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Brisbane's Best Waterfront Bars

Updated: Feb 28, 2025

Brisbane's waterfront bars are the place to be in the warmer months, including 2 bars that are actually overwater:

A stunning European-style terrace bar and all day eatery located on the Brisbane riverfront underneath Queen Street's landmark CBUS building

Felons Brewing Co is Brisbane’s best-located microbrewery and showpiece of the Howard Smith Wharves

Mr Percival’s is Brisbane’s stunning octagonal overwater bar jutting out over the river in prime position at the Howard Smith Wharves

Mary Mae's is a sprawling New Orleans-inspired riverside bar restaurant on the ground floor of the Brisbane Powerhouse

Is it a bar or a restaurant – both really, but who cares when you’re sitting on the wide jutting balcony inhaling the cool river air

Riverland is Brisbane’s hottest social setting, with a massive tiered 3-level terraced bar eatery sprawling across riverside decks

A stunning al fresco Mediterranean-style bar, cascading over 2 levels in a prime waterfront location

Mulga Bill's Kitchen & Bar is a casual riverside dining spot with stunning views, located at the foot of the Kangaroo Point Bridge.

This stunning white seafront restaurant and bar features a chic beach resort-inspired interior with views of Manly harbour and the bay

This super popular casual bar and eatery sits in one of Brisbane's prime riverfront positions with stunning Story Bridge views

Still thirsty for more suggestions on where to grab a drink in Brisbane, head to our comprehensive Eat & Drink section HERE! Cheers!

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