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Top 19 bars in Brisbane City

Every bar on this list is ABN-verified against the Australian Business Register. Tap a listing for opening hours, contact details, and what they're best known for.

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#1

Malt Traders Market Street

Malt Traders Market Street functions as both a boutique liquor store and bar, providing a curated range of craft beers, sustainable wines, and rare spirits to customers.

Rated this month★ 4.9 (300)Craft beer and whisky enthusiastsOffice workers seeking after-work drinksLocal residents buying unique boutique labelsABN verified
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#2

Pompette

Pompette operates as a French-inspired champagne bar and bistro in Brisbane City, providing an extensive selection of wines, champagnes, and classic European culinary dishes for patrons.

Rated this month★ 4.8 (1,885)After-work drinks and corporate gatheringsIntimate dinners featuring French cuisineChampagne enthusiasts seeking rare labelsABN verified
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#3

Next Door

Next Door operates as a licensed bar in Brisbane City, providing a selection of Australian wines, craft beers and classic cocktails for patrons visiting the central business district.

Rated this month★ 4.8 (81)After-work drinks in the citySmall groups seeking quiet conversationVisitors exploring the central districtABN verified
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#4

Dark Shephard

Dark Shepherd operates as a Mediterranean-inspired bar and restaurant in Brisbane City, focusing on wood-fired lamb dishes and an extensive selection of curated international and local spirits.

Rated this month★ 4.7 (1,568)Corporate lunches and business dinnersFans of charcoal-grilled Mediterranean foodGroups seeking premium cocktails and spiritsABN verified
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#5

Death and Taxes

Death and Taxes is a cocktail bar in Brisbane City specialising in an extensive whisky collection and seasonal drinks within a heritage-inspired environment on Burnett Lane.

Rated this month★ 4.7 (1,462)Spirits enthusiasts seeking rare labelsIntimate evening drinks in the CBDAfter-work social gatherings for small groupsABN verified
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#6

Brew

Brew functions as a basement bar and cafe in Brisbane City, providing craft beer, wine, and cocktails alongside a focused menu of snacks and light meals for patrons.

Rated this month★ 4.6 (2,272)After-work drinks for corporate professionalsCasual meetings over coffee or beerSmall groups seeking a quiet atmosphereABN verified
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#7

French Martini

French Martini operates as a cocktail bar and dining venue in Brisbane City, providing a selection of signature drinks and French-inspired small plates for local patrons.

Rated this month★ 4.6 (203)Small groups seeking afternoon cocktailsPatrons wanting European-style bar snacksPre-theatre drinks near cultural precinctsABN verified
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#8

Aquitaine

Aquitaine provides a French-inspired beverage and dining experience overlooking the river, offering a selection of European wines, craft beers, and curated spirits alongside traditional bistro-style dishes.

★ 4.3 (866)Corporate lunches and afternoon drinksIntimate dinners with European influenceRiverfront social gatherings in the cityABN verified

Last reviewed Sep 2023

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#9

The Manhattan Line

The Manhattan Line operates as a specialized American-style bar in Brisbane City, providing a selection of craft beers, whiskies, and New York-inspired street food to local patrons.

Rated this month★ 4.3 (106)After-work drinks for corporate professionalsFans of American craft beer selectionsCasual dining with high-quality spiritsABN verified
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#10

Southbeach Social

Southbeach Social operates as a coastal-themed bar and restaurant in Brisbane City, providing casual dining options and alcoholic beverages overlooking the river and nearby Streets Beach.

Rated this month★ 4.2 (1,227)Large group social gatheringsWeekend drinks with riverfront viewsCasual dining near South Bank attractionsABN verified
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#11

Bar Bossa

Bar Bossa operates as a sophisticated drinking establishment in Brisbane City, offering a curated selection of cocktails, spirits, and wine within a relaxed urban setting.

Rated this month★ 4.1 (874)Corporate workers seeking after-office drinksSmall groups wanting a quiet conversationCocktail enthusiasts exploring local city barsABN verified
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#12

Hotel Diablo

Hotel Diablo functions as a specialised bar and liquor venue in Brisbane City, providing a selection of craft beverages and cocktails in a centrally located setting.

Rated this month★ 4.0 (61)After-work drinks in the CBDSmall groups seeking craft spiritsVisitors staying near Queen Street MallABN verified
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#13

The Sangira Bar

The Sangira Bar provides a dedicated space in Brisbane City for patrons to enjoy a variety of sangria blends alongside a curated selection of beers and spirits.

★ 4.0 (38)After-work drinks for city professionalsCasual group social gatheringsSangria enthusiasts seeking varied recipesABN verified

Last reviewed Mar 2026

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#14

Hua

Hua operates as a specialised bar in Brisbane City providing a range of alcoholic beverages and curated drinks for locals and visitors seeking a central social venue.

★ 3.9 (490)After-work drinks and corporate gatheringsSmall groups seeking intimate social settingsPatrons exploring the city nightlife optionsABN verified

Last reviewed Aug 2026

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#15

Fat Louie’s

Fat Louie’s operates as a central Brisbane dive bar providing affordable beverages, private karaoke rooms, and numerous pool tables for patrons seeking casual nightlife entertainment.

★ 3.7 (660)Large groups booking private karaoke sessionsStudents seeking budget-friendly inner-city drinksCasual players looking for available pool tablesABN verified

Last reviewed Jul 2025

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#16

Cicada Blue

Cicada Blue operates as an open-air rooftop bar in Brisbane City, providing a selection of premium spirits and cocktails overlooking the Brisbane River.

Rated this month★ 3.7 (175)After-work drinks for corporate professionalsVisitors exploring the Queen's Wharf precinctSocial gatherings seeking elevated outdoor viewsABN verified
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#17

Bourbon St

Bourbon St is a cocktail bar in Brisbane City that offers a diverse selection of spirits and mixed drinks in a setting inspired by New Orleans jazz culture.

★ 3.6 (620)Corporate groups seeking post-work drinksFans of American-style bar cultureLate-night patrons in the central business districtABN verified

Last reviewed Aug 2025

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#18

Burrito Bar

Burrito Bar in Brisbane City provides a range of Tex-Mex dishes alongside a full liquor service including margaritas, craft beers, and spirits in a casual urban setting.

Rated this month★ 3.6 (545)After-work drinks with colleagues and friendsCasual diners seeking Tex-Mex inspired beveragesLarge groups looking for affordable shared plattersABN verified
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#19

Jetty

Jetty operates as a licensed bar in Brisbane City providing a selection of craft beers, wines, and cocktails to patrons seeking a riverside beverage experience.

After-work drinks with colleaguesCasual weekend social gatheringsVisitors seeking riverfront viewsABN verified
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