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
Frog's Hollow Saloon
$$Bars in Hamilton, Brisbane.
Nok Nok • Cocktail Bar Brisbane
Bars in Fortitude Valley, Brisbane.
RITA'S
Cafes in Teneriffe, Brisbane.
Sea Legs Brewing Co
$Cafes in Kangaroo Point, Brisbane.
Dr Gimlette Brisbane
$$$Bars in New Farm, Brisbane.
Little Beirut
$$Relaxed restaurant dishing up Lebanese share plates, kebabs & veggie platters, plus cocktails.
Manly Deck
$$Laid-back venue with a terrace and pool tables, for buffet breakfasts and eclectic comfort food.
Story Bridge Hotel
$$Prime steaks, burgers and tapas in a renovated hotel from 1886, famed for its annual cockroach race.
Adelita Wine Bar
Restaurants in Wynnum, Brisbane.
Pineapple Hotel
$$Lively, long-standing pub with a steakhouse, contemporary glasshouse beer garden and several bars.
Antico Bar Brisbane
Bars in West End, Brisbane.
Joey's
$$Down-to-earth restaurant spotlighting Italian dishes, including pizza, pasta & seafood plates.
The Arsonist
Cafes in Manly, Brisbane.
The End Bar
$$Cosy bar with a stylish, relaxed vibe offering a wide range of craft brews & artisanal cocktails.
SASQUATCH BAR
$$Laid-back destination offering craft beers, plus tapas, bar snacks, pizzas & chicken wings.
Maker
$$$Bars in South Bank, Brisbane.
Milton Common
Restaurants in Milton, Brisbane.
Groundhog Social
$$Cafes in Wynnum, Brisbane.
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.