Must-Visit Brisbane Bars with Beer Gardens and Boozy Courtyards
Save cosy pub corners for winter — it's time to drink a brew out in the open.
Must-Visit Brisbane Bars with Beer Gardens and Boozy Courtyards
During much of the year in Brisbane, it's a shame to be sitting inside — and that's particularly true if you've got a drink in your hand. Luckily, this city of ours has a prime plethora of pubs and bars with seats either in the sun, shaded by greenery or just out in the fresh air.
Want a hidden courtyard in Woolloongabba? We know one. A sprawling openair space right by the river? We've got a few of those, too.
Save cosy pub corners for the couple of weeks each year that it's actually cold in Brisbane. Otherwise, enjoying a drink around town is all about the beer gardens and boozy courtyards.
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Food & DrinkRevel Brewing Co Rivermakers
Brisbane’s eastside has a new beer-drinking go-to — a second venue for this local brewery, complete with shady umbrellas, fairy lights, and karaage chicken and burgers on the menu.
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Food & DrinkKoala Tavern
After a $3-million revamp, this Redlands pub now boasts a fairy light-lit beer garden and a new-look bistro
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Food & DrinkValley Hops Brewing
Towering above Ann Street, this sky-high leafy oasis pairs Valley-brewed beers with pizzas, skewers and cheeseboards.
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Food & DrinkSalisbury Hotel
This southside spot is sporting a $1.6-million facelift — and a new leafy beer garden.
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Food & DrinkBrewDog DogTap Brisbane
The Scottish brewery's first Aussie outpost has arcade games, brunch fare and a bottle shop.
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Food & DrinkPurple Palm
This Palm Springs-inspired garden bar in Woolloongabba features a ten-foot wall of gin.
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Food & DrinkCrown Hotel
The Lutwyche Road pub has reopened after a sleek $2.4 million makeover, complete with a new beer garden and heritage pavilion.
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Food & DrinkRiverbar & Kitchen
Watch the boats slink down the river with an ice-cold cocktail in hand.
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Food & DrinkThe Prince Consort Hotel
This eight-in-one venue has taken over The Elephant's old digs.
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Food & DrinkBribie Island Hotel
Following a $2.2 million revamp, this refurbed hotel now boasts a big fairy light-lit beer garden.
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Food & DrinkPig 'N' Whistle Brunswick Street
British pub grub and ales on tap with a focus on Australian and New Zealand wines to boot.
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Food & DrinkWarehouse 25
Head here for next-level gin made on-site, stay for the late-night party vibes.
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Food & DrinkOsbourne Hotel
Everything old is new again as the Ann and Constance corner favourite returns to its original name, look and layout.
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Food & DrinkCanvas
A Woolloongabba stalwart that, despite opening in 2010, is still as good as ever.
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Riverland
Snack on street food and crack a brew while taking in some of the best views of the river.
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Food & DrinkEasy Times Brewing Company
This Logan Road craft beer pub serves up brews and tacos just across the road from the Gabba.
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Food & DrinkDarling & Co
Sustainable produce, dog-friendly garden and terrace cocktails in Paddington, darling.
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Food & DrinkFitz + Potts
There's more to this Nundah dive bar than its retro furniture and chilled-out vibe.
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Food & DrinkCleveland Sands Hotel
Cleveland's airy verandah pub overlooking Raby Bay features a 250-person beer garden.
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Food & DrinkStradbroke Island Beach Hotel
Nestled on the headland just a few short steps from the ocean.
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Food & DrinkThe Catchment Brewing Co
The West End craft brewery sprawls over two levels and boasts two laneways.
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Food & DrinkThe Pineapple Hotel
Don't be fooled by the fruity name, this pub does a mean steak with a solid selection of beer to wash it down.
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Food & DrinkThe Caxton Hotel
A legendary venue with proximity to both Suncorp Stadium and the Brissie CBD.
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Food & DrinkOxford 152
A pub that doesn't veer too far from its working-class roots, this local has something to offer to all — even breakfast.
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Food & DrinkBuffalo Bar
Just like walkin' into your local sports bar in Buffalo, New York, on 4th of July.