At Sixes and Sevens

This quaint Queenslander-style pub takes up position at the more relatable end of swanky James Street, opposite the QA Hotel, on the corner of Arthur Street. She's got street appeal in spades with a pitched tin roof, side verandah and white-painted weatherboards. On weekends, the throng spills onto the footpath benches shaded by striped umbrellas, while inside, they settle in around At Sixes and Sevens ’ central bar and long tables of reclaimed timber. And it’s not only tough work choosing your ideal seating; the drinks menu will have you taking an extended visual gander, too. Boutique tap beers and from-the-barrel wine carafes are a staple, while pitchers of cocktails designed to share make for elite guzzling. Pet nats are all the rage, particularly when the sun’s rays are kissing the alfresco area. Complete the trifecta with a grazing board to share (or not to share, we’re not judging), alongside elevated pub fare like beer-battered flathead, fried pork dumplings and mushroom aran...