Bars and Pubs
Plenty of bars and pubs with a variety of ambiences adorn the streets of Brisbane. The best spots to entertain yourself are definitely the Valley, New Farm, and West End, but you can find a good atmosphere in South Bank, Milton and Kangaroo Point as well.
The CBD is curiously not so lively, but a couple of pubs such as Chill on Queen, Belgian Beer Café Brussels and the Irish pub O’Malleys are great places for a drink.
The city also boasts bigger establishments which are extremely popular with locals and definitely worth a visit. Often old heritage building renovated in modern and practical venues, the following addresses are just a sample of what Brisbane has best to offer.
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The Normanby is a superb 19th century building entered in the Queensland Heritage Register and listed by the National Trust. The venue supports various events from Footy games on a big screen to live music in the beer garden. The restaurant offers gourmet dishes with both indoor and outdoor dinning, and bars and games are overflowing with lively people.
| Where: | 1 Musgrave Road, Red Hill QLD 4059 |
| Phone: | +61 (0)7 3831 3353 |
| Website: | Normanby |
The Caxton Hotel boasts a real sportsmen bar, a grill restaurant, a street café and games where you can try your luck. The atmosphere is always good, but it becomes exceptional with sporting events. Enjoy drinks and snacks while cheering for your best team. The Caxton Hotel is also right next door to the Suncorp Stadium. Supporters always stop by before a match spreading their unique and joyful enthusiasm.
| Where: | 38 Caxton Street, Petrie Terrace QLD 4000 |
| Phone: | +61 (0)7 3369 5544 |
| Website: | Caxton Hotel |
Built in 1886, the Regatta Hotel is a beautiful establishment classified by the National Trust of Queensland and entered in the Queensland Heritage Register. Here you can enjoy a delicious restaurant, a charming street café or simply munchies at one of the 3 bars. But above all the Regatta Hotel is a place where people go to relax and have fun in a vibrant atmosphere.
| Where: | 543 Coronation Drive, Toowong QLD 4064 |
| Phone: | +61 (0)7 3871 9595 |
| Website: | Regatta Hotel |
For a flavour of seaside style, head to Manly meeting place in the heart of the village. The Manly Hotel broadcasts coverage of sporting events around the different bars - don’t be shy to support your favourite team. Games are there for you to try your luck and live bands regularly play for every taste from folk to funk. Speaking of taste, you also have excellent lunch-dining options from a la carte to snacks.
| Where: | 54 Cambridge Parade, Manly QLD 4179 |
| Phone: | +61 (0)7 3249 5999 |
Built in 1889, in the French Renaissance style, The Breakfast Creek Hotel is entered into the Queensland Heritage Register. It is one of the few pubs in Australia to still serve beer 'off the wood' or out of wooden casks. Enjoy its renowned Steakhouse, public and private bars, and its bar-restaurant nestled in a subtropical garden.
| Where: | 2 Kingsford Smith Drive, Breakfast Creek QLD 4010 |
| Phone: | +61 (0)7 3262 5988 |
| Website: | Breakfast Creek Hotel |
Built in 1886, the Story Bridge Hotel is a stunning venue, where young businessmen come to share a drink after work. The ambiance is extremely pleasant, relaxed and suits all type of occasions. Whether you just feel like a beer or fancy on a romantic dinner, the Story Bridge Hotel caters for every mood. A la carte restaurant, grill restaurant, 2 bars, a bar-restaurant combined and games are available for your enjoyment.
| Where: | 200 Main Street, Kangaroo Point QLD 4169 |
| Phone: | +61 (0)7 3391 2266 |
| Website: | Story Bridge Hotel |
The Victory Hotel is situated in a big red building right in the heart of the city and delivers a real party atmosphere. Grill-bar, beer garden, games, and a pulsating dance-bar provide you with the greatest night out.
| Where: | 127 Edward Street Brisbane 4000 |
| Phone: | +61 (0)7 3221 0444 |
| Website: | Victory Hotel |
