Greek eatery ‘Opa’ is Brisbane’s Mediterranean escape

·

Michael Tassis’ new riverfront Greek restaurant and bar Opa Bar & Mezze in Brisbane is being described as a “Mediterranean escape” by reviewers. 

Mr. Tassis opened Opa Bar & Mezze in April as his fifth restaurant along the riverside of Brisbane’s bustling Eagle Street Pier precinct.

“There’ll also be a lot of lamb on the menu and we’ll have over 30 bottles of high end pinot noir because lamb and pinot is always a good match,” said Mr. Tassis.

Opa is Tassis’ first Greek restaurant and describes it as “Brisbane’s best Greek restaurant”. 

Mr. Tassis is the same owner behind restaurants George’s Paragon, Rico, Fatcow, and Massimo, some of which are Latin and Italian restaurants. 

Michael Tassis is the same owner behind restaurants George’s Paragon, Rico, Fatcow, and Massimo, some of which are Latin and Italian restaurants (Picture: Josh Woning)

Opa boasts a monstrous menu offering breads and dips, fresh and raw dishes like sand crab with taramasalata, and large plates including moussaka, spanakopita, and stifatho. 

It boasts a 21-strong mezzedes menu, with a dedicated mezze hour from 3 pm – 5:30 pm daily and special soul events every Friday to Sunday. 

It offers a selection of Greek wine and cocktails named for the Greek gods.

The Courier Mail’s Alison Walsh describes the eatery as “aesthetically pleasing” and “…evocative of something you might stumble across on your Greek island sojourn.” 

It’s a flashy 5-star restaurant filled with white booths, arched windows, and u-shaped lounges, decorated with plates patterned with cracks and a copper pepper mill. 

‘Opa’ is open from 11am until late daily.  

Source: Courier Mail, Courier Mail

greek film festival melbourne

Advertisement

Share:

KEEP UP TO DATE WITH TGH

By subscribing you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.

Advertisement

Latest News

‘Una Faccia, Una Razza’: The politics of memory and the power of saying ‘OXI’

The annual homage to “OHI” Day stems from Greece's Prime Minister Metaxas firmly stating “OHI” (NO) to Mussolini's request.

The Master Miller and the art of olive oil perfection

The Master Miller’s mission has its roots in a philosophy that begins at the olive tree and reaches the heart of those who seek quality.

Brain regain: For the first time in 14 years, more people return to Greece than leave

For the first time in over a decade, Greece is witnessing a positive migration balance as more Greeks return home than emigrate.

When everyday Greeks said OXI: Resistance and survival during World War Two

“Aera!” (Air!) roared Greek soldiers as they clawed over jagged rocks on the brutal Pindus Mountains during Italy’s 1940 invasion.

Botanical Park of Crete: Rooted in fire, inspiring hope

The October 2003 fire started with electrical cables in a village near the Marinakis family’s olive groves.

You May Also Like

Melbourne cancels Greek Independence Day March this year

Melbourne's Greek Independence Day March for 2021 has been cancelled due to coronavirus restrictions in Victoria.

Queensland boy Lachlan Racovalis breaks pogo stick jumping Guinness World Record

Twelve-year-old Lachlan Racovalis from Gympie, Queensland, has set a Guinness World Record by completing 187 pogo stick jumps in one minute.

Greek Australian players set to shine at Asian Cup of Subbuteo in Sydney

Sydney will play host to the Sixth Asian Cup of Subbuteo Table Football from 17–19 October, with players from across Asia and Australia.