Best Bars in West End
Looking for the best bars in West End? We've gathered 13 standout spots in this corner of Brisbane, each ranked by our independent Spot Score so the strongest picks rise to the top. West End has its own character, and the bars here reflect it — from neighbourhood favourites locals keep to themselves to places worth a special trip across town. Use the filters to narrow by price, rating, what's open right now and the features that matter to you, then open the map to plan your visit around what else is nearby. We re-check details regularly, so opening hours and information stay current.
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.
13 spots in West End
Cobbler
$$$Cocktails and 300 types of whiskey, plus BYO food, in a trendy haunt with industrial-chic flair.
Lefty's Music Hall
$$Live bands in a hip, saloon-style bar with fabric-draped ceilings, mounted deer heads & a mezzanine.
Antico Bar Brisbane
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The End Bar
$$Cosy bar with a stylish, relaxed vibe offering a wide range of craft brews & artisanal cocktails.
Bosc
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Archive
$$Craft beers in a trendy bar and bistro with comfy sofas, bookshelves and comic-strip wallpaper.
Lychee Lounge
$$Intimate bar with exotic accents and red lighting, serving imaginative cocktails, plus share plates.
Flying Colours
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Alice Bar
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Come to Daddy
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Aizome Bar
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Mirrorball Ministries
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Jungle Tiki Bar, West End, Brisbane
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Bars in West End — FAQs
What are the best bars in West End?+
The bars in West End listed here are ranked by our Spot Score — our independent editorial rating out of 100, combining reputation, popularity, category fit and how recently we verified the details. The highest scorers appear first.
How many bars are there in West End?+
We currently feature 13 bars in West End, and we add and re-check venues regularly so the list stays current.
How do I get to West End in Brisbane?+
West End is one of Brisbane's neighbourhoods — open any venue's page for its exact location, nearby public-transport stops and a map. See our Getting Around guide for tickets and fares.