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6 Best Cocktail Bars in Brisbane You Must Visit (The Gresham Bar, Bar Francine & More) - Dan's Daily | Dan Murphy’s
In a city full of amazing venues, these are the six we’d hit up for a cocktail if it were our last day on Earth.
It doesn’t matter if you’re a Negroni diehard, only ever go for fruity cocktails with OTT garnishes, or love to be led by whoever’s taking your order, Brisbane’s top bars meet the brief. The choice of quality cocktails coming out of this city is seriously impressive, so if you’re planning a trip here, or you’re a local needing some inspiration beyond your usual hangouts, we know just the place.
We’ve scoured our reviews of Brisbane’s best bars and restaurants and consulted with our team on the ground in the Sunshine State’s capital to come up with six current faves – no easy task. The result is a mix of classics as well as newer venues that all strike that tricky balance of being friendly and unpretentious while still delivering super-sharp service and cocktails, regardless of the style of drink that floats your boat.
With a stunning collection of bottles and laser-sharp bartending, plus atmosphere to burn, this is a Queensland classic that is sure to raise your spirits.
When things are this dangerous, dark and devilishly hard to resist, it’s wonderfully easy to lose yourself behind Death and Taxes’ panelled double-doors.
A portal to the highly sought-after offerings of Agnes Restaurant, Agnes Wine Bar is also a lure in its own right, its line-up of well-crafted drinks backed up by knockout snacks.
A petite neighbourhood bistro with a big heart, newcomer Bar Francine has been an instant hit with its good-time Euro-leaning plates, nostalgic cocktails and dynamic all-Aussie wine list.
A handsome heritage building in a once seedy part of Brisbane now hosts a saloon-style bar where the whisky game is strong and the smart cocktails playfully recall the area’s shady past.
This tiny ’70s-inspired cocktail den is ultra-smooth, majoring in Martinis and dishing up smart snacks from next-door Essa Restaurant’s kitchen in plush surrounds.
image credits: Top image, Death & Taxes.
Amelia BallAmelia Ball is a journalist, editor and former Editorial Director of Halliday Wine Companion, who specialises in drinks, food and travel.