Best Pubs in Brisbane (2026)
Looking for the best pubs in Brisbane? We've rounded up 185 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.
185 spots
Sea Legs Brewing Co
$Cafes in Kangaroo Point, Brisbane.
Southside Restaurant
Cafes in South Brisbane, Brisbane.
Frog's Hollow Saloon
$$Bars in Hamilton, Brisbane.
Mobo Restaurant
$$Cafes in Kangaroo Point, Brisbane.
Pineapple Hotel
$$Lively, long-standing pub with a steakhouse, contemporary glasshouse beer garden and several bars.
RITA'S
Cafes in Teneriffe, Brisbane.
The Arsonist
Cafes in Manly, Brisbane.
remy's
$$Gourmet breakfasts, burgers & malt shakes in a compact cafe with a lively outdoor area.
Story Bridge Hotel
$$Prime steaks, burgers and tapas in a renovated hotel from 1886, famed for its annual cockroach race.
Maker
$$$Bars in South Bank, Brisbane.
Deery's Restaurant | steak + wine
Restaurants in Kangaroo Point, Brisbane.
The End Bar
$$Cosy bar with a stylish, relaxed vibe offering a wide range of craft brews & artisanal cocktails.
Adelita Wine Bar
Restaurants in Wynnum, Brisbane.
Little Beirut
$$Relaxed restaurant dishing up Lebanese share plates, kebabs & veggie platters, plus cocktails.
Hellcat Maggie Laneway Bar and Kitchen
$$Pubs in Brisbane CBD, Brisbane.
Manly Deck
$$Laid-back venue with a terrace and pool tables, for buffet breakfasts and eclectic comfort food.
Osbourne Hotel
$$Lively fixture for cocktails, craft beer & global fare, plus outdoor seating & live sports on TV.
Covent Garden - Gin Bar & Restaurant
$$Fashionable restaurant offering small plates, seasonal dishes & gluten-free fare, plus 400 gins.
Pubs in Brisbane — FAQs
What are the best pubs in Brisbane?+
Our top-rated pubs 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 pubs 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 pubs 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 pubs are listed in Brisbane?+
We currently feature 185 pubs across Brisbane and surrounding suburbs, and we add and re-check venues regularly.