Frequently Asked Questions
Where are you located?
We are located in the newly renovated Stewart & Hemmet building in Fortitude Valley, Brisbane. We are the restaurant on the corner of Marshall and McLachlan St - look out for our red sign. Our Address is 15 Marshall St, Fortitude Valley QLD 4006.
How long do I have my table?
Tables of one to three are booked for 1 hour 45 minutes, and tables of four or more for 2 hours. That's a comfortable amount of time for our share plates, and our team will pace the kitchen to suit.
If we have the space on the night we're always happy to let you linger, so just ask. Later sittings tend to be the most relaxed. If you're planning a longer meal, book the last sitting of the evening or drop us a line at enquiries@shortgrain.com.au and we'll see what we can do.
How do I get to Short Grain?
Arriving from the City: buses drop off on Wickham Street. Nearest stop: Stop 228 (near Brunswick St) or Stop 229 (near Warner St). Routes 125, 175, 185, 204, 210, 212, 227, 232 and 234.
Heading back to the City: buses on Warner Street or Ann Street. Nearest stop: Stop 204 (near Ann St) or Stop 216. Routes 175, 185, 196, 204, 301, 306 and 360.
Blue CityGlider (Route 60): runs 24/7. Arriving: Wickham St at Light Street, Stop 7. Departing: Brunswick Street, Stop 202 (near Wickham St).
There is very limited street meter parking on Marshall Street, as well as further down McLachlan Street, however as it is a busy precinct, it can often be challenging to find a park.
Other paid parking options:
Secure Parking - Chinatown Car Park located at 31 Duncan Street.
Secure Parking - 388 Brunswick Street Car Park located at 388 Brunswick St.
Wilson Parking - Brunswick Central located at 421 Brunswick St.
Secure Parking - McWhirters Car Park located at 13 Warner St.
Train: Fortitude Valley Station is a 7 minute walk, 500 metres away, and is served by almost every major train line in South East Queensland.
What days are you open?
Wednesday, Thursday - 5pm til 9:30pm
Friday - 12pm til 4pm, 5pm til 9:30pm
Saturday - 12pm til 3pm, 5pm til 9:30pm
Sunday - 12pm til 4pm, 5pm til 8:30pm
How many people can I book in for?
For reservations between 1 - 8 people, you can book directly using our online booking system. For reservations of more than 8 people, please contact us at enquiries@shortgrain.com.au so we can accommodate you.
Do you take walk-ins?
We always do our best to accommodate walk-ins and we usually have tables available in the bar so feel free to pop in!
Do you offer function/event packages?
Please note that Short Grain accommodates regular bookings for up to 16 people. Anything above this is considered a private function, and requires the venue for hire. Please contact us at enquiries@shortgrain.com.au for all functions/events enquiries.
I have dietary requirements, can you accommodate?
Yes. Almost everything on our menu is gluten free apart from a few things.
We also have a full vege and vegan menu with every dish tagged VG (vegan) or VGO (vegan option available), plus a plant-based set menu. You don't need to ask for a special version of anything, it's a proper menu in its own right.
For allergies and anything else, please add it to the notes when you book so the kitchen knows in advance. We can't guarantee against allergen traces in a shared kitchen, and we may not be able to alter every dish with short notice, but tell us and we'll look after you.
Do you sell gift vouchers?
Absolutely! You can purchase a gift voucher here.
What is the best way to contact you?
If you have a question about your booking, please text or call us on 0448 677 378. We will get back to you at our earliest convenience during operating hours.
Is the restaurant disability accessible?
Yes - step-free entry, accessible bathroom, accessible parking options nearby.
Do you have set menus?
Yes. We offer set menus at $55, $85 and $125 per person, designed to share, along with a $55 vegan set menu. They're a good option for groups. Contact us at enquiries@shortgrain.com.au and we'll help you pick.