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15 Best Bars on Brisbane's Bayside

Updated: Aug 27, 2026

From bars on rooftops and jetties to historic pubs and chic wine bars, here are 15 of the best bars on Brisbane's bayside:

The Shed

A charming teahouse by day, cocktail bar by night, in an historic red-doored shed tucked away down a laneway

Grand View Hotel

One of Queensland’s oldest licensed pubs has has had a stunning multi-million dollar makeover whilst retaining some of its historical charm

Full Moon Hotel

The award winning hotel enjoys stunning views of Moreton Island, the Glasshouse Mountains, the city and the harbour

Cardigan Bar

Cardigan Bar, a cool and quirky drinking establishment, adds an inner-city vibe to seaside Sandgate

Mr Henderson

Mr Henderson bar inhabits an old cobbler’s shop in the main shopping precinct near the picturesque town square

Manly Boathouse

This stunning white seafront restaurant and bar features a chic beach resort-inspired interior with views of Manly harbour and the bay

Bluebottle Cocktail & Tapas Bar

A neighbourhood bar made for Manly locals to enjoy inventive cocktails, live music and delicious tapas

Waterloo Bay Hotel

Waterloo Bay Hotel is an historic bayside hotel that has been a local gathering spot since 1889

Craft Brew House

Craft Brew House is a small, craft beer bar that is a first for the Brisbane bayside suburb of Birkdale

Sunny's Rooftop Bar

The bayside's best-kept secret is this boutique rooftop bar with breathtaking views

Cedar & Pine

Cedar & Pine is a cool bayside bar with an awesome garden out back, serving delicious tapas and share plates

Adelita Wine Bar

Adelita is a chic wine and tapas bar on Brisbane's bayside, boasting fabulous food, wine, sea breezes & water views

Jumping Goats Bar

Jumping Goats Bar is the first small bar to open in the charming bayside suburb of Margate

The Deck Bar

Overlooking the beautiful waters of the bay at Shorncliffe, The Deck Bar is the ultimate Friday afternoon ritual

The Belvedere Hotel

Since 1901 this landmark bayside hotel with stunning water views has been a destination for visitors

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