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
Iris Rooftop
Stylish destination atop the Hotel X featuring Mediterranean cuisine, a bar & a pool with cabanas.
Wynnum Manly Leagues Club
Restaurants in Wynnum, Brisbane.
Soapbox Beer
Pubs in Fortitude Valley, Brisbane.
Stones Corner Hotel
$$Busy, rustic-chic pub with a beer garden, for craft beer and bistro staples, plus trivia and comedy.
The Ship Inn
$$A relaxed gastropub specialising in local lamb, with a snug dining room and a laid-back beer garden.
Jolly Roger Bar Fortitude Valley
$$Bars in Fortitude Valley, Brisbane.
Darling & Co
$$Cafes in Paddington, Brisbane.
Fat Angel Sports Bar and Grill
Pubs in Brisbane CBD, Brisbane.
The Terrace Rooftop Bar
Restaurants in Kangaroo Point, Brisbane.
The Kenmore
$$Expansive tavern with contemporary architecture & decor, plus an airy bistro for upscale pub grub.
Lychee Lounge
$$Intimate bar with exotic accents and red lighting, serving imaginative cocktails, plus share plates.
Caxton Street Brewing Company
Pubs in Milton, Brisbane.
Manly Boathouse
$$Modern Australian and seafood restaurant in a sprawling space with wooden floors and a high ceiling.
Fielders Club
Bars in Wynnum, Brisbane.
Finn McCool's Fortitude Valley
$$Pubs in Fortitude Valley, Brisbane.
Pig 'N' Whistle Brunswick Street
$$Easygoing bar with regular live music offering shared plates & global meals, plus cocktails.
At Sixes And Sevens
$$A stylish gastropub with hip decor, cosy nooks and outdoor space, serving Modern Australian fare.
Brooklyn Depot, Southbank, Brisbane
$$Pubs in South Bank, Brisbane.
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.