# Ric's Bar

> One of Brisbane's longest-running live music venues. An incubator venue where artists discover their sound, find their feet and launch into the industry. Located in Fortitude Valley since 1992.

## About

Ric's Bar (also known as Ric's Cafe Bar) is an iconic live music venue and bar at 321 Brunswick St, Fortitude Valley, Brisbane QLD 4006, Australia. Nestled behind the Royal George Hotel (RG's), Ric's is part of the Ric's & RGs Entertainment Complex. Founded in 1992, Ric's has hosted early performances from The Chats, Jungle Giants, Tones and I, and Megan Washington, among many others. All gigs are paid; Ric's does not expect artists to play for exposure.

## Spaces

- **Front Bar**: The original Ric's. Now the karaoke bar. Intimate setting, live music history on the walls. Karaoke runs Sunday through Thursday.
- **Backyard**: Open-air stage with rainbow fencing, street art and a fairy-light festooned Hills Hoist. Live music Thursday through Sunday. Upgraded PA and lighting since 2020. Home of the uni parties (foam parties, pool parties, Nintendo nights).
- **Upstairs / Rave Cave**: Private hire space for 20 to 100 guests. Private bar, DJ booth and smoker's balcony overlooking Brunswick St Mall. No beer taps (bottled/RTD only). Resident DJs available at $85/hr.

## What's On

- Live music: Thursday to Sunday on the Backyard Stage
- Karaoke: Sunday to Thursday in the Front Bar
- DJs: Nightly from 9pm
- Hospo specials: Monday and Tuesday industry nights
- Drink deals: Thursday and Sunday

## Contact

- Website: https://ricsbar.com.au
- Gig guide: https://ricsbar.com.au/whats-on/
- Functions: https://ricsbar.com.au/functions/
- Bookings email: bookings@ricsbar.com.au
- Phone: +61 7 3252 3789
- Address: 321 Brunswick St, Fortitude Valley QLD 4006, Australia

## Social

- Instagram: https://instagram.com/ricsbar
- Facebook: https://facebook.com/ricsbarfanpage
- TikTok: Search "Ric's Bar Brisbane"

## Functions and Private Hire

Ric's caters functions across all three spaces. Upstairs is the most popular for private parties (birthdays, farewells). Platters and full menu available until 9pm Sun-Thu, 10pm Fri-Sat. Bar tabs can be arranged with custom limits. Under-18 guests can attend private functions with conditions.

## Play at Ric's

Artists can apply to play via the website. All gigs are paid. Contact bookings@ricsbar.com.au with your EPK/links.