3 Best Bars in Brisbane QLD

Expert recommended Top 3 Bars in Brisbane QLD. All of our bars face a rigorous 50-Point Inspection, which includes everything from checking reviews, ratings, reputation, history, complaints, satisfaction, trust and cost to the general excellence. Deadset the best!

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BLACKBIRD BAR & GRILL

Riverside Centre, 123 Eagle Street,
Brisbane QLD 4000 Directions

Since 2014

Specialty:

Sun Baker The Jazz Age New Money Iced Vovo The Don Honest Bootlegger Green Light Trans-Pacific Flight Flying Doctor Asahi Super Dry Brookvale Union 4 Pines Pacific Ale Balter Peroni Nastro Hard Rated Balter Hazy and Great Northern Super Crisp

Blackbird Bar & Grill opened its doors in 2014 and is operated by the well-known Brisbane hospitality group, the Ghanem Group. The bar has 180-degree views of the Brisbane River, from the Story Bridge to the Kangaroo Point Cliffs. Blackbird Bar, Dining and Events is the ultimate location for any celebration or occasion, with award-winning food, wine lists and service. Blackbird Bar also offers a seasonal bar menu in a relaxed, share-style dining option. They also cater to wedding functions and birthday parties. Blackbird Bar & Grill also has an outdoor seating facility and a private dining room.

2025 Update: Whether it’s business lunches, sundowner sessions, date nights, celebratory parties, or corporate functions, Blackbird delivers a sophisticated and exceptional experience every time.

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Lifetime Achievement Award- Queensland Restaurant & Catering Hostplus Awards for Excellence - 2022
Best Contemporary Australian Restaurant- Formal- Queensland & Northern Territory Restaurant & Catering Hostplus Awards for Excellence - 2021

Price:

Marinated Local Olives $12
Charcuterie Board $34
Spiced Mixed Bar Nuts $12
Shoestring Fries $15
Freshly Shucked Oysters $39 $78
Mac & Cheese Croquettes $12

Contact:

07 3229 1200

Mon-Sun: 11:30am - Late

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THE GRESHAM BAR

308 Queen Street,
Brisbane QLD 4000 Directions

Since 2013

Specialty:

NV Villa Sandi Prosecco Quartz Reef NV Méthode Traditionnelle Brut NV Taittinger Cuvée Prestige Champagne 2022 Gresham Pinot Grigio 2022 Gustave Lorentz Reserve Riesling (Coravin) 2024 Carousal Chenin Blanc 2023 Craggy Range Sauvignon Blanc 2024 Patrick Sullivan Chardonnay 2022 McHenry Hohnen ‘Laterite Hills’ Chardonnay (Coravin) 2023 Domaine Valfont Rosé AOP and 2024 Koerner Sangiovese/Vermentino (Chilled Red)

The Gresham Bar offers some of the country's highest calibre rum, whiskey and wine. The bar was opened in late 2013. They welcome people regardless of their wear, creating a more exciting clientele and dynamic within The Gresham. Their team provides one of the unique function venues in the heart of Brisbane, perfect for your next intimate event. The Gresham offers a wide range of rums, wines, cocktails, craft beers, and whiskies. Whether you are celebrating birthdays, corporate events, or brunch meetings, they have you covered. They work on a first-come, first-served serve. They are on a constant quest to purvey the finest beverages and bring them to Brisbane.

2025 Update: They also provide group bookings that consist of 18 members minimum spend applies.

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License ABN 84 161 002 115

Price:

Three Cheese Toastie $17.00
Reuben Toastie $18.00
Aged Prosciutto $25.00
Charcuterie Board $27.00
Add Second Cheese $8.00
Add Prosciutto $10.00

Contact:

0405 807 539

Mon-Fri: 11am - 2pm
Sat: 3pm - 2am
Sun: Closed

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BROOKLYN STANDARD

Eagle Lane,
Brisbane QLD 4000 Directions

Since 2014

Specialty:

Young Henry's Newtowner Mountain Goat Pale Ale 4 Pines Hazy Pale Ale Mountain Goat IPA Balter XPA Coors Draught Pabst Blue Ribbon Young Henry's Natural Lager Heads of Noosa Japanese Lager Estrella Young Henry's Apple Cider Brookvale Union Ginger Beer Bottles and Tinnies: Budweiser Stone and Wood Pacific Ale Young Henry's Stayer Coopers Light Heaps Normal Low ABV Fizz Seltzer and Part Time Ranger

Brooklyn Standard offers bands of all genres, such as Funk, Rock and Roll, Mariachi, Rockabilly, R&B, and everything in between. Their delectable American-inspired food menu will delight your palate. Brooklyn Standard is perfect for corporate events, work functions, Christmas parties, and birthday events. Brooklyn focuses on providing an experience with an extensive and well-curated drinks list, cracking live music every single night. They are open Monday to Saturday, and you can expect to find excellent live music 6 nights a week.

2025 Update: The bar has a capacity of 130 people, and there is no additional hire fee. They can accommodate all your audio and visual needs, and the stage is ideally suited for presentations and speeches.

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Australia's Best Live Music Bar in 2015, 2019 & 2021

Contact:

07 3221 1604

Mon-Thu & Sat: 6pm - Late
Fri: 4pm - Late
Sun: Closed

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