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
Fat Angel Sports Bar and Grill
Pubs in Brisbane CBD, Brisbane.
Lychee Lounge
$$Intimate bar with exotic accents and red lighting, serving imaginative cocktails, plus share plates.
Beach House Bar & Grill CBD
$$Easygoing, modern restaurant & bar for casual dining on bistro classics like steak & seafood.
Embassy Hotel
$$Boutique beer and hearty pub grub in a cosy, old-school space with vintage prints and a mezzanine.
Ric's Bar + Backyard
$Buzzy live music venue with regular gigs, plus a menu focusing on steaks and Tex-Mex classics.
Mr. Mista
Bars in Fortitude Valley, Brisbane.
Flying Colours
Bars in West End, Brisbane.
Frank’s Social Club
Bars in Paddington, Brisbane.
Patio by Range | Rosalie & Paddington Bar
Bars in Paddington, Brisbane.
Bar Alto
$$Riverbank restaurant in a converted power station, for modern Italian food in a contemporary space.
Aizome Bar
Bars in West End, Brisbane.
Salt Bar Hamilton
Bars in Hamilton, Brisbane.
Bar Miette
Bars in New Farm, Brisbane.
Noir Paddington
Bars in Paddington, Brisbane.
Alice Bar
$$Bars in West End, Brisbane.
Summa House
$$Bars in Fortitude Valley, Brisbane.
Tapworks Chermside
$$Bars in Chermside, Brisbane.
Barbossa Bar & Bottle Shop
$$Cafes in South Bank, Brisbane.
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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.