Let's bring back the Sunday Session
Apparently the Sunday Session died. Not on our watch, Toowoomba.
Updated 11 May 2022
Photography: Formed Visuals
We heard a rumour that the Sunday session had died. #wrong
Even if we singlehandedly need to keep it alive ourselves, we will not let the Sunday Session die. It’s the best time slot of the week – still sunny, you’re surrounded by friends, the drinks are cold, the music is just quiet enough that you can talk, it’s an excuse to wear something cute… The Sunday Session must not die.
Here are some locals helping to keep the tradition on its legs.
Mouse Proof Brewery
This brewhouse is warm and inviting, and just what you’ll need to wind down on a Sunday evening. With over thirty original brews to try, you’ll want to bring a group and share some laughs (and burgers) around the fire pit as the sun goes down.
Music: sometimes a DJ
Drinks: house-made craft beer, plus local favourites like Pechey Distillery Gin
Vibe: drinks on the verandah by the firepit
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The Plate/Bone Idol Brewery
The Plate is a restaurant, bar and in-house brewery, Bone Idol Brewery. Enjoy a craft beer on the front terrace, cocktails in the lounge, or book at the chic private dining room for a group. You may well end up staying for dinner too.
Music: not normally, but you never know!
Drinks: everything from Burgundies to classic cocktails to craft brews
Vibe: an easy place to invite everyone, because they’ll find something they like
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The Royal
The Royal on Ruthven is a classic pub with a lovely beer garden, perfect for drinks at the sun goes down on the weekend. They occasionally do live music or play the footy, so just turn up and see what the afternoon brings.
Music: sometimes
Drinks: beer, beer and beer
Vibe: casual, communal and fun
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Fitzy's
A well-loved institution, Fitzy’s knows how to do a Sunday sesh, with live music all afternoon and drinks that suit everyone’s tastes. You’re bound to run into people you know here, so look out for your Year 2 BFF’s cute older brother.
Music: yes, live from 1.00pm
Drinks: beer and cocktails
Vibe: live acoustic music and everyone you know from primary school
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Muller Bros
Order some share plates and a couple of cocktails, and kick back with your friends as the sun goes down over this open-air rooftop bar. With chilled music (sometimes live) and plenty of room for the whole crew, you’ll be counting down the days til next Sunday.
Music: sometimes
Drinks: cocktails galore
Vibe: chilling on the rooftop with a vodka tonic and the highest heels you own
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Bodega
This is the place to go if you love live music – with local talent on the main stage four nights a week and Sundays being no exception. Here, you can let your hair down and loosen up before the dreaded workweek commences by embracing the eccentric party atmosphere that Bodega has nailed so well.
Music: live and loud rock, every Sunday from 4.00pm
Drinks: Latin-inspired cocktails, alcoholic slurpees, and sangria
Vibe: singing your heart out to Queen covers on the dance floor in between sips of the drink you’re trying not to spill
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The Brewhouse
This city-centre taproom is down-to-earth and offers locally brewed beer on tap, making for the perfect spot to kick back, relax and sample some quality craft brews this Sunday afternoon.
Music: not normally, but you never know!
Drinks: out-there beers such as coffee or pumpkin – or classic brews you’ll keep coming back for
Vibe: casual catch-ups with good mates (especially if they have kids)
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Santé Cocktail Bar
It’s all in the name – this venue offers a mouth-watering menu of luxurious drinks that you’ll want to tick off one by one. Settle into the cosy booths of this laneway bar for a Sunday evening that’ll be to the envy of your Instagram story viewers.
Music: no, but if you sit outside you might hear the tunes from Proof BBQ (below)
Drinks: classy cocktails
Vibe: moody, romantic date nights, or gossip with the girlfriends
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Proof BBQ & Booze
This BBQ restaurant can be found in Duggan Street tucked beside Santé, and specialises in American-style feasts. Grab some succulent pulled pork or beef brisket cooked on-site in Dolly the smoker to pair with your craft beer, and enjoy live music all afternoon long.
Music: yep! Most Sunday afternoons, featuring local talent (and plenty of country songs)
Drinks: selection of bourbon and craft beers
Vibe: when you just want some good, honest, food and an ice-cold beer
Did we miss your favourite? Let us know, and we’ll add it to the list!
