Weekend Feast at The Star Brisbane
Dark Shepherd Brisbane: Mediterranean Long Lunch with Bottomless Craggy Range Wine
Yes, I would recommend this long lunch to everyone. Dark Shepherd delivers an impressive weekend feast at The Star Brisbane, combining rich Greek-inspired dishes with premium Craggy Range wines and flexible dietary accommodations.
Bottomless long lunches often come with compromises on wine quality, but the Craggy Range Weekend Experience at Dark Shepherd flips that expectation. Set inside an intimate, dark and moody dining space at The Star Brisbane, this Friday to Sunday offering pairs a multi-course Mediterranean feast with refills of premium New Zealand wines.
We settled in on a Friday afternoon to explore the menu, which is built around sharing and Greek culinary traditions. What stood out early was how effortlessly the kitchen handled dietary needs. Since I do not eat seafood, they swapped out the standard seafood courses for non-seafood alternatives without missing a beat.
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To round off the feast, the chef served slices of Biscoff cheesecake. Creamy and set on a spiced biscuit base, it ended the entire afternoon on a memorable high note.
WHAT TO LOOK FOR
Menu highlights
Highlights from Zen’s visit.
At a glance: what we ordered
- Feast & Roast package (Friday–Sunday)
- Woodfired pillow bread with thyme & olive oil
- Seared halloumi (non-seafood swap)
- Spanakopita
- Glazed lamb ribs (non-seafood swap)
- Roast chicken (non-seafood swap)
- Arni Sto Fornu roast lamb with potatoes, silverbeet & Greek salad
- Biscoff cheesecake
- Bottomless Craggy Range wine
A Tailored Mediterranean Feast
Our lunch opened with warm woodfired pillow bread sprinkled with thyme and olive oil, alongside crisp spanakopita. In place of the standard oysters, our table received seared halloumi drizzled in a sweet glaze, making for a rich start to the meal.
The seafood course substitutions brought succulent glazed lamb ribs and lemon-squeezed roast chicken to our spread. These joined the main showpiece, Arni Sto Fornu, featuring slow-roasted lamb, roast potatoes, silverbeet, and a refreshing Greek salad. Generous pours of Craggy Range Rosé, Pinot Noir, and Sauvignon Blanc matched every course.
Sweet Finish and Booking Details
To round off the feast, the chef served slices of Biscoff cheesecake. Creamy and set on a spiced biscuit base, it ended the entire afternoon on a memorable high note.
Running Friday to Sunday on The Terrace (Level 4 at The Star Brisbane), the Feast & Roast is $88 per person, or $126 per person with bottomless Craggy Range wine for the table (minimum two guests). Dark Shepherd makes it easy to turn a standard weekend catchup into an indulgent afternoon in the city.
GOOD TO KNOW
Frequently asked questions
What is included in the Craggy Range Weekend Experience at Dark Shepherd?
The experience features a shared Mediterranean feast including woodfired bread, spanakopita, roast lamb, sides, dessert, and an optional bottomless Craggy Range wine package.
How much does the bottomless long lunch cost at Dark Shepherd?
The Feast & Roast is priced at $88 per person, or $126 per person when paired with bottomless Craggy Range wine, with a two-person minimum for the table.
Can Dark Shepherd accommodate dietary preferences for the weekend feast?
Yes, non-seafood substitutions such as halloumi, lamb ribs, and roast chicken can be arranged for dietary requirements upon request.
Does Dark Shepherd validate parking for dining guests?
Yes, Dark Shepherd provides complimentary parking validation for your visit at The Star Brisbane.
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It was a pleasure to be invited to experience Dark Shepherd but all opinions shared are my own.