Best Bars in Brisbane (2026)
Looking for the best bars in Brisbane? We've rounded up 125 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.
From rooftop and laneway bars to intimate cocktail dens, Brisbane rewards a bit of wandering after dark. The picks below cover the spectrum — wine bars, craft cocktails and buzzy late-night spots alike.
125 spots
Holey Moley Golf Club Chermside
An elevated bar and entertainment venue at Chermside with outdoor dining, offering a lively atmosphere on Level 2 at the corner of Gympie and Hamilton Roads.
Kingpin Chermside
Kingpin Chermside is a vibrant bar in Brisbane's Chermside suburb, known for live music and a gallery space.
The Scratch Bar
$$A cheerful craft beer bar in Milton serving draught and bottled brews, cheese platters, and welcoming BYO food.
Miss Demeanour Laneway Bar
$$Burgers, light bites & cocktails in a stylish underground hot spot with a rustic feel.
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.
Tetto Rooftop Bar
$$Chic rooftop bar serving up cocktails & mocktails, plus snacks, entrees & desserts.
Riverland Brisbane
$$Cocktails & street food are served at this funky riverside venue in restored shipping containers.
Cedar & Pine Bar
$$Bars in Wynnum, Brisbane.
Savile Row
$$$Upscale multi-level venue providing an extensive whisky & cocktail list in old-world surroundings.
Doo-Bop Bar
$$Bars in South Bank, Brisbane.
The Gresham Bar
$$Premium rum, whiskey & wines in a venerable bar that also serves progressive craft cocktails.
Cobbler
$$$Cocktails and 300 types of whiskey, plus BYO food, in a trendy haunt with industrial-chic flair.
Newstead Brewing Co Airport Taphouse
Breweries in Teneriffe, Brisbane.
Before + After
$$Bars in South Bank, Brisbane.
Lefty's Music Hall
$$Live bands in a hip, saloon-style bar with fabric-draped ceilings, mounted deer heads & a mezzanine.
Brooklyn Standard
$$Cosy New York-themed basement bar offering cocktails & live bands playing blues, funk & soul.
The Junk Bar
$$Live music & cocktails in a cosy space with eclectic lounges, retro wallpaper & vintage lamps.
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Read guide →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 125 bars across Brisbane and surrounding suburbs, and we add and re-check venues regularly.