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Brunswick St Bar Crawl

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Updated: Apr 21, 2026

The bar crawl down Brunswick Street will take you to 15 of the best bars, from rooftops to basements, exotic themed bars and bars with secret entrances:

Cielo Rooftop Bar

Cielo Rooftop Bar brings chic Italian coastal vibes and sweeping views to its perch above Brunswick Street

Netherworld

Netherworld in Fortitude Valley is Brisbane’s first arcade game bar and one that ticks all the boxes

Night Market

Night Market is a stunning neon lit Pan Asian bar restaurant serving delicious street eats and insta-worthy cocktails, hidden behind a rustic wooden door

Greaser Bar

Greaser is a secret subterranean bar of retro American-style cool in the cellar of a 130-year-old heritage Fortitude Valley building

The Sound Garden

The Sound Garden is a stunning, mammoth 2-storey atrium bar in the heart of Fortitude Valley

Spice Nightlife

Spice Nightlife is a glamorous subterranean restaurant bar and club - the go-to for exquisite food, cocktails and good times in the base of the old Sun Building

Blute's Bar

Blute's Bar is bringing booze, pub tucker, sports and good vibes to the centre of Brisbane’s Fortitude Valley, on Brunswick Street.

Black Bear Lodge

Upstairs above the old Cosmo Coffee Shop is this Twin Peaks meets Blue Velvet bar

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A pocket-sized Marvel comic-book inspired bar hidden away off California Lane

Nok Nok BNE

A tiny elegant tropical-themed bar tucked away behind an arched green door with brass knocker

Enigma Nightclub

Enigma Nightclub is an immersive party destination located in the heart of Fortitude Valley's bustling Brunswick St Mall

Iris Rooftop

This luxurious Spanish-inspired rooftop bar & restaurant has sweeping views of the city, the Valley and beyond

Bar Taco

Bar Taco is a funky tequila bar housed in an old art deco shop on Brunswick Street, Fortitude Valley

Bonnie Doon Public House

Bonnie Doon Public House is a convivial 2-storey neighbourhood bar occupying an historic corner shop on Brunswick St Fortitude Valley

The Magee Pub & Dining

The Magee Pub & Dining is a funky gastropub, beer garden and restaurant, occupying a landmark heritage-listed Fortitude Valley store

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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