Restaurant Dan Arnold

4.7 (13)

$A41 to $A100

Modern European

959 Ann St, Fortitude Valley, AU-QLD 4006

About this restaurant

Innovative
Romantic
Good for special occasions

After spending 7 years in France, Dan Arnold, who was born in Brisbane, has returned home to open his first restaurant.

We offer two set menu: 3 courses and a degustation menu with 5 course.

Guests are invited on a culinary journey of Australian flavours and techniques, respecting the traditions Dan learnt while perfecting his craft in France. Dishes are prepared from an open kitchen, creating a connection between chef and diner.

Dan arrived in France in 2010, worked at 3 Michelin star restaurant l'Espérance for 1 year, and after was sous-chef of Serge Vieira for 6 years, Bocuse d'Or 2005 and 2 Michelin star.

Dan is Bocuse de Bronze Asia-Pacific 2016, and finished 8th in the Bocuse d'Or World final in 2017, best ever result for Australia.

Here, dishes are often created in the moment and the menu is ever changing. Influences range from the terroir, to the current season, with the ingredient dictating the technique to b

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$A41 to $A100
Cuisines
Modern European, Contemporary European, Contemporary French
Hours of Operation
Lunch Tue–Sat 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 6:00 pm–10:00 pm
Website
http://www.restaurantdanarnold.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress Code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Dan Arnold
Catering
We can cater all types of events and help you create a memorable event! Whether it’s an intimate family dinner, a boardroom lunch, a wedding or a cocktail party. To give you an idea, you can download a sample of what we can offer for a stand up cocktail on our website.
Private party facilities
We can privatise the restaurant free of charge for a minimum of 30 guests on a week day or 40 on a week end. Conditions apply. Contact us at contact@restaurantdanarnold.com for more information.

Location
959 Ann St, Fortitude Valley, AU-QLD 4006
Area
Fortitude Valley
Parking Details
Parkin available at Alex Perry Hotel for lunch time only
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Amuses-Bouches
Asparagus
quinoa, beurre noisette sabayon, kalamansi
Falls Farm Tomato
spanner crab, avocado, consommé
Skull Island Prawn
beetroot, native finger lime, kefir
Brisbane Valley Quail
chickpea, corn, onion
Cheese Option
Selection of French cheeses from our trolley from $7
Mango
macadamia, tapioca, vanilla

Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Restaurant Dan Arnold.

4.7

(13)

4.9Food
4.8Service
4.3Ambience
4.6Value

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13 Reviews

G
Gourmet
Brisbane7 reviews
5.0
Dined on 24 May 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 2
Fantastic food experience in Brisbane! Recommend visiting Dan Arnold’s for a fine dining experience.
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Baba
New South Wales18 reviews
4.0
Dined on 24 May 2019
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Lovely food but atmosphere and service a little cold. Need company of other couples to relieve some of the coldness
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BillE
Brisbane2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 26 January 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My partner and I don't eat out frequently but when we do, we want it to be special and exceed what we can do ourselves at home (often not the case in our experience). Having mourned the loss of Esquire, we were delighted to discover that Restaurant Dan Arnold reaches similar levels of execution, imagination and flavour. The five course degustation (which is actually more than it sounds with two lots of amuse-bouche and petit fours) was sublime and wines matched perfectly. Whilst not strictly a vegetarian, I hardly ever eat meat so generally prefer when fine dining to at least ask if degustations can be made vegetarian. Despite the late notice (about four hours), Dan accommodated my request and did not put a foot wrong. The zucchini cannelloni was a sensation, as was the eggplant, while the king brown mushrooms was one of the 'meatiest' vege dishes I've ever had. It was hard to pick a standout, but the 'Fall's Farm Tomato' dish was a jaw dropper, particularly as it seemed such a simple dish on the surface. I tasted most of my partners dishes and my vegetarian options lacked nothing by comparison, which in my mind is the mark of a serious chef. Service was wonderful from all staff, the cheese trolley a thing of beauty, and the warm, down to earth welcome from Dan's partner, Amelié (maitre d') another highlight. It's inspiring to see a couple put their heart and soul into a new venture together. The passion is plain for all to see and we'll be back for sure.
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EmilyS
London1 review
5.0
Dined on 26 January 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding 5 course degustation! Delicious, innovative food with attentive service. Will definitely return when we’re back in Brisbane.
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SUEH
Brisbane4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 26 January 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We enjoyed all aspects of the evening at Dan Arnolds. From pre-drinks cocktails at the bar to the great dining experience.
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50NO
New York City2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 19 January 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Probably the best restaurant in Brisbane at the moment, so enjoy.
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ShelleyW
Sunshine Coast3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 31 December 2018
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The best meal in Brisbane! Far exceeded expectations and the service was impeccable. The degustation menu was superb with cleverly matched wines.
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Lorraine
Sydney6 reviews
4.0
Dined on 31 December 2018
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 2
Well priced for the fine fresh quality and imagination used in presentation
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GayleC
Queensland6 reviews
5.0
Dined on 29 December 2018
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
My father’s 86th birthday was celebrated recently. The food with matching wines was beyond exquisite I will definitely be going again. The ambience could do with something more. The food was by far too good for the setting. The staff were amazing and very attentive. Worth every penny Thank you
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MichaelS
Melbourne1 review
4.0
Dined on 28 December 2018
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We loved the inventive combination of flavours in the 5-course tasting menu with matched wines. Our highlight was the Hervey Bay scallop course, matched with an atypical Australian Chardonnay. The restaurant was not busy when we went and service was attentive, however we did have some difficulty understanding the French accent of one of the waiters.
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$A41 to $A100
Cuisines
Modern European, Contemporary European, Contemporary French
Hours of Operation
Lunch Tue–Sat 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 6:00 pm–10:00 pm
Website
http://www.restaurantdanarnold.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress Code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Dan Arnold
Catering
We can cater all types of events and help you create a memorable event! Whether it’s an intimate family dinner, a boardroom lunch, a wedding or a cocktail party. To give you an idea, you can download a sample of what we can offer for a stand up cocktail on our website.
Private party facilities
We can privatise the restaurant free of charge for a minimum of 30 guests on a week day or 40 on a week end. Conditions apply. Contact us at contact@restaurantdanarnold.com for more information.

Location
959 Ann St, Fortitude Valley, AU-QLD 4006
Area
Fortitude Valley
Parking Details
Parkin available at Alex Perry Hotel for lunch time only
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

Experience #3

Amuse-Bouches

Torched Kingfish

Black Onyx Flap

Cheese Option

Stonefruit

Experience #5

Amuses-Bouches

Asparagus

Falls Farm Tomato

Skull Island Prawn

Brisbane Valley Quail

Cheese Option

Mango

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