Brisbane's Most Popular Bars of 2021 So Far
These are the sky-high bars, waterside spots and game-filled hangouts you flocked to during the first half of this year.
Craving a decadent cocktail? Keen on a well-executed classic? Love nothing more than a nice (and ice) cold brew? Whichever fits, Brisbane has the answer. Across the city's old favourites and new spots alike, this town of ours knows how to cater to your beverage dreams. And, at some of them, they might even cook you up a feast for the ages while you sip inventive concoctions, local beers or world-class wines.
That's the type of fun you've gone searching for so far in 2021 — and these are the results. Our most-viewed bars and pubs of the year to date provides a snapshot of your recent faves, as well as a roadmap of places to visit if you haven't yet. As life in Brisbane settles into pandemic normality, head back to your pick of the bunch and say cheers to the city's most popular watering holes as chosen by your busily clicking fingers.
Image: Felons Brewing Co.
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BarArchie Brothers Cirque Electriq Toombul - CLOSED
1015 Sandgate Road, Nundah
A circus-themed arcade bar for kidults.
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BarThe Terrace
267 Grey Street, South Brisbane
A rooftop bar and dining terrace atop South Bank's Emporium Hotel.
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BarBrewDog DogTap Brisbane
77 Metroplex Avenue, Brisbane
Open since 2019, the Scottish brewery's first Aussie outpost has arcade games, brunch fare and a bottle shop.
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BariPONG Brisbane - CLOSED
547 Kessels Road, MacGregor
Play beer pong and darts — digitally, and over drinks.
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BarB. Lucky & Sons Fortitude Valley
315 Brunswick Street, Fortitude Valley
An adults-only arcade bar from the Holey Moley team.
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BarCovent Garden West End
142 Boundary Street, West End
Sample gins from around the world at this West End bar.
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BarOsbourne Hotel
766 Ann Street, Fortitude Valley
Everything old is new again since the Ann and Constance corner favourite returned to its original name, look and layout back in 2017.
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BarMr Percival's
5 Boundary Street, Brisbane City
The octagonal overwater spot at Howard Smith Wharves serves up seafood, spritzes and European beachside vibes.
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BarWill & Flow
59B Gardens Point Road, Brisbane City
Treasury Brisbane's all-day overwater bar serves up a seafood-heavy menu with coffee, spritzes and stellar river views.
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BarNetherworld
186 Brunswick Street, Fortitude Valley
Fortitude Valley's retro arcade and board game bar will ensure that you're never bored while sipping a pint.
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BarCielo Rooftop
209 Brunswick Street, Fortitude Valley
Sit on a rooftop, peer over Fortitude Valley and sip cocktails curated by one of Australia's best bars.
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BarStone & Wood Brewery Brisbane
99 Bridge Street, Fortitude Valley
The Byron Bay-based label has opened a brewery and taproom in a heritage-listed Valley building.
