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Brisbane's Best Northside Bars

Updated: May 14, 2026

Brisbane's northern suburbs are scattered with some convivial and unique bars, from funky microbreweries to small bars. Here's 12 of the best:

Ruby's Wine Shop

This funky, hole-in-the-wall wine spot, Ruby's Wine Shop is Albion's best-kept secret

The Village Social

The Village Social is a convivial little dive bar in Nundah that is packed to the vine-clad rafters with character

Archer Brewing

A mega microbrewery located in a landmark re-purposed World War II hangar with a bar made from an Ansett 727

All Inn Brewing

All Inn Brewing is a boutique brewery and beer garden in Banyo with 11 beers and cider on tap, visiting food trucks and live music

Brendale Brewing Co

Brendale Brewing Co. is a cool taproom and microbrewery tucked away in north Brisbane's warehouse district

Flat Lizard Brewing

A secret craft brewery and bar tucked away in a cul-de-sac of commercial and industrial buildings in Stafford

The Ballpark

A massive Australian-first sports and entertainment venue can be found in Portside Wharf

Wilston Village Bar

This inner northside village has this convivial pub-style eatery and bar that is a fave with locals

Happy Valley Brewing Company

Happy Valley Brewing Company is a microbrewery and bar, open to the public from Wednesday through Sunday

Sasquatch Bar & Eatery

Sasquatch Bar & Eatery in Chermside combines two of the greatest flavours - craft beer and a charcoal grill

Substation No 41 Rum Bar

An old electricity substation at the Breakfast Creek Hotel is home to one of the world's biggest rum bars, Substation no.41 Rum Bar

Ach Wine Bar Bistro

A chic modern wine bar and bistro serving exquisite Levantine-inspired cuisine that is worth travelling for

Still hungry for more suggestions on where to eat out in Brisbane, head to our comprehensive Eat & Drink section HERE! Happy grazing!

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