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Brisbane's Best New Bars

2021

Updated: Sep 01, 2023

From a 1920's Shanghai speakeasy, glamorous Italian aperitivo bars, a vintage tram bar and a rooftop microbrewery, 22 of the best new bars to open in Brisbane in 2021:

Valley Hops Brewing

A gorgeous garden rooftop bar and brewpub perched on top of Fortitude Valley's most glamorous bar

1st Edition

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

Dr Gimlette

A splendid bespoke cocktail bar in the stunningly converted base of a heritage multi-level warehouse

Granddad Jack's Craft Distillery

This stunning rustic distillery and bar serves barrel aged cocktails and has its own greenhouse

Cindy Chow's Theatre & Cocktail Bar

A stunning subterranean bar inspired by the glamorous 1920's speakeasy bars of old Shanghai

Brewtide

Brewtide is a huge craft brewery and cocktail bar with adjacent boutique bottle shop

It's Still a Secret

An exquisite 1970's style vintage bar occupying the ground floor of 130 year old heritage-listed Coronation Hotel

Revel Riverside

A stunning brewery, restaurant and beer garden located in a gothic landmark heritage building down by the river

The Tailors

A mysterious speakeasy style bar hidden behind Rodrigo & Co tailors shop in the historic antique precinct

The Inchcolm Bar

A splendid old world Hollywood-inspired lounge bar in the lobby of the heritage-listed Inchcolm Hotel

Fables Bar & Cafe

A charming old-world 2-storey cafe bar located in Brisbane's oldest theatre, the Princess Theatre, in Woolloongabba

The Parlour

A stylish, moody Italian Riviera-themed bar inspired by the notorious Gulf of La Spezia

Toscano Bar & Kitchen

A stunning Italian cocktail bar and eatery in the base of a century old warehouse

Iris Rooftop

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

Noir

The multi-level boutique wine bar is a chic addition to Paddington's Given Terrace dining precinct & it's dog friendly

Eleven Bridges Gin Bar

Eleven Bridges is Brisbane's latest gin bar and distillery, offering over 100 boutique botanicals

Mr Badgers

Dine within an old-world Brisbane Tram at Mr Badgers, a European inspired deli cafe & bar in Woolloongabba

Kazba

Kazba is an exotic Middle Eastern themed bar, nestled next door to sibling restaurant Za Za Ta

Red Bowler Coffee Lounge & Wine Bar

An ex-corner store near the river has been transformed into a chic vintage coffee lounge and wine bar

Ivy Blu

Ivy Blu is a chic pastel hued rooftop oasis for casual dining, cocktails, tapas and beer or wine

A Quiet Game – Project Immersive

Project Immersive’s brand-new challenge game

Pride and Prejudice* (*sort of)

Jane Austen gets a hilarious musical makeover in Pride & Prejudice* (sort of)*

Sep 30 - Oct 18

Art of the Score: The Music of Joe Hisaishi

Experience Joe Hisaishi’s iconic Studio Ghibli music live with Queensland Symphony Orchestra in Brisbane.

Oct 2-3

Radiohead for Solo Piano: Live AV Set

Australian pianist Josh Cohen returns to QPAC with his acclaimed reimagining of Radiohead's iconic songs

Oct 3

MS Moonlight Walk

Brisbane’s annual lantern-lit moonlight walk to fight MS

Oct 10

Brisbane Celtic Festival

Brisbane Celtic Festival is a lively celebration of Celtic culture,

Oct 11

Cinematic: The Wonder of Animation

Experience the most beloved animated movie soundtracks

Oct 23-24

Horror Movie Campout

Horror Movie Campout is a full-on immersive overnight horror camping experience

Oct 24-25

Ladies standing in an art studio looking at art

Sandgate Art Society Creative Trail

Discover this northside art trail over two art-filled weekends

Oct 24-25, 30 & Oct 31 - Nov 1

Anastasia The Musical

The hit Broadway musical ANASTASIA arrives in Brisbane this September, bringing romance and adventure to QPAC

Anastasia The Musical

MUST DO

The Book of Mormon

Brisbane, the Mormons are back! The Tony®, Olivier® and Grammy® Award-winning The Book of Mormon is now playing at QPAC

The Book of Mormon

THIS WEEKEND

Top Things to Do Sep 25-27

School holiday fun, The Book of Mormon, a massive Jim Henson exhibition, Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers, Anastasia The Musical, a lantern-lit trail kicks off and Brisbane Festival continues

This Weekend Sep 25-27

COMING UP

What's On in October In & Around Brisbane

From beloved musicals, unique exhibitions and live shows to Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers events, cinema programs and culinary experiences, the top things to do in and around Brisbane in October

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EAT & DRINK

Sea High Tea

Landing at The Westin Brisbane's signature restaurant Batica Dining Sea High Tea trades the usual finger sandwiches for Australia's finest ocean produce

Sea High Tea

HOT TICKET

Pride and Prejudice* (*sort of)

Jane Austen gets a hilarious musical makeover in this Olivier Award-winning comedy coming to Brisbane

Pride and Prejudice* (*sort of)

MUST VISIT

Brisbane Festival 2026 at Brisbane Quarter

Brisbane Quarter is blooming this September, with a striking new installation, limited-edition dining experiences and plenty of pink-inspired treats in celebration of Brisbane Festival 2026

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