#1
Before + After
Read 300 reviewsReputation score: 99/100
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2026 rankings QLD
24 Best Bars & Pubs
in Brisbane CBD
Compare the top 24 bars & pubs in Brisbane CBD, ranked by Google reviews and business profile details.
Collected 26 September 2026 · 29,012 reported Google reviews across 24 businesses
See the 24 listings ↓Top 24 Bars & Pubs in Brisbane CBD, QLD
1–24 of 24The shortlist
Based on records collected 26 September 2026, Before + After (4.9 stars from 300 Google reviews), Miss Demeanour Laneway Bar (4.7 stars from 1,170 Google reviews) and Frog's Hollow Saloon (4.7 stars from 429 Google reviews) lead LocalLocal's Brisbane CBD bars & pubs ranking.
The score describes the public review record. Read recent reviews and confirm the job with the business before booking.
#2
Miss Demeanour Laneway Bar
Read 1,170 reviewsReputation score: 97/100
#3
Frog's Hollow Saloon
Read 429 reviewsReputation score: 97/100
#4
Winghaus Edward Street
Read 2,490 reviewsReputation score: 96/100
#5
Caxton Street Brewing Company
Read 212 reviewsReputation score: 96/100
#6
Riverland Brisbane
Read 2,821 reviewsReputation score: 95/100
#7
LINA ROOFTOP
Read 2,231 reviewsReputation score: 95/100
#8
Hellcat Maggie Laneway Bar and Kitchen
Read 915 reviewsReputation score: 95/100
#9
Roamer Brisbane Bar/Cafe
Read 356 reviewsReputation score: 95/100
#10
Fiume Rooftop Bar
Read 781 reviewsReputation score: 94/100
#11
Southbank Beer Garden
Read 3,657 reviewsReputation score: 93/100
#12
The Terrace Rooftop Bar
Read 763 reviewsReputation score: 93/100
Emporium Hotel South Bank, Level 21/267 Grey St, South Brisbane QLD 4101
(07) 3556 3333emporiumhotels.com.au#13
Criterion Tavern
Read 1,170 reviewsReputation score: 92/100
#14
The Milton Rooftop & Sports Bar
Read 144 reviewsReputation score: 91/100
#15
Antico Bar Brisbane
Read 291 reviewsReputation score: 90/100
48 Burnett Ln, Brisbane City Queensland 4000
anticobar.com.au#16
Riverside Arms
Read 2,994 reviewsReputation score: 90/100
#17
Death and Taxes Brisbane
Read 1,456 reviewsReputation score: 89/100
36 Burnett Ln, Brisbane City Queensland 4000
deathandtaxesbar.com.au#18
The Gresham Bar
Read 1,463 reviewsReputation score: 88/100
308 Queen St, Brisbane City Queensland 4000
thegresham.com.au#19
Dr Gimlette Brisbane
Read 616 reviewsReputation score: 88/100
109 Edward St, Brisbane City Queensland 4000
drgimlettebar.com.au#20
Hibiscus Bar & Terrace
Read 328 reviewsReputation score: 88/100
#21
Brooklyn Standard
Read 1,577 reviewsReputation score: 87/100
Eagle Ln, Brisbane City Queensland 4000
brooklynstandard.com.au#22
Alice Bar
Read 226 reviewsReputation score: 86/100
195 Elizabeth St, Brisbane City Queensland 4000
alicebar.com.au#23
Platform Bar
Read 92 reviewsReputation score: 82/100
#24
Victory Hotel
Read 2,530 reviewsReputation score: 82/100
127 Edward St, Brisbane City Queensland 4000
(07) 3221 0444Showing 24 of 24 businesses. This ranking covers our Brisbane CBD listings. This is not a complete census. How we rank them →
What the numbers say about bars & pubs in Brisbane CBD
LocalLocal's Brisbane CBD capture includes 24 bars & pubs with 29,012 reported Google reviews. The median rating is 4.5 stars, backed by a median of 848 reviews.
A high average means more when plenty of people have contributed. Open the Google review link on a listing to check recent feedback about work like yours. Contact the business to confirm it serves your address.
Read the scoring method →Before you choose.
Questions about bars & pubs in Brisbane CBD and the evidence behind this list.
Who leads LocalLocal's Brisbane CBD bars & pubs ranking?
Based on records collected 26 September 2026, the highest-scoring businesses are Before + After (4.9 stars from 300 Google reviews); Miss Demeanour Laneway Bar (4.7 stars from 1,170 Google reviews); Frog's Hollow Saloon (4.7 stars from 429 Google reviews). These positions describe our captured review record, not a guarantee about the work.
How are bars & pubs in Brisbane CBD ranked?
LocalLocal's score gives up to 50 points for rating quality, 30 for review volume and 20 for available profile details. Equal scores are ordered by star rating, then review count, then a stable business identifier. The method is published on our methodology page.
What does the review record look like for bars & pubs in Brisbane CBD?
The 24 bars & pubs captured for Brisbane CBD hold 29,012 reported Google reviews. The median rating is 4.5 stars and the median review count is 848. These figures describe our sample, not every local business.
What should I check before booking?
Confirm that the business serves your address and handles your type of work. Read recent Google reviews, ask about any relevant licences or registration, and get the scope and charges in writing.
How current are these details?
The listings were collected 26 September 2026. This is a dated snapshot, not a live Google feed. Confirm current hours, availability and pricing with the business.
Can a business update its listing?
Yes. Open the business profile and select Update details. Explain the correction and include a public source. Correction and removal requests are reviewed before the record changes.