Bar Brutus
2/49 Melbourne St, South Brisbane QLD 4101, Australia
Open nowToday 16:00 – 00:00 · by the venue's published hoursFull hours
Bar Brutus is a bar located on Melbourne Street in South Brisbane. It holds a Google rating of 4.8 stars from 138 reviews, indicating strong customer satisfaction. The venue sits within South Bank's dining and entertainment precinct.
Practical details
Opening hours
Open now- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- 16:00 – 00:00
- Wednesday
- 16:00 – 00:00
- Thursday
- 16:00 – 00:00
- FridayToday
- 16:00 – 00:00
- Saturday
- 14:00 – 00:00
- Sunday
- 14:00 – 00:00
Why it's worth checking out
Bar Brutus sits on Melbourne Street in the heart of South Bank, a neighbourhood known for its vibrant social scene and riverside location. With a 4.8-star rating from 138 reviews, the venue has clearly built a solid reputation among Brisbane locals and visitors alike.
While specific details about the bar's signature drinks, music program or decor aren't confirmed in available sources, the consistent positive feedback suggests it delivers a worthwhile experience that keeps people coming back.
It's a natural fit if you're exploring South Bank's bar precinct—whether you're after a casual drink with friends, a stop-off during a night out, or simply want to check out a well-regarded local spot. The South Bank location makes it easy to pair with other riverside attractions or a meal elsewhere in the neighbourhood.
Good to know
- Located on Melbourne Street in South Brisbane's entertainment precinct
- Highly rated on Google with 4.8 stars from 138 reviews
- Part of South Bank's bar and dining scene
Best for
Spot Score
The Spot Score is our composite of five signals — two about the venue's standing with visitors and three about how complete and current this listing is. It is not a visitor rating and not a verdict on the food or the experience. The 4.8 from 138 reviews is Google's visitor rating, shown separately and never altered by us.
About the venue · from Google
- ReputationGoogle star rating, smoothed for review count
- 86
- PopularityHow many Google reviews it has
- 65
About this listing · our record
- Information qualityWebsite, menu and structured details on file
- 30
- Category fitHow well it matches its listed category
- 70
- FreshnessHow recently we last checked our sources
- 30
Last checked against sources 17 June 2026.
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Bar Brutus located?+
Bar Brutus is located at 2/49 Melbourne Street, South Brisbane QLD 4101, in the South Bank precinct.
What is Bar Brutus's Google rating?+
Bar Brutus has a 4.8-star rating on Google based on 138 customer reviews.
Is Bar Brutus a good spot for a night out?+
Yes, Bar Brutus is well-regarded and sits within South Bank's vibrant bar and entertainment scene, making it suitable for social drinks and evening outings.
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