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…
Must-see nightlife in Brisbane & Around
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…
Point Lookout Surf Life Saving Club
Brisbane & Around
On weekend afternoons, locals and in-the-know out-of-towners head here to kick back on the outdoor deck, sipping cheap beers and soaking up the…
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…
Brisbane
An oval-shaped marble bar, black lacquered floorboards and charcoal-coloured walls conjure up a deliciously sinister atmosphere here – enough of an excuse…
Fortitude Valley
Pumping and popular, TBC pulls in some big name on the local and international dance and electronic music scenes. Acts who have hit the decks to date…
Fortitude Valley
Looking more like a hang-out for aliens than journos (picture sci-fi bar stools and glowing chandeliers), Press Club sets an offbeat scene for cocktails,…
Fortitude Valley
The combination of craft beer, giant Jenga and 4m shuffleboard table is not lost on Millennials, who stream into this big, polished playpen to let the…
Fortitude Valley
Minigolf, in a church, with cocktails awaits at Holey Moley (best booked ahead). Order a Hook, Lime and Drinker (tequila, agave, fresh lime and kaffir…
Brisbane
Down a grungy, graffiti-spangled driveway off George St sits Bean, a dark, indie-spirited cafe with a mish-mash of furniture, lamps and rotating…
Brisbane
Upstairs in the heritage Port Office building, this slick steak restaurant has an equally polished wine bar overlooking the laneway out the back…
Brisbane
The Caxton St strip off Petrie Tce used to be hip, but these days it's mostly a low-rent collection of strip cubs and kebab joints. But the old yellow…
Brisbane
Surrounded by major roads at the end of Petrie Tce, this handsome 1889 red-brick pub harbours a great beer garden under a vast fig tree. Mourn the fading…
Fortitude Valley
Whisky is the star attraction at Sabotage, an affable drinking hole with cherry-red chesterfields, gilded walls, a '90s-heavy playlist and a sweet, timber…
Brisbane
If you're getting dry and desperate in South Bank, the old Plough offers a mainstream pubby experience: wailing '80s rock, hefty meals, a big beer terrace…
Brisbane & Around
Fancy a cheeky pint? This affable, spruced-up pub offers all the standards, from mainstream and craft beers, to quality steaks and rugby on the telly.
Brisbane
A divey, no-frills pub with pool tables, drag shows, 'camp karaoke' and an 'interesting' cast of characters.
Brisbane
Sporting pressed-tin wall panels, exposed brickwork and a cast of craft beers, this 1928-built boozer has no shortage of backpackers on the loose from the…
