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Brisbane's Most Fun Bars

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Updated: Jul 03, 2026

From mini-golf and arcade games to pool halls and chemistry labs, here are 12 Brisbane bars where drinks come with a side of fun:

Arcadium
Interior of Arcadium Spring Hill
An other-worldly immersive adventure-land and bar located in the basement of historic Dods House
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Netherworld
Netherworld Fortitude Valley
Netherworld in Fortitude Valley is Brisbane’s first arcade game bar and one that ticks all the boxes
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X-Golf
Interior of X-Golf South Bank showing children playing a game
X-Golf is a fully immersive indoor golf experience, where you can enjoy treats and themed tipples while you tee-off with friends
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Viscosity
Viscosity, Fortitude Valley
Viscosity is concocting fantasy cocktails and shooters in their science-themed bar, located within the heart of the Fortitude Valley
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Tiki Bar
Tiki Bar at The Jungle Adventure Play
Nestled between a giant skull and tiki totem poles in the middle of a jungle-themed mini-golf course is a secret Tiki Bar
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Holey Moley Golf Club
Holey Moley Golf Club Fortitude Valley
Holey Moley Golf Club is Brisbane’s most unique bar in a heritage-listed church with a retro-carnival-themed mini-golf course
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Rack City Pool Hall & Bar
Two men playing pool at Rack City Pool Hall & Bar
The go-to destination for pool enthusiasts, social butterflies, and anyone seeking a laidback yet vibrant social scene
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Oche
Oche Fortitude Valley
Oche is Brisbane's first dedicated darts bar in the heritage-listed Old Flour Mill in Fortitude Valley
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The Ballpark
Pool tables at The Ballpark Portside Wharf
A massive Australian-first sports and entertainment venue can be found in Portside Wharf
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Lost Souls Karaoke
Man with arms raised inside Lost Souls Karaoke Fortitude Valley
A quirky theme-park level karaoke bar where patrons have to sing their way out of purgatory
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Pawn & Co
Pawn & Co Fortitude Valley
A dazzling adult playground incorporating a perfumery and immersive cocktail bar, where all items of decor are for sale
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Dream Karaoke
Drinks at Dream Karaoke Brisbane CBD
Dream Karaoke is a stunning world-class karaoke experience in the heart of Brisbane CBD
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Still thirsty for more suggestions on where to grab a drink in Brisbane, head to our comprehensive Eat & Drink section HERE! Cheers!

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