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
The Edinburgh Castle Hotel
$$Sprawling, modern bar featuring big-screen sports events, pool tables & classic pub grub menus.
Dark Red Wine Bar
Bars in New Farm, Brisbane.
The Terrace Rooftop Bar
Restaurants in Kangaroo Point, Brisbane.
Pig 'N' Whistle Brunswick Street
$$Easygoing bar with regular live music offering shared plates & global meals, plus cocktails.
Fielders Club
Bars in Wynnum, Brisbane.
Shaman
Bars in Kangaroo Point, Brisbane.
Lychee Lounge
$$Intimate bar with exotic accents and red lighting, serving imaginative cocktails, plus share plates.
Darling & Co
$$Cafes in Paddington, Brisbane.
Pier 88
Cafes in Manly, Brisbane.
Manly Boathouse
$$Modern Australian and seafood restaurant in a sprawling space with wooden floors and a high ceiling.
The Ballpark Portside
Bars in Hamilton, Brisbane.
At Sixes And Sevens
$$A stylish gastropub with hip decor, cosy nooks and outdoor space, serving Modern Australian fare.
Jolly Roger Bar Fortitude Valley
$$Bars in Fortitude Valley, Brisbane.
Cooper's Speciality Coffee and Tap House
$$Cafes in Manly, Brisbane.
Pitch and Fork
$Cafes in Toowong, Brisbane.
Flying Colours
Bars in West End, Brisbane.
Wynnum Tavern
$$Pub staples dished up in a roomy, modern hotel with a terrace, TAB facilities and kids' play room.
Aspley Hotel
$$Bars in Chermside, 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.