Say the word “Goros” to any Sydneysider in their twenties and the response is instant. Memories (often blurry) flood to mind of nights spent in the karaoke rooms belting out Shania Twain, sake bombs and late-night bowls of chicken karaage.
Now the bar is coming to Fortitude Valley, where its distinctive brand of booze, bites and karaoke will make its mark on Brisbane’s revellers.
The bar – which will open on Friday February 21 – is the latest opening from Solotel, which opened Riverbar & Kitchen in Brisbane in 2012.
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SUBSCRIBE NOW“I wanted this to be a fully immersive experience – from the glow of neon lights to the aroma of yakitori sizzling over an open flame, and the thrill of stumbling upon an unexpected experience that brings the night to life,” Solotel CEO Elliot Solomon said in a statement. “At its heart, the concept draws inspiration from a Japanese izakaya, while incorporating the very best elements of Japan into one venue.”
Leading the kitchen will be Sean Barogo, who most recently worked at Kin Pan-Asian on the Gold Coast. Barogo has worked with executive chef Hamish Ingham to create a new menu including saltbush tempura, sushi, gyoza, buckets of Japanese fried chicken and burgers and toasties to satisfy late-night cravings.
The drinks menu will include Japanese beers and spirits and playful cocktails like matcha Pina Colada topped with boba pearls.
Goros Brisbane will open until 3am from Thursday to Saturday, with a dance floor, private karaoke booths that cater for six to 12 guests, and a line-up of weekly events like ping-pong tournaments and sake bomb bingo.
Goros Brisbane will open at 6 Warner Lane, Fortitude Valley on February 21.
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