king prawns (cooked and green headless), balmain bugs, sand crabs, mud crabs, shell oysters, bottled oysters, sea mullet, summer whiting, tailor, school and Spanish mackerel, bream, snapper and flathead. All of which is subject to availability and season. It specialises in local seafood, however, it sources market products such as fish, squid, mussels and scallops to supplement its local supply.
Rufus King Seafoods
243 Waterworks RdThe local Stradbroke catch it offers includes king prawns (cooked and green headless), balmain bugs, sand crabs, mud crabs, shell oysters, bottled oysters, sea mullet, summer whiting, tailor, school and Spanish mackerel, bream, snapper and flathead. All of which is subject to availability and season. It specialises in local seafood, however, it sources market products such as fish, squid, mussels and scallops to supplement its local supply.
The original granddaddy of antique emporiums in Brisbane, the Paddington Antique Centre had been operating from under the blue starry ceiling of the old Plaza Theatre since 1985.
The threadbare velvet curtains, faded stage valance and Juliet balconies are the perfect accessories to the extensive cache of memorabilia, toys, furniture, rugs, jewellery, clocks, furniture, weapons, musical instruments, art, lamps that are crammed into the 1929 built picture palace.
More than fifty dealers operate from the premises which regularly hosts exhibitions in the foyer.
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Empire Revival
167 Latrobe TerraceThe original granddaddy of antique emporiums in Brisbane, the Paddington Antique Centre had been operating from under the blue starry ceiling of the old Plaza Theatre since 1985.
The threadbare velvet curtains, faded stage valance and Juliet balconies are the perfect accessories to the extensive cache of memorabilia, toys, furniture, rugs, jewellery, clocks, furniture, weapons, musical instruments, art, lamps that are crammed into the 1929 built picture palace.
More than fifty dealers operate from the premises which regularly hosts exhibitions in the foyer.
Jan Powers Farmers' Market in Brisbane City is located on George St end of the Queen Street Mall, in front of the Treasury Casino at Reddacliff Place every Wednesday from 8am till 6pm! The Brisbane markets bring the country to the city with farm fresh fruit and veg, fresh juices, ginger beer, popcorn, honey, bread, biscuits, bagels, fresh pasta, hot smoked salmon, meat, seafood, small goods and of course hot foods from around the world. Each stall is hand-picked by the Jan Powers team, to showcase Brisbane’s finest fresh produce: from paella to pineapples, bagels to baklava, sausages to spices. Loyal customers come from all over Brisbane for their weekly fresh produce.
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Jan Power's Brisbane City Market
Queen StreetJan Powers Farmers' Market in Brisbane City is located on George St end of the Queen Street Mall, in front of the Treasury Casino at Reddacliff Place every Wednesday from 8am till 6pm! The Brisbane markets bring the country to the city with farm fresh fruit and veg, fresh juices, ginger beer, popcorn, honey, bread, biscuits, bagels, fresh pasta, hot smoked salmon, meat, seafood, small goods and of course hot foods from around the world. Each stall is hand-picked by the Jan Powers team, to showcase Brisbane’s finest fresh produce: from paella to pineapples, bagels to baklava, sausages to spices. Loyal customers come from all over Brisbane for their weekly fresh produce.
Parks & Nature
As the closest elevation point to the CBD, Mt Coot-tha is the place to go for a panoramic view of Brisbane and get glimpses of Moreton Bay. As you walk the observation deck, you can read a historic timeline of this iconic destination before popping a gold coin in one of the telescopes for a closer look at the suburbs below. Head there at sunrise to see the city radiate in a golden glow as day breaks, go by day for the picturesque backdrop or visit at night for a romantic fairyland of glittering city lights and starry skies. Kuta cafe offers informal dining, light refreshments, an ice-cream kiosk and souvenir shop. Summit Restaurant & bar offers fine dining. Many bush tracks to choose from.
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Mount Coot-Tha
As the closest elevation point to the CBD, Mt Coot-tha is the place to go for a panoramic view of Brisbane and get glimpses of Moreton Bay. As you walk the observation deck, you can read a historic timeline of this iconic destination before popping a gold coin in one of the telescopes for a closer look at the suburbs below. Head there at sunrise to see the city radiate in a golden glow as day breaks, go by day for the picturesque backdrop or visit at night for a romantic fairyland of glittering city lights and starry skies. Kuta cafe offers informal dining, light refreshments, an ice-cream kiosk and souvenir shop. Summit Restaurant & bar offers fine dining. Many bush tracks to choose from.
Hugging the northern side of the CBD, Roma Street Parkland and Spring Hill are iconic parts of Brisbane and its history. Roma Street Parkland, one of Brisbane’s premier parks, is considered to be one of the two best examples of contemporary display gardens in Australia. Well known by garden and plant enthusiasts for its exceptional horticultural standards, it is also an important community asset, popular visitor destination and event space for Brisbane. Spring Hill is home to the Old Windmill and Spring Hill Baths, and also plays host to a number of vibrant cafes and restaurants, making this area a unique inner-city paradise.
Tour with a knowledgeable volunteer or on the Parkland Explorer.
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羅馬街公園
1 Parkland BlvdHugging the northern side of the CBD, Roma Street Parkland and Spring Hill are iconic parts of Brisbane and its history. Roma Street Parkland, one of Brisbane’s premier parks, is considered to be one of the two best examples of contemporary display gardens in Australia. Well known by garden and plant enthusiasts for its exceptional horticultural standards, it is also an important community asset, popular visitor destination and event space for Brisbane. Spring Hill is home to the Old Windmill and Spring Hill Baths, and also plays host to a number of vibrant cafes and restaurants, making this area a unique inner-city paradise.
Tour with a knowledgeable volunteer or on the Parkland Explorer.
Walkabout Creek offers a great day out for the whole family. Visit the cafe, collect a picnic hamper and explore the network of paths on foot or by bike, go swimming or paddling in the cool waters of Enoggera Reservoir, or host an event in a private function room.
Walkabout Creek Discovery Centre and D’Aguilar National Park are managed by the Department of National Parks, Sport and Racing. For more information visit their web site at www.nprsr.qld.gov.au. The entrance to Walkabout Creek Visitor Discovery, and the Function Centre is 12 km from Brisbane city centre via Mount Nebo Road at the beginning of D’Aguilar National Park.
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Walkabout Creek Discovery Centre
60 Mount Nebo RdWalkabout Creek offers a great day out for the whole family. Visit the cafe, collect a picnic hamper and explore the network of paths on foot or by bike, go swimming or paddling in the cool waters of Enoggera Reservoir, or host an event in a private function room.
Walkabout Creek Discovery Centre and D’Aguilar National Park are managed by the Department of National Parks, Sport and Racing. For more information visit their web site at www.nprsr.qld.gov.au. The entrance to Walkabout Creek Visitor Discovery, and the Function Centre is 12 km from Brisbane city centre via Mount Nebo Road at the beginning of D’Aguilar National Park.
The City Botanic Gardens is the city's oldest park, originally planted by convicts in 1825 with food crops to feed the prison colony. These gardens include ancient trees, rainforest glades and exotic species. They run the full length of Alice Street, bordered by Parliament House on the one side and the Brisbane River's northern banks on the other. They provide a lush green haven for city workers and visitors.
There are free guided walks available from Monday to Saturdays from approximately 11.00 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. (excluding public holidays). The walks are at a gentle pace, last approximately one hour and are led by experienced, friendly Volunteer Guides.
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城市植物園
147 Alice StThe City Botanic Gardens is the city's oldest park, originally planted by convicts in 1825 with food crops to feed the prison colony. These gardens include ancient trees, rainforest glades and exotic species. They run the full length of Alice Street, bordered by Parliament House on the one side and the Brisbane River's northern banks on the other. They provide a lush green haven for city workers and visitors.
There are free guided walks available from Monday to Saturdays from approximately 11.00 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. (excluding public holidays). The walks are at a gentle pace, last approximately one hour and are led by experienced, friendly Volunteer Guides.
Stunning beaches, restaurants, cafes, entertainment parks such as Wet n Wild, Movie World, Sea World, only 1.5 hours' drive from Ashgrove.
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Gold Coast
Stunning beaches, restaurants, cafes, entertainment parks such as Wet n Wild, Movie World, Sea World, only 1.5 hours' drive from Ashgrove.
Entertainment & Activities
So much to see & do & eat at this recreational and educational facility on the banks of the Brisbane River opposite the CBD. A must visit for the water park/beach which is attended by a life-saver. A short walk or bus ride over the bridge into the city centre. Ferries & Citycats stop at 3 terminals along South Bank to take you to other tourist attractions up & down the river.
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南岸公園
Stanley Street PlazaSo much to see & do & eat at this recreational and educational facility on the banks of the Brisbane River opposite the CBD. A must visit for the water park/beach which is attended by a life-saver. A short walk or bus ride over the bridge into the city centre. Ferries & Citycats stop at 3 terminals along South Bank to take you to other tourist attractions up & down the river.
Arts & Culture
The Museum featuring science, culture & natural history exhibits specific to the Queensland region. The Sciencentre, located on Level 1 of Queensland Museum, is your destination for hands-on, interactive exhibitions exploring the role of science in our everyday lives. Terrific for families.
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昆士蘭博物館
Melbourne StreetThe Museum featuring science, culture & natural history exhibits specific to the Queensland region. The Sciencentre, located on Level 1 of Queensland Museum, is your destination for hands-on, interactive exhibitions exploring the role of science in our everyday lives. Terrific for families.
Gallery of Modern Art (QAGOMA) is located across two riverside buildings in South Bank’s Cultural Precinct. QAGOMA presents an evolving program of Australian and international exhibitions, with a focus on the contemporary art of Australia, Asia and the Pacific. GOMA Cafe Bistro offers a relaxed atmosphere beside the Brisbane River, with views of othe city and the distinctive Kurilpa Bridge. OPENING HOURS. MON-FRI 10.00am – 4.45pm. WEEKENDS 9.00am – 4.45pm.
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Gallery of Modern Art
Stanley PlaceGallery of Modern Art (QAGOMA) is located across two riverside buildings in South Bank’s Cultural Precinct. QAGOMA presents an evolving program of Australian and international exhibitions, with a focus on the contemporary art of Australia, Asia and the Pacific. GOMA Cafe Bistro offers a relaxed atmosphere beside the Brisbane River, with views of othe city and the distinctive Kurilpa Bridge. OPENING HOURS. MON-FRI 10.00am – 4.45pm. WEEKENDS 9.00am – 4.45pm.
For more than 30 years, Queensland Performing Arts Centre has showcased the best of local, national and international performing arts. QPAC is home to Queensland Theatre Company, Queensland Ballet, Queensland Symphony Orchestra and Opera Queensland. Sitting at the heart of South Bank’s Cultural Precinct, the centre has multiple venues designed for all types of performing arts including dance, music and theatre.
Dining options include: Lyrebird Restaurant, the Russell Street Wine Bar, The Cafe and The Bistro. Close to all public transport options, visitors can park at one of three convenient car parking facilities in the precinct.
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Queensland Performing Arts Centre
Melbourne StreetFor more than 30 years, Queensland Performing Arts Centre has showcased the best of local, national and international performing arts. QPAC is home to Queensland Theatre Company, Queensland Ballet, Queensland Symphony Orchestra and Opera Queensland. Sitting at the heart of South Bank’s Cultural Precinct, the centre has multiple venues designed for all types of performing arts including dance, music and theatre.
Dining options include: Lyrebird Restaurant, the Russell Street Wine Bar, The Cafe and The Bistro. Close to all public transport options, visitors can park at one of three convenient car parking facilities in the precinct.
The State Library of Queensland houses a range of collections made up of books, journals, magazines, newspapers, manuscripts and archives, maps, rare books, music, photographs, films and videos, and e-resources. These collections cover Queensland’s heritage, history, art, design and science. The library also holds community programs, showcases workshops and short courses, either for free or low price. Onsite services and facilities include: computers and internet, free wi-fi access, microform printing and copying, standard copying and printing plus scanning. SLQ also has various rooms and venues for hire. Situated overlooking the Brisbane River. There's also a café and library shop onsite.
The Library Cafe
22 Stanley PlaceThe State Library of Queensland houses a range of collections made up of books, journals, magazines, newspapers, manuscripts and archives, maps, rare books, music, photographs, films and videos, and e-resources. These collections cover Queensland’s heritage, history, art, design and science. The library also holds community programs, showcases workshops and short courses, either for free or low price. Onsite services and facilities include: computers and internet, free wi-fi access, microform printing and copying, standard copying and printing plus scanning. SLQ also has various rooms and venues for hire. Situated overlooking the Brisbane River. There's also a café and library shop onsite.
Sightseeing
Etched on the South Bank skyline, The Wheel of Brisbane is a breathtaking way to have a 360-degree panoramic view of Brisbane City from the heart of Brisbane's cultural, lifestyle and entertainment precinct, The Parklands, South Bank. Rising almost 60 metres above the ground in the safety and comfort of a fully enclosed, air-conditioned gondola, it's a must-do attraction on any visit to Brisbane. The Wheel is the perfect attraction for everyone, young or old, tourist or local. The wheel experience includes four full revolutions and lasts approximately 12 minutes. It also includes a magical stop right at the top, and comes complete with an audio tour pointing out popular Brisbane landmarks.
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Channel Seven Wheel of Brisbane
Etched on the South Bank skyline, The Wheel of Brisbane is a breathtaking way to have a 360-degree panoramic view of Brisbane City from the heart of Brisbane's cultural, lifestyle and entertainment precinct, The Parklands, South Bank. Rising almost 60 metres above the ground in the safety and comfort of a fully enclosed, air-conditioned gondola, it's a must-do attraction on any visit to Brisbane. The Wheel is the perfect attraction for everyone, young or old, tourist or local. The wheel experience includes four full revolutions and lasts approximately 12 minutes. It also includes a magical stop right at the top, and comes complete with an audio tour pointing out popular Brisbane landmarks.
Terrific beaches, restaurants, cafes, Underwater World only 1.5 hours drive from Ashgrove.
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Sunshine Coast
Terrific beaches, restaurants, cafes, Underwater World only 1.5 hours drive from Ashgrove.
Food Scene
Situated in Fortitude Valley, Brisbane's Chinatown Mall is a hive of activity that draws as many locals as it does visitors. From the moment you pass under the traditional Chinese gates, complete with 320 kilogram stone guard-lions, you'll be treated to a feast for the senses. Maybe it's the hustle and bustle of the Chinese supermarkets, the smells and sounds of exotic ingredients meeting a sizzling wok, or the steaming Yum Cha breakfasts shared with friends that bring people back time and time again. It's not just the food that's impressive. Walk around and you'll see Chinatown is alive with the architecture, fabrics, colours and emotions of the Orient. Weekend markets. Parking.
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唐人街
33 Duncan StSituated in Fortitude Valley, Brisbane's Chinatown Mall is a hive of activity that draws as many locals as it does visitors. From the moment you pass under the traditional Chinese gates, complete with 320 kilogram stone guard-lions, you'll be treated to a feast for the senses. Maybe it's the hustle and bustle of the Chinese supermarkets, the smells and sounds of exotic ingredients meeting a sizzling wok, or the steaming Yum Cha breakfasts shared with friends that bring people back time and time again. It's not just the food that's impressive. Walk around and you'll see Chinatown is alive with the architecture, fabrics, colours and emotions of the Orient. Weekend markets. Parking.
Sichuan Bang Bang, in Paddington, represents more than 1000 years of traditional cooking methods and recipes from the Sichuan province, which manifest in a menu of Bang Bang favourites and Paddington's first yum cha. Expect an adventure for your taste receptors, a joy for your belly, and enough variety to spice up your life.
Sichuan Bang Bang-Paddington
167 Given TerraceSichuan Bang Bang, in Paddington, represents more than 1000 years of traditional cooking methods and recipes from the Sichuan province, which manifest in a menu of Bang Bang favourites and Paddington's first yum cha. Expect an adventure for your taste receptors, a joy for your belly, and enough variety to spice up your life.
Famished on Frasers in Ashgrove brings you gourmet fine foods, from the comfort of a casual, cosy suburban cafe. Famished on Frasers serves Elixir Coffee, the perfect morning refuel to go with your delectable breakfast or lunch. And all this is brought to you without breaking the bank!
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Famished on Frasers
62 Frasers RdFamished on Frasers in Ashgrove brings you gourmet fine foods, from the comfort of a casual, cosy suburban cafe. Famished on Frasers serves Elixir Coffee, the perfect morning refuel to go with your delectable breakfast or lunch. And all this is brought to you without breaking the bank!
The owners, successful restaurateur Sandro Romano and Chef John Lambkin are delivering a style of cuisine that allows patrons to indulge in a variety of freshly prepared meals designed to be shared in a way that you can enjoy a multitude of different flavours all in the one experience. Open all day every day serving breakfast, lunch, dinner, share plates, gourmet pizzas, nibbles, coffee, hot and cold drinks.
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Hub Cafe Kitchen
10 Stewart PlThe owners, successful restaurateur Sandro Romano and Chef John Lambkin are delivering a style of cuisine that allows patrons to indulge in a variety of freshly prepared meals designed to be shared in a way that you can enjoy a multitude of different flavours all in the one experience. Open all day every day serving breakfast, lunch, dinner, share plates, gourmet pizzas, nibbles, coffee, hot and cold drinks.
Child-friendly cafe in Ashgrove serving all day breakfast, lunch and great coffee. Kids' playroom and dog-friendly. With a menu boasting fresh salads, fritatas and paninis, along with daily specials and an all-day breakfast, Home Cafe caters for those looking for a healthy meal or snack. For the sweet tooth, specials like the brioche french toast and the banana, coconut and banana pancakes are standouts.
Home Cafe Ashgrove
20 Stewart RdChild-friendly cafe in Ashgrove serving all day breakfast, lunch and great coffee. Kids' playroom and dog-friendly. With a menu boasting fresh salads, fritatas and paninis, along with daily specials and an all-day breakfast, Home Cafe caters for those looking for a healthy meal or snack. For the sweet tooth, specials like the brioche french toast and the banana, coconut and banana pancakes are standouts.
A Pizza, Bar and Steak House Restaurant found in Ashgrove. Locally known as The Grove, it offers a full a la carte restaurant; a side-walk bar with attached pizzeria and The Lower Bar, a separate cocktail bar and beer garden found downstairs.
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The Grove Ashgrove
A Pizza, Bar and Steak House Restaurant found in Ashgrove. Locally known as The Grove, it offers a full a la carte restaurant; a side-walk bar with attached pizzeria and The Lower Bar, a separate cocktail bar and beer garden found downstairs.
Customers come from far and wide to shop at Ashgrove’s Meat @ Billy’s – and for good reason. The award-winning butcher is second to none when it comes to quality of meat, diverse range of products, knowledgeable staff and good old-fashioned service.
Since opening his first store in Ashgrove in 2009, Billy has not only built a staunchly loyal customer base and something of a mini-meat-empire but established his business as something of a community pillar, lending support to all kinds of local groups and causes.
Meat At Billy's
241 Waterworks RdCustomers come from far and wide to shop at Ashgrove’s Meat @ Billy’s – and for good reason. The award-winning butcher is second to none when it comes to quality of meat, diverse range of products, knowledgeable staff and good old-fashioned service.
Since opening his first store in Ashgrove in 2009, Billy has not only built a staunchly loyal customer base and something of a mini-meat-empire but established his business as something of a community pillar, lending support to all kinds of local groups and causes.