An elegant restaurant evening at Brass & Onyx with a refined offline poker table visible in the background

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An elegant restaurant evening with a refined offline card lounge.

Discover a menu crafted with precision and a card lounge designed for thoughtful play. The restaurant focuses on seasonal Australian produce, while the card lounge hosts Texas Hold'em evenings and other offline poker formats.

Precision, patience, and the quiet thrill of a well-played hand.

Brass & Onyx is built on precision, patience, and the quiet thrill of a well-played hand. The restaurant applies the same discipline to its cuisine as players do to poker. Every dish is composed with intention, mirroring the strategic depth of Texas Hold'em.

The venue is a space for thoughtful dining and offline poker, never rushed. From the first course to the final card, each moment is designed to reward attention and calm consideration.

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Chef's seasonal selections.

Our chef composes each selection to reflect the season and the mood of the room. Dishes change regularly to showcase the best Australian produce. The selection is designed to pair with an evening of offline poker—light enough to keep focus, rich enough to satisfy.

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A chef's seasonal selection dish with roasted vegetables, protein, and delicate sauce
The card lounge at Brass & Onyx with several poker tables set with green felt and chips as props

The card lounge.

A dedicated space for offline poker, designed with the same precision as the dining room. The card lounge features several poker tables, each set with professional-grade felt and chips as table props. Lighting is warm and focused, creating an atmosphere of concentration and calm. The lounge is available for Texas Hold'em evenings and other offline poker formats.

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Offline poker formats.

Texas Hold'em

The classic game of strategy and patience. Texas Hold'em evenings are hosted regularly in the card lounge. Players receive chips as table props; no money is involved. The format encourages thoughtful play and social engagement.

Friendly cash-style games

Relaxed sessions for casual players. These games use chips as props and focus on enjoyment rather than competition. Perfect for those new to offline poker.

Tournament-style evenings

Structured play with a clear beginning and end. Tournament-style evenings follow a set schedule with increasing blinds. No prizes or payouts; the focus is on the experience.

Poker etiquette.

Respect the game, the table, and your fellow players.

  • Arrive on time for scheduled poker evenings.
  • Keep conversations low and respectful during hands.
  • Handle chips and cards with care.
  • Follow the dealer's instructions at all times.
  • No mobile phones at the table.
Read the full etiquette guide

Private gatherings.

Host an evening of fine dining and offline poker in a private setting. The venue can accommodate small groups for private poker evenings. Menus can be tailored to your event. The card lounge can be reserved exclusively.

Plan your private gathering
A private gathering table set for fine dining and offline poker with elegant place settings and a poker table topper

Visual journal.

A selection of moments from the restaurant and card lounge. Images capture the interplay of fine dining and offline poker. The journal is updated regularly with new photography.

The main dining room at Brass & Onyx during service with guests seated and staff attending
The dining room during service
Close-up of hands at a poker table during a Texas Hold'em evening with cards and chips visible
Texas Hold'em in the card lounge
Detail of the bar with a brass rail, glassware, and a selection of spirits
A detail from the bar

Frequently asked questions.

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