Best Bars in Brisbane (2026)
Looking for the best bars in Brisbane? We've rounded up 121 of the city's standout spots — from neighbourhood favourites to buzzy new openings. Every venue is ranked by our Spot Score, which weighs reputation, popularity and freshness, so you can book with confidence. Filter by suburb, price or what's open now to find your next go-to.
121 spots
The Scratch Bar
$$Cheery watering hole serving draught and bottled craft beers, plus cheese platters and BYO food.
Death and Taxes Brisbane
$$$Craft cocktail bar in Brisbane City with over 1,000 spirits, custom drinks, wine and craft beer in an old-world setting.
Winghaus Edward Street
$$Sports bar in Kangaroo Point known for chicken wings, pub food, and an extensive beer selection.
Miss Demeanour Laneway Bar
$$Burgers, light bites & cocktails in a stylish underground hot spot with a rustic feel.
Tetto Rooftop Bar
$$Chic rooftop bar serving up cocktails & mocktails, plus snacks, entrees & desserts.
Cobbler
$$$Cocktails and 300 types of whiskey, plus BYO food, in a trendy haunt with industrial-chic flair.
Newstead Brewing Co Airport Taphouse
Breweries in Teneriffe, Brisbane.
Savile Row
$$$Upscale multi-level venue providing an extensive whisky & cocktail list in old-world surroundings.
The Gresham Bar
$$Premium rum, whiskey & wines in a venerable bar that also serves progressive craft cocktails.
Doo-Bop Bar
$$Bars in South Bank, Brisbane.
Cedar & Pine Bar
$$Bars in Wynnum, Brisbane.
Riverland Brisbane
$$Cocktails & street food are served at this funky riverside venue in restored shipping containers.
The Cumberland
$$Bars in Manly, Brisbane.
Brooklyn Standard
$$Cosy New York-themed basement bar offering cocktails & live bands playing blues, funk & soul.
Lefty's Music Hall
$$Live bands in a hip, saloon-style bar with fabric-draped ceilings, mounted deer heads & a mezzanine.
The Junk Bar
$$Live music & cocktails in a cosy space with eclectic lounges, retro wallpaper & vintage lamps.
Before + After
$$Bars in South Bank, Brisbane.
Antico Bar Brisbane
Bars in West End, Brisbane.
Bars in Brisbane — FAQs
What are the best bars in Brisbane?+
Our top-rated bars in Brisbane are ranked by our Spot Score, which combines Google ratings, review volume, category fit and how recently we verified the details. The highest scorers appear at the top of this page.
How is the Brisbane bars ranking decided?+
We blend independent signals — Google star ratings and review counts, popularity, the quality of available information and freshness — into a single Spot Score out of 100. It's an editorial score, not a paid placement.
Can I filter bars by suburb or price?+
Yes. Use the filters to narrow by suburb, minimum rating, price level, whether a place is open now, and features like dog-friendly or outdoor seating.
How many bars are listed in Brisbane?+
We currently feature 121 bars across Brisbane and surrounding suburbs, and we add and re-check venues regularly.