Brisbane
Whisky fans will weep tears of joy at the sight of Cobbler's imposing bar, graced with over 450 whiskies from around the globe. Channelling a speakeasy…
Must-see nightlife in Brisbane
Brisbane
High-school mates Gerard Martin and Matt McIver are behind this smart, low-key brewery. There's no core range of regular ales here. Instead, the boys…
Brisbane
The red neon sign sets the tone: 'If the music is too loud, you are too old'. Loud, live funk, soul or rockabilly is what you get at this rocking cellar…
Fortitude Valley
Not too Brit and not too Celtic (just enough of each), this vast elephant-coloured pub in the heart of Fortitude Valley does a little bit of everything:…
Brisbane
Hidden away in industrial Albion, this is one of the city's top micro-roasteries, with a trio of signature blends and a handful of single origins sourced…
Brisbane
We love Campos' flagship Brisbane roastery-cafe for numerous reasons, from the spacious, tropical-chic fit out and free wi-fi to the slightly longer…
Brisbane
While the coffee at this outdoor kiosk – right on car-free Goodwill Bridge – is perfectly drinkable, it's the commanding river-and-skyline view that…
Fortitude Valley
True to its name, dim-and-skinny Bowery evokes downtown Manhattan with its exposed brickwork, gilded mirrors, booths and foot-worn floorboards. Nurse a…
Fortitude Valley
Queue up for one of Brisbane’s biggest and mightiest clubs. The music here is phenomenal, with multiple dance floors, a rooftop bar and elite DJs from Oz…
Brisbane
Hipsters, mocha stout and Morrissey on the turntable: this former Trash Video store is now a loud, brooding hang-out for indie-centric West Enders…
Brisbane
Mr & Mrs G spoils guests with curving floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the river, skyline and Story Bridge. It's a casually chic affair, with…
Bloodhound Corner Bar & Kitchen
Fortitude Valley
Starting life as a grocery store, this 19th-century pile is now a new-school Valley bar with a solid selection of rotating craft beers. Vintage brick…
Brisbane
Hiding out on a quiet New Farm backstreet is this lofty red-brick warehouse, reborn as an effervescent beer barn. Guzzle from more than 60 craft brews, a…
Brisbane
Kick-ass speciality coffee, brewed all day and all through the night: this ink-loving, head-banging legend is a godsend for people craving a decent cup…
Fortitude Valley
The Valley's grand old dame continues to draw a chilled, down-to-earth LGBTIQ+ and queer-friendly crowd for lazy, easy boozing. It's a sprawling, multi…
Brisbane
What was an old boxing gym in the shadow of Story Bridge is now Kangaroo Point's first microbrewery, the passion project of five engineering mates…
Brisbane
What was once a bus depot is now a pumping microbrewery, its 12 taps pouring six standard house brews, one cider and five seasonal beers. For an…
Pablo & Rusty's Coffee Roasters
Brisbane
In Brisbane's financial heartland, glass-and-timber Pablo & Rusty's pours beautiful brews for coffee connoisseurs. Options include espresso, batch brew,…
Brisbane
Whether you're hankering for a Brisbane chilli-choc porter, a Melbourne American IPA or a Sydney guava gose, chances are you'll find it pouring at this…
Fortitude Valley
Occupying a warehouse washed with geometric street art, this Valley micro-roaster pulls everyone from thirsty local tradies to Brisbane's coffee…
Brisbane
In sharp contrast to the roaring traffic outside, Eva Shao's temple to speciality coffee is uncluttered and soothing. Edibles are limited to croissants…
Brisbane
Sink into the lush furniture at this moody, opium-den-inspired cocktail lounge, where lemon myrtle and Tasmanian amaro give negronis a local accent, and…
Brisbane
The Gallery of Modern Art's casual, breezy bistro is a blissful spot for an energising coffee or, better still, a cooling vino. Tables face South Bank's…
Brisbane
Dressed in iron lacework and prettier than a wedding cake, this 1874 pub is a Brisbane institution. Directly opposite the Regatta CityCat ferry terminal,…
Fortitude Valley
Behind its spray-painted facade, buzzing, airy Campos pours some of the best coffee in town. Espresso-based single origins and house blends aside, the…
Brisbane
Aloha and welcome to paradise… Well, at least to Brisbane's only proper tiki bar. An intimate, hand-built bamboo hideaway pimped with wood-carved stools,…
Fortitude Valley
Oh, hello! Fancy seeing you here! A top spot for those who like the idea of clubbing but find the reality a bit deflating, this convivial club is…
Brisbane
Built in 1889 and sporting an eclectic French-Renaissance style, the iconic Breakfast Creek Hotel includes a beer garden and an art-deco ‘private bar’…
Fortitude Valley
What rooftop Elixir lacks in views it makes up for in ambience. Hurry up the stairs for a sultry, tropical playpen of lush leaves, flickering tealights,…
Brisbane
Trailblazing laneway bar Super Whatnot remains one of Brisbane's coolest drinking holes, an industrial, split-level playpen in the shell of a former…
Brisbane
Looking out at the river, skyline and City Botanic Gardens, lofty Bar Spritz arguably has the best view of Brisbane. It’s a casual, shaded, al-fresco…
Brisbane
With its rotating fans, potted palms and Latin-American staff, moody Gertie’s wouldn't look out of place in Havana or Buenos Aires. It's a justifiable hit…
Brisbane
A chilled-out spot for an afternoon ale or cocktail jug with friends, Riverbar & Kitchen is true to its name, down by the muddy Brisbane River at the base…
Brisbane
While the space itself is a little peculiar (the gym flooring reveals its previous life), the floor-to-ceiling view is undisputedly shashing. Perched atop…
Brisbane
Keeping Paddington awake, this roaster-cafe is one of several Merlos around town (a local success story). Bite a biscuit or sniff at some slice, but what…
Fortitude Valley
Part of the sprawling Bunk Backpackers complex, Birdees fills, predictably, with hedonistic backpackers. Head up for three bars, a swimming pool and…
Fortitude Valley
French for ‘the hive’, split-level Laruche is indeed buzzing, with a decadent, outrageous fit-out and chilled, eye-candy crowds downing cocktails and…
Brisbane
Down a deadend alley, cavernous, buzzing Brew pours decent coffee and serves simple food (tapas, pastas, sliders) to go with the black stuff. Wines,…
Brisbane
Beneath the bridge at Kangaroo Point, this beautiful 1886 pub and beer garden is perfect for a pint after a long day exploring. Regular live music (see…