Brooklyn Standard
Eagle Ln, Brisbane City QLD 4000, Australia
Open nowToday 17:00 – 03:00 · by the venue's published hoursFull hours
Cosy New York-themed basement bar offering cocktails & live bands playing blues, funk & soul.
Practical details
Opening hours
Open now- Monday
- 18:00 – 00:00
- Tuesday
- 18:00 – 00:00
- Wednesday
- 18:00 – 00:00
- Thursday
- 18:00 – 01:00
- FridayToday
- 17:00 – 03:00
- Saturday
- 18:00 – 03:00
- Sunday
- Closed
Why it's worth checking out
Brooklyn Standard captures the intimate, dimly-lit charm of a New York basement bar—the kind of place where brick walls, low ceilings and vintage fixtures set a distinctly moody atmosphere. It's the sort of venue that draws a mix of locals looking for an after-work drink and visitors keen on a bit of old-school cocktail culture.
The bar is known for its live music programme, with blues, funk and soul bands playing regularly. Pair that with a well-made cocktail and you've got a night built around genuine entertainment rather than just background noise. The 4.5-star rating across 1,565 Google reviews speaks to consistent quality and execution.
Brooklyn Standard suits a casual night out with mates, a date, or anyone after live music in an atmospheric setting. It's the kind of place to visit midweek when the crowd is more relaxed, though weekends draw a livelier bunch. Located on Eagle Lane in Hamilton, it's accessible from the CBD and makes a natural stop if you're exploring Brisbane's bar scene beyond the main stretch.
Good to know
- Basement venue, so it has an intimate, cave-like feel
- Live music is a regular feature—check ahead for the band schedule
- New York-inspired aesthetic and cocktail-focused drinks menu
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 4.5 from 1,565 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
- 80
- PopularityHow many Google reviews it has
- 97
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 18 June 2026.
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
Frequently asked questions
What kind of music does Brooklyn Standard feature?+
The bar hosts live bands playing blues, funk and soul music regularly.
What is the vibe like at Brooklyn Standard?+
It's a cosy basement bar styled after New York speakeasies, with dim lighting and an intimate atmosphere.
Does Brooklyn Standard serve food?+
The venue is known for cocktails. We don't have confirmed details about food offerings—contact the bar directly to check.
Where is Brooklyn Standard located?+
It's located on Eagle Lane in Hamilton, Brisbane, close to the CBD.
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