If you’re around Woolloongabba and want proper Italian, we’re a five-minute run south down Ipswich Road. Factory 51 is at 51 Holdsworth Street, Coorparoo, where we make wood-fired pizza on 72-hour cold-fermented dough and pasta by hand every day. We hold 4.5 stars from more than 1,100 Google reviews and 849 verified OpenTable diners, and the warehouse dining room is just as easy for a quick weeknight dinner as it is for a big group before or after the Gabba.
Why Woolloongabba diners make the short trip
Our food comes down to technique. The pizza dough is cold-fermented for at least 72 hours before it hits the wood-fired oven, which is what gives the base its char and depth. The pasta is made in-house and changes with the season, from slow-cooked ragu in the cooler months to lighter plates in summer, and the wine list leans Italian with a few good Australian drops. We’re also one of the few Italian spots on the inner southside with both a fully licensed bar and a BYO wine policy (corkage per bottle, wine only).
Getting here from Woolloongabba
It’s about five minutes by car via Ipswich Road or Cavendish Road, and a rideshare from the Gabba is only a few dollars. Street parking around Holdsworth Street is usually easy. If you’d rather follow the map, find Factory 51 on Google Maps. By bus, TransLink route 61 stops at Coorparoo Square on Holdsworth Street, a short walk from our door.
What to order
Start with the antipasti board, with cured meats, house-marinated vegetables, fresh focaccia and seasonal bits. The wood-fired pizzas are the headline act on that 72-hour base, and the pasta is made fresh and rotates with the season. We handle gluten-free and vegetarian properly in the kitchen, not just on paper. If you’re chasing the best in the city, we make our case in the Best Pizza Brisbane guide.
Great for groups, before or after the Gabba
We’re set up for group dinners, which makes us a natural pre or post-match stop. One thing to know for bigger tables: groups of more than 10 order from a shared feast menu, so everyone eats together across the courses. The room seats up to 156, or 180 cocktail-style, and for something fully private our Function Venue Brisbane spaces handle birthdays, corporate dinners and milestone events. Bookings are recommended for groups, but walk-ins are welcome whenever there’s a table.
Planning a wedding or big event?
Factory 51 also runs as a Warehouse Wedding Venue Brisbane with in-house Italian catering for up to 156 seated or 180 cocktail-style. For Woolloongabba couples, it’s close to home while still feeling like a proper occasion.
Frequently asked questions
How far is Factory 51 from Woolloongabba?
We’re at 51 Holdsworth Street, Coorparoo, about 2 km or five minutes by car via Ipswich Road.
What are your hours?
We’re open for dinner from 5pm, Tuesday to Sunday, and closed Mondays.
Do you take group bookings?
Yes, from small tables up to large celebrations. Groups of more than 10 order from a shared feast menu. Email hello@factory51.com.au or call (07) 3324 0844, and book ahead for Friday and Saturday nights.
Is Factory 51 BYO?
Yes, BYO wine with corkage per bottle (wine only, no beer or spirits), alongside a full licensed bar.
Do you cater for dietaries?
Yes, with gluten-free pizza bases and pasta and dedicated vegetarian dishes. Just let us know when you book.
Further reading
Italian Restaurant South Brisbane · Italian Restaurant West End Brisbane · Italian Restaurant Coorparoo Brisbane · Best Pizza Brisbane
Italian Dining Near Woolloongabba
Woolloongabba is one of Brisbane’s busiest inner-south pockets — home to the Gabba, a steady stream of events, and a growing dining crowd. When you want a proper Italian meal away from the pre-game rush, Factory 51 in neighbouring Coorparoo is an easy few minutes away on Holdsworth Street. It is close enough to be a regular for Woolloongabba locals, and a calm, characterful alternative to the busier spots near the stadium.
Why It Works for the Gabba Crowd
Whether you are eating before an event or simply want a relaxed night out, the appeal is the same: handmade sourdough pasta, woodfired pizza and share-style Italian in a restored warehouse with genuine atmosphere. The menu is built for sharing — order a spread of antipasti, pasta and pizza and pass it around — and the most-ordered dish is the pan-fried gnocchi with pancetta, sage and truffle. It is a venue that suits a quick pre-event dinner or a long, unhurried evening equally well.
Easy to Reach, Easy to Park
Just minutes from Woolloongabba with easy parking, Factory 51 sidesteps the stadium-day scramble. Dine in, gather a group, or order pizza and pasta to take home. The kitchen caters for common dietary needs, and bookings are recommended — especially on weekends and around big events at the Gabba.
Woolloongabba Italian FAQs
How close is Factory 51 to Woolloongabba? Just a few minutes away in Coorparoo, at 51 Holdsworth Street.
Is it good before an event at the Gabba? Yes — it suits a relaxed pre-event dinner; just book ahead on event days.
Do you do takeaway? Yes — pizza and pasta are available to take home.
After Italian near Woolloongabba? Book a table at Factory 51 in Coorparoo.