14 Best Bars on Brisbane's Bayside Updated: Jun 08, 2025 From bars on rooftops and jetties to historic pubs and chic wine bars, 14 of the best bars on Brisbane's bayside: Sandgate Post Office Hotel An iconic bayside landmark, built in 1887 as Queensland's third post office, has been transformed into a stylish & elegant gastro-pub more Full Moon Hotel The award winning hotel enjoys stunning views of Moreton Island, the Glasshouse Mountains, the city and the harbour more Cardigan Bar Cardigan Bar, a cool and quirky drinking establishment, adds an inner-city vibe to seaside Sandgate more Mr Henderson Mr Henderson bar, a cool Sandgate drinking hole, inhabits an old cobbler’s shop in the main shopping precinct near the picturesque town square more The Bench The Bench is Cleveland’s first small bar, found tucked away in one of the quaint Victorian style terrace cottages more Manly Boathouse This stunning white seafront restaurant and bar features a chic beach resort-inspired interior with views of Manly harbour and the bay more Bluebottle Cocktail & Tapas Bar A neighbourhood bar made for Manly locals to enjoy inventive cocktails, live music and delicious tapas. more Lighthouse Cafe Bar The rustic Cleveland Lighthouse Cafe Bar (circa 1936) is the budget part of a quirky clique of eateries. more Craft Brew House Craft Brew House is a small, craft beer bar that is a first for the Brisbane bayside suburb of Birkdale more Eclectea This charming vintage tapas & wine bar is worth a detour if anywhere in the Sandgate region or as a whistle stop on the tourist route to Redcliffe more Sunny's Rooftop Bar The bayside's best kept secret is this boutique rooftop bar with breath-taking views more Cedar & Pine Cedar & Pine is a cool bayside bar with an awesome garden out back, serving delicious tapas and share plates along with craft beer, cocktails and wine more Adelita Wine Bar Adelita is a chic wine and tapas bar on Brisbane's bayside, boasting fabulous food, wine, sea breezes & water views more Jumping Goats Bar Jumping Goats Bar is the first small bar to open in the charming bayside suburb of Margate more Arcade Wine Located just a few steps from the entrance, inside Redcliffe's historic Comino Arcade, is this boutique wine bar more Top Things To Do In Brisbane This Week Clancestry - Illume Illume is part of Clancestry, a celebration of identity and connection Aug 1-9 Teddy Bears Picnic at the Races Experience a day of family-friendly fun at the annual Teddy Bears Picnic at the Races. Aug 2 Clancestry - Electric Fields Electric Fields & the Queensland Symphony Orchestra will perform as part of Clancestry Aug 2 On The Green Kate Ceberano will headline Clayfield College’s On the Green in August Aug 3 Circa & The Art of Fugue Circa will reimagine Bach’s most complex masterpiece The Art of Fugue. Aug 5 Explorers - The Age of Discovery With James May A landmark live theatre show bringing to life the stories of explorers. Aug 7 Lior & Westlake Australian composer Nigel Westlake and Lior come together for 2 stirring performances Aug 9 The Paramour Cabaret Get ready, Brisbane — The Paramour Cabaret is bringing its big top of debauchery to town! Aug 14 -30 Kingaroy Baconfest Enjoy a 'pig day out' at this sizzling 3-day food festival Aug 15-16 COMING UP What's On in August in Brisbane From a mega food & wine festival, CLANCESTRY, a bacon fest, decadent cabaret and Greazefest, the top things to do around Brisbane in August: Read more Wjat's on in August EDITOR'S DINING PICK Sokyo Renowned for its traditional Japanese cooking techniques, Sokyo delivers unexpected twists to the dining experience, where ritual meets art Read more Sokyo MUST DO FAMILY HOLIDAY Big4 Gold Coast Holiday Park Wake up to comfort, style, and a delicious breakfast with BIG4's Bed and Breakfast package! Whether it's a romantic escape, family fun, or a solo recharge, it's the perfect way to unwind Read more BIG4 Gold Coast Holiday Park La Boite's new high octane comedy <p>Loading video</p> High Tea Day Trips from Brisbane Take a high tea day trip to these charming destinations a drive from Brisbane Best Themed Playgrounds In & Around Brisbane A guide to Brisbane's best themed playgrounds What's On In Brisbane This Weekend The top things to do this weekend in & around Brisbane Best Plant Shops & Nurseries around Brisbane Some of the best nurseries & plant shops around Brisbane Best Things To Do In Clayfield Win a 4 x Tangalooma Whale Watching Day Cruise with Sea to Sky Package valued up to $1616! Enter here WIN a $2,148 luxurious two-night escape at Emporium Hotel South Bank! Enter here Win the ultimate Ekka experience! Enter here WIN tickets to FEASTival weekend at Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers! Enter here WIN the Ultimate Sesame Street VIP Experience! Enter here SIGN UP FOR NEWSLETTER & WIN PRIZES Subscribe now CONTENT RESUMES ON SCROLL ADVERTISEMENT
