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A guide to the best bars in South Brisbane, from historic pubs to laneway bars and elegant wine bars, all independently reviewed by Must Do Brisbane.

Entry to Lane's End Bar
South Brisbane
Lane's End Bar
Lane's End Bar is bringing Hollywood Charm, James Bond-inspired style and seriously good cocktails to South Brisbane
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Hotel Terminus exterior
South Brisbane
Hotel Terminus
The iconic hotel at Fish Lane in South Brisbane reopens with its original name as a world-class, multi-level dining, events and entertainment precinct
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Pool with people siting on Lina Rooftop, South Brisbane
South Brisbane
Lina Rooftop
Lina Rooftop is a jaw-dropping beach club style rooftop bar/restaurant with infinity pool and sweeping views
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Facade of The Rose & Crown South Brisbane
South Brisbane
The Rose & Crown
The Rose & Crown brings a cool London pub vibe to a landmark heritage-listed Queenslander
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Circular atrium garden space out front of Midtown Bar South Brisbane
South Brisbane
Midtown
Midtown is a swish intimate New York style bar serving top-notch food, boutique wine and two-sip martinis
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People sitting at tables inside Bar Rosa South Brisbane
South Brisbane
Bar Rosa
A buzzy elegant Italian bar and eatery serving wine and outstanding food and opposite the Queensland Museum
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Interior of Eleven Bridges Gin Bar, South Brisbane
South Brisbane
Eleven Bridges Gin Bar
Eleven Bridges is Brisbane's latest gin bar and distillery, offering over 100 boutique botanicals
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Exterior at night of Bar Brutus Fish Lane South Brisbane
South Brisbane
Bar Brutus
This tiny 8-seater laneway bar brings an elegant touch of Italy to Fish Lane in South Brisbane
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Woman walking into Maeve Wine Bar, South Brisbane
South Brisbane
Maeve Wine Bar
Maeve is an art deco Euro-style wine bar occupying the top floor of a heritage-listed bank in South Brisbane
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Seating and view of Brisbane CBD from The Terrace Hotel Emporium South Bank
South Bank
The Terrace
The Terrace is Brisbane’s most luxurious rooftop bar with jaw-dropping 180 degree views all the way out to Moreton island
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Drinks in glasses and three plates of food at Barbossa Bar & Bottleshop
South Brisbane
Barbossa Bar & Bottleshop
Barbossa Bar & Bottle Shop is shaking up Caribbean-inspired cocktails and cooking up island-vibed tapas
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South Brisbane
The Doll House
The Doll House is shaking up delicious cocktails in their ambient and edgy cocktail bar, located on the ground floor of Chu The Phat in South Brisbane.
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Bar at La Lune Wine Co Fish Lane
South Brisbane
La Lune Wine Co
La Lune Wine Co is a classy little French-style wine bar tucked away in South Brisbane's Fish Lane
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Taps at Saccharomyces Beer Café
South Brisbane
Saccharomyces Beer Cafe
Saccharomyces Beer Café is a cool designer beer hall in Fish Lane, South Brisbane, serving craft beers and eats until midnight
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Drink on counter at Maker South Brisbane
South Brisbane
Maker
Maker is a chic and intimate hole-in-the-wall bar reminiscent of those found in Barcelona’s back alleys, tucked away in Fish Lane
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The Charming Squire South Bank
South Brisbane
The Charming Squire
The Charming Squire opens its floor-to-ceiling glass doors to a microbrewery and casual and up-market dining
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