Tassis to bring a slice of the Mediterranean to The Star Brisbane
Dark Shepherd – a lamb-focused, Mediterranean restaurant will be the next venue to open by the Tassis Group in the highly anticipated Queen’s Wharf Brisbane precinct, located on The Terrace within The Star Brisbane entertainment hub.
Credit: Markus Ravik
With Opa and Yamas – two highly-successful Greek restaurants – already in his portfolio, Michael Tassis is excited to bring his Greek heritage to the new venue, but with a twist. “Dark Shepherd is more Mediterranean than straight up Greek. And we are excited to make lamb the highlight of the menu” says Tassis.
In true Tassis form, seafood will also play an integral role on the menu, with the majority of dishes prepared over a wood fired grill. The venue, designed by Clui Design, will feature a sunken dining room, private dining room and live oyster shucking station.
Says Tassis, “The Brisbane dining scene has entered a new and exciting time. With new precincts and big names opening in Brisbane, especially at The Star Brisbane, we are so excited to be a part of it.”
The Star Brisbane Chief Executive Officer Daniel Finch said he was thrilled the Tassis Group had chosen Brisbane’s newest entertainment hub as home to their new venue. “The Tassis Group continues to provide Brisbane with outstanding dining venues, and we are delighted to welcome such a unique offering to The Star Brisbane entertainment hub.”
2024 is a massive year for restaurateur Michael Tassis, who opened Longwang and Fatcow in May, and has not one, but two tenancies secured on Brisbane City Council’s Kangaroo Point Green Bridge.
Dark Shepherd will join the Tassis Group’s extensive portfolio, which already includes: Opa Bar + Mezze, Yamas Greek + Drink, Rich & Rare, Fosh Bar & Restaurant, Massimo Restaurant, Longwang and Fatcow on James Street. Alongside an array of culinary experiences, dynamic entertainment and event destinations destined for The Star Brisbane including cutting-edge Japanese Sokyo, Celebrity Chef Luke Nguyen's street food favourite Fat Noodle; and authentic Italian family dining Cucina Regina, Black Hide Steak & Seafood by Gambaro and flavourful Latin-American Azteca (by Potentia Solutions Leisure) on The Terrace.
EDITOR’S NOTES
Dark Shepherd (Tassis Group)
Dark Shepherd is Tassis Group’s lamb-focused Mediterranean venue in prime positioning on The Terrace within the Star Brisbane entertainment hub. But, the venue is about more than just lamb. Harnessing exceptional produce, clever cooking techniques and punchy flavours, the venue offers an elevated and highly-cultured dining experience set in an atmosphere of casual elegance – think fresh seafood, exceptional service and an expansive selection of wine, beer and cocktails.
Dark Shepherd is owned by hospitality powerhouse and second generation restaurateur, Michael Tassis. Creators of moments that become memories, Tassis Group brands delight the senses in 360 degrees. Uniquely innovative, consideration goes into every ingredient of the customer experience. Stay up to date with the latest news from Tassis Group – tassisgroup.com.au/media-centre.
Website: darkshepherd.com.au
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Media Enquiries: Ella Moore (Allo Creative) – ella@allocreative.com.au
The Star Brisbane (Resort)
Positioned at the heart of the Queen’s Wharf Brisbane precinct, The Star Brisbane will deliver four future world-class hotels, a myriad of new restaurants, bars and entertainment experiences, luxury retail, and a thrilling new era in events to Brisbane’s CBD. Not to mention The Star Brisbane’s striking showpiece Sky Deck, a 250m rooftop runway of restaurants and bars floating 100m above the Brisbane River and the resort’s Leisure Deck, a 12,000sqm open-air oasis which delivers two football fields of public space. From a selection of Brisbane’s grandest hotels to delectable dining, spectacular sky-high views and unique experiences for locals and tourists alike, The Star Brisbane promises to celebrate the best of our river city.
Website: star.com.au/brisbane
Instagram: @thestarbrisbane | Facebook: facebook.com/thestarbrisbane
Media Enquiries: Nicole Barclay (The Star Brisbane) – nicole.barclay@star.com.au
Queen’s Wharf Brisbane (Precinct)
Set to commence a staged opening from August 2024, the $3.6 billion Queen’s Wharf Brisbane development blends stunning contemporary architecture with thoughtfully restored heritage buildings and beautifully curated landscaped riverside parklands across more than 12 hectares on Brisbane’s river edge. It is expected to attract an estimated 1.4 million additional visitors each year once open and will provide a pedestrian link between two of Brisbane’s largest cultural and lifestyle precincts, linking South Bank to The Star Brisbane and Queen’s Wharf via the Neville Bonner Bridge.
Queen’s Wharf Brisbane is being delivered by Destination Brisbane Consortium – a joint venture led by The Star Entertainment Group alongside its Hong Kong-based partners, Chow Tai Fook Enterprises and Far East Consortium.
Website: queenswharfbrisbane.com.au
Instagram: @queenswharf_brisbane | Facebook: facebook.com/queenswharfbrisbane
Media Enquiries: Graham Witherspoon (Destination Brisbane) – gwitherspoon@destinationbrisbane.com.au