Best Bars Brisbane 2026 — Top Venues & Rooftop Bars

Brisbane Pubs and Bars 2026 — Overview

Brisbane's bar scene has transformed dramatically over the past decade — the city now has internationally recognised cocktail bars, a thriving craft beer scene and some of Australia's best rooftop bars. Here's a guide to Brisbane's best pubs and bars in 2026.

Rooftop Bars

• The Terrace (W Hotel) — 81 North Quay, Brisbane CBD. Rooftop pool bar with Brisbane River views. Premium cocktails and elevated city views. marriott.com
• Eleven Rooftop Bar — 99 Elizabeth Street, Brisbane CBD. Rooftop cocktail bar in the heart of the CBD with panoramic city views. elevenrooftop.com.au

Howard Smith Wharves

Brisbane's most dramatic bar precinct — heritage wharves at the foot of the Story Bridge. Mr Ibis (rooftop at the Story Bridge Hotel side), Felons Brewing Co (waterfront craft brewery — Brisbane River views, excellent craft beer). felonsbrewingco.com.au

Craft Beer

• Newstead Brewing Co — 85 Doggett Street, Newstead. Brisbane's most acclaimed craft brewery with waterfront location. newsteadbrewing.com.au
• Green Beacon Brewing Co — 26 Helen Street, Teneriffe. Heritage woolstore craft brewery. greenbeacon.com.au

Fortitude Valley

The Valley's Brunswick Street, Ann Street and Chinatown Mall have Brisbane's most concentrated nightlife. Cloudland (Ann Street — heritage-listed building, multiple bar levels, spectacular architecture), The Brightside (Warner Street, Fortitude Valley — live music venue).

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