Felons Brewing Co
$Brisbane's home brewery in a beer hall right under the Story Bridge
Pull up at a long picnic bench under the Story Bridge with a beer brewed 50 metres away. Felons Brewing Co is the anchor tenant at Howard Smith Wharves and the most-Brisbane brewery experience you can have — riverfront, casual, walk-in. The taproom pours core beers (Crisp Lager, Pale Ale, Pacific Ale, IPA) plus an ever-changing line-up of limited releases in four pour sizes. The kitchen does wood-fired pizzas, burgers, and elevated pub classics, and the adjoining Felons Fish & Chipper handles the seafood side. Next door, Felons Barrel Hall is the bigger sibling — barrel-aged beers and Thai-influenced shared plates Thursday through Sunday. Open daily from 11am until late.
Step by step
From start to finish, what to expect.
Walk down from Story Bridge or CityCat to Howard Smith Wharves
Beer paddle, then a wood-fired pizza or burger to share
Stay for sunset and the bridge lights coming on
Cost breakdown
Estimated per person, in AUD.
How you get there
Your options for the trip.
Public transport
Local tips
Stuff your mates would tell you.
Walk-in only on the main floor — for groups of 6+, book Felons Barrel Hall next door (Thursday-Sunday)
The pedestrian lift at the northern end of the Story Bridge drops you right at the precinct, easier than the stairs
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