12 Bars Worth Your Time in Fortitude Valley, Brisbane
Fortitude Valley's bar scene offers something for most tastes, from cocktail-focused spots to live music venues and rooftop drinks. Here are 12 venues worth exploring in the valley.
1
Bars Fortitude Valley1. Savile Row
If you're after a polished bar experience in the Valley, this venue lands near the top of the local list.
View venue4.7(908)· Google$$$$66Spot ScoreWorth a Look2
Bars Fortitude Valley2. Nok Nok • Cocktail Bar Brisbane
For craft cocktails in Fortitude Valley, this dedicated cocktail bar is a solid choice.
View venue4.9(187)· Google64Spot ScoreWorth a Look3
Bars Fortitude Valley3. Greaser
A reliably popular spot on the Valley's bar strip if you want a casual night out.
View venue4.6(496)· Google$$$$63Spot ScoreWorth a Look4
Bars Fortitude Valley4. Hey Chica!
Brings a different vibe to Fortitude Valley's drinking scene—worth checking out if you're exploring the neighbourhood.
View venue4.4(1,484)· Google$$$$63Spot ScoreWorth a Look5
Bars Fortitude Valley5. Chattahoochee Joes Honky Tonk
If you're after live music and a country-themed atmosphere in the Valley, this honky tonk delivers on that brief.
View venue4.7(334)· Google63Spot ScoreWorth a Look6
Bars Fortitude Valley6. The Wickham
A long-standing Valley favourite that keeps drawing crowds for good reason.
View venue4.3(1,878)· Google$$$$63Spot ScoreWorth a Look7
Bars Fortitude Valley7. Black Bear Lodge
Another solid entry on the Fortitude Valley bar circuit if you're looking for somewhere unpretentious.
View venue4.5(430)· Google$$$$62Spot ScoreWorth a Look8
Bars Fortitude Valley8. Tomcat
A compact bar option in the Valley that regulars return to regularly.
View venue4.5(559)· Google$$$$62Spot ScoreWorth a Look9
Bars Fortitude Valley9. Finney Isles
Rounds out the Valley's mid-range bar options with decent local standing.
View venue4.7(216)· Google62Spot ScoreWorth a Look10
Bars Fortitude Valley10. QUIVR
A distinctive spot on the Valley bar map if you're after something a bit different from the mainstream.
View venue4.9(106)· Google62Spot ScoreWorth a Look11
Bars Fortitude Valley11. Suzie Wongs Good Time Bar
True to its name, this is a casual drinks spot that doesn't take itself too seriously.
View venue4.5(417)· Google$$$$61Spot ScoreWorth a Look12
Bars Fortitude Valley12. Cielo Rooftop
The main appeal here is the rooftop location—ideal if you want to drink with a view of Fortitude Valley.
View venue4.3(943)· Google61Spot ScoreWorth a Look
At a glance
| Venue | Spot Score | Price | Suburb | Top feature | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Savile Row | 66/100 | 4.7(908) | $$$ | Fortitude Valley | — |
| Nok Nok • Cocktail Bar Brisbane | 64/100 | 4.9(187) | — | Fortitude Valley | — |
| Greaser | 63/100 | 4.6(496) | $$ | Fortitude Valley | — |
| Hey Chica! | 63/100 | 4.4(1,484) | $$ | Fortitude Valley | — |
| Chattahoochee Joes Honky Tonk | 63/100 | 4.7(334) | — | Fortitude Valley | — |
| The Wickham | 63/100 | 4.3(1,878) | $$ | Fortitude Valley | — |
| Black Bear Lodge | 62/100 | 4.5(430) | $$ | Fortitude Valley | — |
| Tomcat | 62/100 | 4.5(559) | $ | Fortitude Valley | — |
| Finney Isles | 62/100 | 4.7(216) | — | Fortitude Valley | — |
| QUIVR | 62/100 | 4.9(106) | — | Fortitude Valley | — |
| Suzie Wongs Good Time Bar | 61/100 | 4.5(417) | $$ | Fortitude Valley | — |
| Cielo Rooftop | 61/100 | 4.3(943) | — | Fortitude Valley | — |
Frequently asked questions
Are all these bars in Fortitude Valley?+
Yes, all 12 venues listed are located in Fortitude Valley, Brisbane.
Which of these bars is best for cocktails?+
Nok Nok • Cocktail Bar Brisbane is specifically positioned as a cocktail bar and is worth trying if that's what you're after. Savile Row also scores highly on the local list.
Is there a bar with views?+
Cielo Rooftop offers rooftop drinking with views across the Valley.
Which bars have live music?+
Chattahoochee Joes Honky Tonk is known for a live music atmosphere. The Wickham is also a popular live music venue in the Valley, though you should confirm current entertainment schedules.
What's the best time to visit Fortitude Valley bars?+
That depends on what you're after. Weekends tend to be busier across all venues. If you want to check out live music, verify event schedules with individual bars first.
Keep exploring
Brisbane guides
neighbourhoodThings to Do in Milton, Brisbane: The Local Guide
Milton is an inner-western suburb of Brisbane, just a short trip from the CBD. It mixes dining and wellness options with easy access to green space, and it's well known as the home
Read guide →
roundupBrisbane Nightlife: The Best Bars & Live Music
Brisbane's nightlife spreads well beyond the city centre, with Fortitude Valley long established as the after-dark heart of the live music scene and pockets of bars, pubs and brewe
Read guide →roundupFree Things to Do in Brisbane
Brisbane is one of those cities where you don't need to spend a cent to fill a day. Between the riverside parklands, the free public galleries clustered around South Bank and the l
Read guide →The best of Brisbane, in your inbox
New openings, hidden gems and weekend ideas. One thoughtful email a week. No spam.