Wining and Dining
Dovetails restaurant opens in Ipswich
After what feels like an eternal wait, Dovetails restaurant is officially open in Ipswich! Located within the historic 88 Limestone precinct, the restaurant perfectly fits into the block. The spot, next to Pumpyard Bar and Brewery, will seat 170 people.
The spot at Dovetails
Situated in what was formerly a woodworking room in the Old Technical College, Dovetails gives a nod to the building’s unique history. Some of the dining tables are examples of dovetails (a joinery technique most commonly used in woodworking) and the names of former students are carved in posts at the entrance to the restaurant. Strewn across the ceiling are prints of woodworking tools, creating a warm atmosphere.
A grand deck provides outside diners with a view of the RSL Memorial Hall and adjoining garden space. The sprawling deck has been custom built to accommodate an enormous Poinciana tree. In November, you’ll be able to dine under the cover of red.
Food
The breakfast menu has items like Salmon Eggs Benedict and French Toast with Caramelised Banana. There’s also house Baked Beans with Chorizo, Egg, Sour Cream and Crispy Tortilla. Breakfast and takeaway coffee will be available daily.
More food
Dinner will have more of a French/Australian fusion with a fine dining twist. Items on the evening menu include Beetroot Risotto, Osso Bucco, Kangaroo Carpaccio and Twice-cooked Pork Belly. Dessert options include Chocolate Fondant, Citrus Tart with Lemon Curd and Sherbert and lemon sorbet, and Beeramisu (Beer-flavoured tiramisu). And YES, the restaurant will also serve tapped beer from 4 Hearts Brewing next door.
Function Centre
The upstairs function centre, Lord Lamington Suite, will be THE place for events and wedding receptions. The name, again, is an ode to former times. Lord Lamington laid the foundations for the building prior to its completion in 1901.
Opening Hours:
Monday to Sunday breakfast from 7am, lunch starts at 11:30.
Wednesday to Sunday Dinner from 5pm until late.
