{"id":69961,"date":"2025-02-05T17:08:24","date_gmt":"2025-02-05T17:08:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/peraltafinancing.com\/alcohol\/a-new-dining-drinks-and-dancing-nightlife-scene-on-brisbanes-james-st\/"},"modified":"2025-02-05T17:08:24","modified_gmt":"2025-02-05T17:08:24","slug":"a-new-dining-drinks-and-dancing-nightlife-scene-on-brisbanes-james-st","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?p=69961","title":{"rendered":"A new dining, drinks and dancing nightlife scene on Brisbane\u2019s James St"},"content":{"rendered":"


\n<\/p>\n

\n
\"\"\"\"
Brisbane\u2019s nightlife scene welcomes a new player with the opening of Penelope, a bistro, bar, and music den. (Image: The Coats Group)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Brisbane\u2019s nightlife scene welcomes a new player with the opening of Penelope, a bistro, bar, and music den. Opening in late February, the new hideaway comes from the Coats Group, that also owns MAYA Rooftop and Il Molo Italian Kitchen & Bar.\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

Penelope\u2019s draws influence from European supper clubs, taking on the ideal that all three experiences should be celebrated. Set behind a solid brass door in a tucked-away laneway off James St, Penelope is built for those who crave an elevated nightlife experience space where classic hospitality meets the modern dining and drinks sophistication.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Co-owners Jason and Katie Coats said they envision Penelope being an \u201cescape from the predictable\u201d.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cGreat food, great drinks, great music and open late \u2013 those are the things that excite us. At Penelope, we don\u2019t have customers \u2013 we have guests, and we firmly believe in creating a come-as-you-are environment while bringing some fun into the James St precinct,\u201d Jason Coats said.<\/span><\/p>\n

The bar menu is led by a ten-strong cocktail menu alongside some signature classic martinis and negronis \u2013 served \u2018artic cold\u2019 in vintage glassware. Guests can also expect a European wine list covering from a Domaine Cr\u00e8ve-C\u0153ur, C\u00f4te Du Rh\u00f4ne, to an Aussie Pet Nats and a comprehensive list of vintage champagnes.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\n
\nADVERTISEMENT<\/small>\"\"\/\"\"\/<\/a><\/div>\n

&nbsp<\/p><\/div>\n

At its heart, Penelope is a bistro with a twist, marrying \u201cfun and edgy\u201d with the classics. Head Chef Evan White takes an unapologetic approach to reinvention, pairing nostalgia with modern technique.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Small plates have been designed to foster discussion and an air of indulgence. The menu includes a fish finger sandwich, elevated with crumbed pearl perch and yoghurt tartare, chicken liver parfait on a cultured butter croissant crisp with vermouth fig glaze, and Cantabrian anchovies, flamed at the table in the tin, ready to be scooped up with crusty Batard bread.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

More substantial offerings feature, Steak Au Poivre, Red Emperor with parsley butter and caper vinegar, and a Penne Alla Vodka. <\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

With a mid-century aesthetic, rich colour palette and textual finishes, Penelope is <\/span>warm and inviting with its brass details and amber velvet banquettes. The walls are panels of dark American Walnut that has been acoustically treated. For the Coats, Penelope occupies a space that feels \u201cnatural\u2019 and right\u201d.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

A premium bespoke, timber sound system melds with the design elements of the bar, with rising and veteran DJs appearing each night. Coats said guests can expect genres such as, soul, funk, disco, and groove to be the \u201csoundtrack to your experience\u201d.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n