Since 1886
A Brisbane icon — a local pub that holds a special place in the hearts of generations of Brisbane residents. Owned by the Deery family since 1967, transformed over the decades, but never losing its community spirit.
From the beginning, Story Bridge Hotel has been the place for great dining, great drinks and a great time. Local residents and visitors have enjoyed the various bars and restaurants housed here across the years, and our long-standing history is a testament to our ability to deliver an excellent experience — whether it is your first visit or your hundredth.
Latest Award
Deery's Restaurant | steak + wine are the proud winners of the Queensland Hotels Association 2024 award for Best Restaurant, Metropolitan.
1886
Built in 1886 as the Kangaroo Point Hotel, one of only seven three-storey hotels in Queensland from that period.
1940
After the Story Bridge opened in 1940, connecting Kangaroo Point to Fortitude Valley, the hotel was renamed in its honour.
1967
The Deery family bought the hotel and it soon became known as the "village pub" as the suburb shifted from industrial to residential.
1978
Barrie Deery, inspired by a photo from 1912, began restoring the hotel — a process that took over a decade of red tape and regulation.
1980
The old WWII bomb shelter was extended into one of the city's most original pubs, home to quality live entertainment.
1994
Following a refurbishment, the hotel was officially reopened by the Lord Mayor and became home to some of Australia's great special events.
Today
Barrie's son and daughter, Richard and Jane Deery, continue to manage the hotel — one of the last remaining family owned and operated hotels in Brisbane.
