Brisbane's Best Outdoor Bars, Restaurants and Cafes

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Published on September 03, 2016
Updated on January 20, 2023
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    The Triffid

    9 Stratton Street, Newstead

    Bands, beers and burgers. It doesn't get much better than that.

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    Eagles Nest

    21 Lambert Street, Kangaroo Point

    The best view of Brisbane, from 12 storeys up.

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    Red Robin Supper Truck

    639 Wynnum Road, Morningside

    Burgers worth trekking for.

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    Bar Alto

    Level 1 Brisbane Powerhouse, 119 Lamington Street, New Farm

    Life is beautiful on the upper deck of the Brisbane Powerhouse.

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    Regatta Hotel

    543 Coronation Drive, Toowong

    Drink riverside at this Brisbane institution with a jam-packed history.

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    Factory 51

    51 Holdsworth Street, Coorparoo

    Industrial meets rustic.

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    Petrichor & Co

    1/33 Racecourse Road, Hamilton

    A suburban cafe with a South American twist.

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    The Charming Squire

    133 Grey Street, South Brisbane

    A fitting ode to the roguish convict turned brewer whose beers still hit the spot.

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    Hawthorne Garage

    285 Hawthorne Road, Hawthorne

    Hard to miss for the big red truck outside, this grocer, deli and cafe is open from 6am-8pm, seven days a week.

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    Fitz + Potts

    1180 Sandgate Road, Nundah

    There's more to this Nundah dive bar than its retro furniture and chilled-out vibe.

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    Sandstone Point Hotel

    1800 Bribie Island Road, Sandstone Point

    Join the revelry at this expansive waterside pub.

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    Atalanta Bar and Greek - CLOSED

    Shop 905, 47 Hercules Street, Hamilton

    All the pita, haloumi and baklava to make you feel miles out of Brisbane.

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    Gerard's Bistro - CLOSED

    15 James Street, Fortitude Valley

    A retro yet exotic space created by the Moubarak brothers, who also brought us Lychee Lounge and Laruche.

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    Pompidou Cafe

    216 Riding Road, Balmoral

    Open for breakfast and lunch seven days a week, Pompidou Cafe is yet another popular cafe and bistro in the 4171 postcode. With its sunlit interior and well shaded back deck, breakfast is Pompidou’s busiest time. Like so many establishments in the area, it tends to be packed on weekend mornings with those after a […]

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    Harveys Bar and Bistro

    4/31 James Street, Fortitude Valley

    Harveys is a charming bistro on James St, New Farm, that is all about the little details.

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    The Manhattan Line

    3A Little Stanley Street, South Bank

    A straight line to everything deep-fried and smothered in sauce.

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    The Village Social

    1188 Sandgate Road, Nundah

    Who doesn't like their dive bars accompanied by a splash of local history?

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    South Bank Surf Club - CLOSED

    30AA Stanley Street Plaza, South Brisbane

    Surf club dining in surf-less South Bank.

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    Jamie’s Espresso Bar

    49 James Street, Fortitude Valley

    Jamie's simple approach to the complex art of liquid gold is second to none.

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    Popolo

    3 Sidon Street, Southbank

    Located in the new Sidon Street/River Quay precinct on the riverfront at South Bank, Popolo has refined the art of river-watching and wine drinking.

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    Watt Bar and Restaurant - CLOSED

    119 Lamington Street, New Farm

    A brilliant riverside drinking and dining space below the Powerhouse.

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    The Little Larder - CLOSED

    76 Moray Street, New Farm

    Venture off New Farm's beaten breakfast track and find a brekky goldmine.

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    The Fishmonger's Wife - CLOSED

    48 Orchard Street, Hawthorne

    Fish grilled, coated in panko bread crumbs, beer-battered or even gluten-free battered.

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    Kingsleys - CLOSED

    Riparian Plaza, 71 Eagle Street, Brisbane

    If steak and crab are your thing, you will find little to complain about here.

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    Breakfast Creek Hotel

    2 Kingsford Smith Drive, Albion

    With 12 cuts of prime Queensland beef and 400 varieties of rum, The Breakfast Creek Hotel still has the goods, even after 130 years.

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    Aquitaine

    Sidon Street, South Bank

    Perhaps boasting the best charcuterie in Brisbane and at just $19, they’re not taking your money for a ride.

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    Southern Attitude - CLOSED

    189 Oxford Street, Bulimba

    Southern Attitude brings a humble slice of the South to Oxford Street.

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    Elixir Rooftop Bar - CLOSED

    646 Ann Street, Fortitude Valley

    Brisbane is a great place to be outside; may rooftop bars like this reign.

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    Nativo Kitchen and Wine Bar - CLOSED

    The Barracks, 61 Petrie Terrace, Brisbane

    An all-day Italian diner in The Barracks perfect for a pre- or post-movie dinner or drink.

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    Southbank Beer Garden

    30ba Stanley Plaza, South Brisbane

    Steaks, brews and parkland views, inner-city oasis style.

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    L'arte - CLOSED

    185 Riding Road, Hawthorne

    Great coffee, great food and great people. Indulge in the lovely Lárte experience.

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    Bunker Coffee

    21 Railway Terrace, Milton

    A hole-in-the-wall coffee shop located in a real WWII bunker.

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    Canvas

    16B Logan Road, Woolloongabba

    A Woolloongabba stalwart that, despite opening in 2010, is still as good as ever.

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    La Quinta Mexican Cafe y Bar - CLOSED

    Shop 1/189, Oxford Street, Bulimba

    When it comes to ordering, each table has a tiny flag and pole, which can be ‘raised’ when you’re ready.

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    Swampdog - CLOSED

    186 Vulture Street, South Brisbane

    Swampdog: good for you, good for me, good for the sea

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    Pablo - CLOSED

    893 Brunswick Street, New Farm

    A hole-in-the-wall cafe that punches above its weight.

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    Ze Pickle Burleigh Heads

    Corner Of Park Avenue And Connor Street, Burleigh Heads

    The truth is, you’re probably not cool enough to drink at Ze Pickle – but that shouldn’t stop you.

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    Lokal + Co

    6 O'Connell Street, Brisbane

    Brisbane's first Nordic-inspired eatery.

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    Stradbroke Island Beach Hotel

    East Coast Road, Point Lookout

    Nestled on the headland just a few short steps from the ocean.

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    Ric’s Bar

    321 Brunswick St , Fortitude Valley

    Still as delightfully divey as ever - and now with beer on tap and good sound.

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    Lennons Pool Terrace & Bar at NEXT Hotel — TEMPORARILY CLOSED

    72 Queen Street, Brisbane

    Lennons Pool Terrace & Bar is a breath of fresh air (literally) when it comes to the Brisbane bar scene.

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    Customs House

    399 Queen Street, Brisbane

    Indulge with friends and feel like royalty at Customs House's decadent high tea.

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    Bavarian Bier Cafe

    45 Eagle Street, Brisbane

    Weissbier, weiner schnitzel and wonderful views over the river.

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    Limes Hotel Rooftop Bar

    142 Constance Street, Fortitude Valley

    Even though Melbourne is the city famous for rooftop bars, it's Brisbane's balmy weather which makes it an ideal city to host roof top soirees.

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    Milani House of Gelato

    53 Racecourse Road, Hamilton

    Go there after dinner and you will be lucky to find a table – find yourself in this situation however, and you can always get a takehome tub.

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    Cartel

    1/2 Caxton Street, Brisbane

    The only bar in Brisbane that delivers in hops, Han Solo and hair.

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    Little Bloomfield Cafe and Wine Bar

    21 Bloomfield Street , Cleveland

    Because any time is a good time for coffee and wine.

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    Bitter Suite

    75 Welsby Street, New Farm

    The feel of a UK local pub — with standout, inventive food added.

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    Collective Kitchen & Bar - CLOSED

    369 Ann Street, Brisbane

    Your new weekday coffee, dinner and drinks spot with a view.

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    Cliffs Cafe - CLOSED

    29 River Terrace, Kangaroo Point

    Spectacular views and food to match, Cliffs Cafe offer a special outdoors dining experience.

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    The Hope & Anchor

    267 Given Terrace, Paddington

    Get nautical, English-style.

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    London Fields - CLOSED

    Corner Of Montague Road And Raven Street, West End

    This West End gastropub is a little slice of Britain.

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    Miel Container

    96 Albert Street, Brisbane

    Chock full of vegies, oozing brie and basil pesto, you could certainly say my beef pattie was in a good place between two bits of brioche.

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    Black Bird Bar & Grill - DUPLICATE

    123 Eagle Street, Brisbane

    Brisbane's riverside favourite has some of the best views in the city.

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    Lucky Egg Fried Chicken - CLOSED

    322 Brunswick Street, Fortitude Valley

    All the buttermilk fried chicken and blue cheese sauce wings you can guzzle.

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    Kith 'n' Chow

    96 Gaynesford Street, Mount Gravatt

    Two words: breakfast platter.

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    Eleven Rooftop Bar — TEMPORARILY CLOSED

    Level 11, 757 Ann Street, Fortitude Valley

    Boasting 270-degree views, private booths and share plates in Fortitude Valley.

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    Mecca Bah - CLOSED

    1000 Ann Street, Fortitude Valley

    Mecca Bah is an oasis serving 'infusion cuisine' influenced by the flavours of Morocco, the Middle East and North Africa.

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    The German Club

    416 Vulture Street, East Brisbane

    If you are not there for the pork knuckle (though it must be to accompany someone who is) there is something for you too: schnitzel

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    Paddock Bakery

    20 Hibiscus Haven, Miami

    Paddock Bakery is quick becoming known for its semi-sourdough doughnuts.

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    Medley Cafe & Restaurant

    62 Wharf Street, Kangaroo Point

    Enjoy a delicious global-inspired meal with a delightful Brisbane view.

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    Lock 'n' Load - CLOSED

    142 Boundary Street, West End

    The folks at Lock ‘n’ Load can whip up a seriously satisfying breakfast, crank out some excellent live music, pour you a delicious beer and make you a mean cocktail.

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    Mister Paganini - CLOSED

    172 Grey Street, South Brisbane

    South Bank's fun Italian restaurant and takeaway deli.

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    Cove Bar and Dining - CLOSED

    River Quay, Sidon Street, South Bank

    The perfect place for an afternoon graze while watching the sun go down.

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