The Best Bars in Brisbane for 2026

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The Best Bars in Brisbane for 2026

From meticulously crafted cocktails and award-winning wine lists to intimate aperitivo spots and heritage whisky dens, these venues prove that drinking well doesn’t (have to) mean shouting over the music.

+81 Aizome Bar

Ten seats, imported ice, and cocktails built on precision, not garnish.

Wineology

Eat and drink at the bar, then take your favourite bottles of wine home with you.

Wineism

Part wine bar, part bottle shop and part classroom, Wineism is quietly reshaping how Brisbane drinks and talks about wine.

La Lune Wine Co

With a generous wine list, rotating by-the-glass pours and a food offering designed to match, La Lune is serious about wine without taking itself too seriously.

Savile Row

Refined cocktails, a deep spirits list and intimate lounges await behind the orange door.

Death and Taxes Brisbane

With hundreds of whiskies, an illustrated cocktail list and a heritage setting, Death & Taxes is a Brisbane classic for a reason.

Bar Francine

With an ever-changing Euro-leaning menu and a strong by-the-glass list, Bar Francine nails relaxed dining done properly.

Bar Brutus

An Italian-leaning aperitivo bar serving spritzes, wine and spuntini in a compact, relaxed setting.

Cru Bar + Cellar

This polished wine bar offers award-winning lists, cellar tastings and a welcome sense of calm.

Bar Miette

Andrew McConnell's hospitality empire has arrived in Brisbane with this Euro-leaning terrace cafe and wine bar.

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