Edition Group will open Nomad Brisbane at the site that was home to Gerard’s for 14 years, marking the group’s first Queensland venue.
The opening at 15 James Street, Fortitude Valley, joins already established Nomad locations in Sydney and Melbourne.
Edition Group founder Rebecca Yazbek says Brisbane has been part of their plans for Nomad for a long time.
“So it feels incredibly exciting to finally be opening here,” says Yazbek.
The group’s first Nomad restaurant opened in Sydney in 2013. Since then, the group has expanded its presence across Sydney and Melbourne, opening Nomad Melbourne, Reine & La Rue, Privé, and last year taking stewardship of Melbourne’s Florentino from The Grossi Group.
Yazbek says they have never wanted Nomad to feel exactly the same in every city.
“What connects the restaurants is our approach to food and dining style, but each one should feel like it belongs where it is,” she adds.
“Brisbane has such a strong dining culture, the city has its own pace and incredible produce, and we’re looking forward to creating a Nomad that feels genuinely at home here.”
Edition Group Culinary Director Michael Greenlaw will lead the menu alongside Nomad Melbourne Head Chef Jeremy Swann. Long-time Nomad Melbourne team member Robbie Pyke-Marcou will relocate to take on the venue manager role, and Group Bar Manager Felix Woods will oversee the drinks list alongside Sommelier Steve Senturk.
The group says they will retain elements of the site’s history as Gerard’s, while creating an entirely new restaurant.
Further details on the menu, drinks program, design, and opening date will be announced in the coming months.
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