#1
Cálida Steak & Bar
Read 1,596 reviewsReputation score: 97/100
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2026 rankings QLD
24 Best Bars & Pubs
in South Brisbane
Compare the top 24 bars & pubs in South Brisbane, ranked by Google reviews and business profile details.
Collected 26 September 2026 · 31,823 reported Google reviews across 24 businesses
See the 24 listings ↓Top 24 Bars & Pubs in South Brisbane, QLD
1–24 of 24The shortlist
Based on records collected 26 September 2026, Cálida Steak & Bar (4.7 stars from 1,596 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 South Brisbane 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
Riverland Brisbane
Read 2,821 reviewsReputation score: 95/100
#5
LINA ROOFTOP
Read 2,231 reviewsReputation score: 95/100
#6
Saccharomyces Beer Cafe
Read 1,352 reviewsReputation score: 95/100
#7
Southside Restaurant
Read 1,264 reviewsReputation score: 95/100
#8
The Fourth Monkey Cocktail Bar & Grill
Read 394 reviewsReputation score: 95/100
#9
The Rose & Crown
Read 601 reviewsReputation score: 94/100
#10
Southbank Beer Garden
Read 3,657 reviewsReputation score: 93/100
#11
The Ship Inn
Read 1,070 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
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The Plough Inn
Read 5,083 reviewsReputation score: 92/100
#14
Southbeach
Read 1,139 reviewsReputation score: 91/100
#15
Barbossa Bar & Bottle Shop
Read 869 reviewsReputation score: 91/100
#16
Maker
Read 293 reviewsReputation score: 90/100
9 Fish Ln, South Brisbane Queensland 4101
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Fox Rooftop
Read 1,861 reviewsReputation score: 90/100
#18
The End Bar
Read 384 reviewsReputation score: 89/100
73 Vulture St, West End Queensland 4101
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Goldie's Tavern West End
Read 2,852 reviewsReputation score: 89/100
#20
Pig 'N' Whistle South Bank
Read 106 reviewsReputation score: 88/100
#21
Brooklyn Standard
Read 1,577 reviewsReputation score: 87/100
Eagle Ln, Brisbane City Queensland 4000
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Eleven Bridges Bar
Read 96 reviewsReputation score: 86/100
#23
Bar Brutus
Read 143 reviewsReputation score: 84/100
2/49 Melbourne St, South Brisbane Queensland 4101
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Midtown Bar & Dining Brisbane
Read 72 reviewsReputation score: 76/100
15 Manning St, South Brisbane Queensland 4101
midtownbar.com.auShowing 24 of 24 businesses. This ranking covers our South Brisbane listings. This is not a complete census. How we rank them →
What the numbers say about bars & pubs in South Brisbane
LocalLocal's South Brisbane capture includes 24 bars & pubs with 31,823 reported Google reviews. The median rating is 4.5 stars, backed by a median of 1,104.5 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 South Brisbane and the evidence behind this list.
Who leads LocalLocal's South Brisbane bars & pubs ranking?
Based on records collected 26 September 2026, the highest-scoring businesses are Cálida Steak & Bar (4.7 stars from 1,596 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 South Brisbane 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 South Brisbane?
The 24 bars & pubs captured for South Brisbane hold 31,823 reported Google reviews. The median rating is 4.5 stars and the median review count is 1,104.5. 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.