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12 Great Pubs Across Brisbane: Where to Drink Local
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12 Great Pubs Across Brisbane: Where to Drink Local

Brisbane's pub scene spreads across neighbourhoods from the riverside venues of Kangaroo Point to the craft-focused spots in Fortitude Valley and West End. Whether you're after a neighbourhood local, a brewery taproom, or a river view, here are 12 pubs worth visiting.

  1. Manly Hotel — Manly, Brisbane1
    Pubs Manly

    1. Manly Hotel

    A reliable neighbourhood spot in Manly if you're looking for a straightforward pub experience in Brisbane's eastern suburbs.

    67
    Spot Score
    Worth a Look
    4.6(2,724)· Google$$$$
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  2. Capalaba Tavern — Manly, Brisbane2
    Pubs Manly

    2. Capalaba Tavern

    Another solid neighbourhood option, also in Manly, for a casual drink without venturing into the city centre.

    67
    Spot Score
    Worth a Look
    4.6(3,474)· Google$$$$
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  3. Brunswick Hotel — New Farm, Brisbane3
    Pubs New Farm

    3. Brunswick Hotel

    Positioned in New Farm, this pub offers an accessible alternative to the busier inner-city venues.

    67
    Spot Score
    Worth a Look
    4.6(1,813)· Google$$$$
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  4. Johnny Ringo's — Kangaroo Point, Brisbane4
    Pubs Kangaroo Point

    4. Johnny Ringo's

    Located in Kangaroo Point, this venue gives you a riverside neighbourhood pub option away from the CBD.

    67
    Spot Score
    Worth a Look
    4.6(1,988)· Google$$$$
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  5. Soak Bathhouse - West End — Manly, Brisbane5
    Pubs West End

    5. Soak Bathhouse - West End

    A West End spot worth exploring if you're after something a bit different in the inner-west precinct.

    67
    Spot Score
    Worth a Look
    4.6(2,301)· Google
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  6. The Raven Hotel — West End, Brisbane6
    Pubs West End

    6. The Raven Hotel

    Another West End option, handy for those exploring Brisbane's bohemian riverside neighbourhood.

    66
    Spot Score
    Worth a Look
    4.7(831)· Google$$$$
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  7. All Inn Brewing Co — Chermside, Brisbane7
    Pubs Chermside

    7. All Inn Brewing Co

    Combines pub atmosphere with craft brewing at this Chermside venue, ideal if you want to taste beers brewed on-site in the northern suburbs.

    65
    Spot Score
    Worth a Look
    4.8(397)· Google$$$$
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  8. Working Title Brew Co. — Hamilton, Brisbane8
    Pubs Fortitude Valley

    8. Working Title Brew Co.

    A brewery-pub hybrid in Fortitude Valley that appeals if you want craft beer in Brisbane's energetic inner-city precinct.

    64
    Spot Score
    Worth a Look
    4.7(366)· Google
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  9. Osbourne Hotel — Fortitude Valley, Brisbane9
    Pubs Fortitude Valley

    9. Osbourne Hotel

    A Fortitude Valley pub for those who want to be in the heart of Brisbane's entertainment district.

    64
    Spot Score
    Worth a Look
    4.4(1,906)· Google$$$$
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  10. Story Bridge Hotel — Kangaroo Point, Brisbane10
    Pubs Kangaroo Point

    10. Story Bridge Hotel

    Kangaroo Point's riverside location makes this pub a natural spot if you want views and a local vibe.

    64
    Spot Score
    Worth a Look
    4.4(3,458)· Google$$$$
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  11. Green Beacon Brewing Co. — Teneriffe, Brisbane11
    Pubs Teneriffe

    11. Green Beacon Brewing Co.

    A Teneriffe brewery-pub option that puts you in the west-side creative precinct with craft beer on tap.

    63
    Spot Score
    Worth a Look
    4.5(621)· Google
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  12. Oxford 152 — Bulimba, Brisbane12
    Pubs Bulimba

    12. Oxford 152

    Located in Bulimba, this pub suits a riverside visit on Brisbane's slower-paced eastern side.

    63
    Spot Score
    Worth a Look
    4.3(2,200)· Google$$$$
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At a glance

VenueSpot ScoreGooglePriceSuburbTop feature
Manly Hotel67/1004.6(2,724)$$Manly—
Capalaba Tavern67/1004.6(3,474)$$Manly—
Brunswick Hotel67/1004.6(1,813)$$New Farm—
Johnny Ringo's67/1004.6(1,988)$$Kangaroo Point—
Soak Bathhouse - West End67/1004.6(2,301)—West End—
The Raven Hotel66/1004.7(831)$$West End—
All Inn Brewing Co65/1004.8(397)$$Chermside—
Working Title Brew Co.64/1004.7(366)—Fortitude Valley—
Osbourne Hotel64/1004.4(1,906)$$Fortitude Valley—
Story Bridge Hotel64/1004.4(3,458)$$Kangaroo Point—
Green Beacon Brewing Co.63/1004.5(621)—Teneriffe—
Oxford 15263/1004.3(2,200)$$Bulimba—

Frequently asked questions

Which Brisbane pubs have their own breweries?+

All Inn Brewing Co (Chermside), Working Title Brew Co. (Fortitude Valley), and Green Beacon Brewing Co. (Teneriffe) all combine pub operations with craft brewing.

Which pubs offer a riverside location?+

Johnny Ringo's, Story Bridge Hotel and Soak Bathhouse - West End are positioned near water, though the exact river views and proximity vary.

Are there pubs in central Brisbane?+

Fortitude Valley has Osbourne Hotel and Working Title Brew Co., both within the CBD's entertainment precinct.

Which suburbs have multiple pubs on this list?+

Manly has two (Manly Hotel and Capalaba Tavern), West End has two (Soak Bathhouse and The Raven Hotel), and Kangaroo Point has two (Johnny Ringo's and Story Bridge Hotel). The rest are single venues in their respective suburbs.

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