Best Bars in Brisbane (2026)
Looking for the best bars in Brisbane? We've rounded up 203 of the city's standout spots — from neighbourhood favourites to buzzy new openings. Every venue is ranked by our Spot Score, which weighs reputation, popularity and freshness, so you can book with confidence. Filter by suburb, price or what's open now to find your next go-to.
203 spots
KatsuCo Toowong
Cafes in Toowong, Brisbane.
Holey Moley Golf Club Chermside
Bars in Chermside, Brisbane.
Kingpin Chermside
Bars in Chermside, Brisbane.
Fosh Bar & Restaurant
Cafes in Hamilton, Brisbane.
Melrose Restaurant & Rooftop Bar
Cafes in Bulimba, Brisbane.
NAÏM
$$Stylish restaurant serving reimagined, traditional flavours from the Mediterranean & Middle East.
The Scratch Bar
$$Cheery watering hole serving draught and bottled craft beers, plus cheese platters and BYO food.
El Camino Cantina Chermside
$$Restaurants in Chermside, Brisbane.
Brunswick Hotel
$$Airy, split-level pub with a modern feel and outdoor areas, for international pub grub and karaoke.
Shucks Bar
$$Restaurants in Wynnum, Brisbane.
The Burrow
$$Vibrant, colourful place with chalk art, locally roasted coffee, craft beers and creative pizzas.
Death and Taxes Brisbane
$$$Custom cocktails, wine & craft beer served in an old-world bar adorned with 1,000+ spirit bottles.
The Bavarian Chermside
$$Specialty ales, plus schnitzels & other European comfort food, in a convivial atmosphere.
Manly Hotel
$$Vibrant hotel offering a sports bar, a bistro & a beer garden, plus a gaming lounge.
Ach Wine Bar
Restaurants in Hamilton, Brisbane.
Miss Demeanour Laneway Bar
$$Burgers, light bites & cocktails in a stylish underground hot spot with a rustic feel.
Savile Row
$$$Upscale multi-level venue providing an extensive whisky & cocktail list in old-world surroundings.
Riverland Brisbane
$$Cocktails & street food are served at this funky riverside venue in restored shipping containers.
Bars in Brisbane — FAQs
What are the best bars in Brisbane?+
Our top-rated bars in Brisbane are ranked by our Spot Score, which combines Google ratings, review volume, category fit and how recently we verified the details. The highest scorers appear at the top of this page.
How is the Brisbane bars ranking decided?+
We blend independent signals — Google star ratings and review counts, popularity, the quality of available information and freshness — into a single Spot Score out of 100. It's an editorial score, not a paid placement.
Can I filter bars by suburb or price?+
Yes. Use the filters to narrow by suburb, minimum rating, price level, whether a place is open now, and features like dog-friendly or outdoor seating.
How many bars are listed in Brisbane?+
We currently feature 203 bars across Brisbane and surrounding suburbs, and we add and re-check venues regularly.