Terrace Rooftop Bar | Emporium Hotel South Bank
If you’re looking for the best Brisbane city and river views, then The Terrace Bar, just a casual, 21 floors up, is for you! With boutique cocktails, a carefully curated menu & opulent vibes, you’ll be in heaven (almost literally). Those balmy Brisbane days will become a distant memory as the breeze wisps you from the balcony towards the bar. The beverage list features all your fav classic cocktails, with a few signature concoctions thrown in for good measure, as well as local and international wines and spirits.
Soleil Pool Bar | Rydges South Bank
You know what’s cool about Rydges’ Soleil Pool Bar? By day, it’s all sunny and beachy – just what you need for a laid-back afternoon but when the sun dips, the place totally flips into this sleek, mood-lit hangout. By night Soleil transforms to a chic, mood-lit hotspot. Grab a spiced beef taco and whip out the sunscreen – you’re gonna be here for a while! Soleil’s got the whole day-to-night vibe down pat, making it the go-to spot on South Bank.
Cielo Rooftop | Fortitude Valley
Cielo Rooftop, is the slice of the Italian Riviera in the heart of Brisbane, you’ve been waiting for. It is the perfect place for a catch-up with friends with their Margs & Margs deal on Thursdays, stop by on the weekend and try one of the many tipples from their hefty cocktail list. Catch us with a Watermelon Sour in hand.
Sunsets Rooftop | Kangaroo Point
Get ready for sundowner’s at Brisbane’s newest rooftop bar, Sunsets. Be transported to a desert oasis, where warm Queensland breezes meet refreshing cocktails. Their food menu offers a selection of light bites or if you’re feeling a Mediterranean feast there are plenty of options to try from roasted lamb shoulder to grilled octopus. Ohh and don’t forget to finish off with churros it’d be a crime not too!
Hibiscus Rooftop Bar | Hyatt Regency Brisbane
The warm weather can be a bit much sometimes, but guess what? The Hibiscus Room in the Hyatt Regency is your ultimate escape from the heat as you cool off with a cocktail in hand. Whether you’re dipping into a cob loaf, cheers-ing to the weekend or having an overdue catch up with friends, it’s the perfect spot to unwind.
Valley Hops Brewing | Fortitude Valley
While Cloudland might be a pumping after-dark spot, Valley Hops Brewing, is more for the sundowner crowd! The brewhouse and rooftop bar is perched above the hustle and bustle of the Valley, serving up brews including their take on a pale ale, a mango and passionfruit sour, a herbal IPA, and loads more made. Pair your pint with a wood-fired pizza or grilled bite made for eating without cutlery—now that’s what we call the perfect evening!
Soko Rooftop | Fortitude Valley
One of the newer additions to this lineup is the Amazonian-inspired rooftop, Soko. With stunning skyline views which you can enjoy whilst sipping a cocktail from their extensive cocktail list, be sure to tantalise your tastebuds to a Japanese-Peruvian menu whilst watching the sun set over the Brisbane skyline.
Lina Rooftop | South Brisbane
Lina Rooftop is your summer escape to a Mediterranean paradise. Choose from a selection of spritzes, slushies, signature cocktails and more, accompanied by an array of dining options, from poolside bites to gourmet meals. Lounge all day, party all night…
Maya Mexican | Fortitude Valley
With views for days and an extensive margarita list to choose from, MAYA is the perfect spot for long Mexican lunches to late night cocktails. Spend your night working through the extensive list of tequila, mezcal, and sotol, while treating yourself to bites off the vibrant menu of finger-friendly mexican street food.
Fiume | Crystalbrook Vincent | HSW
As the Italian name for river suggests, Crystalbrook’s ‘Fiume’ embodies the beauty of water with the best panoramic views of the Brisbane River, Howard Smith Wharves and Brisbane City from its very own rooftop pool. Take a seat on the terrace and enjoy a cocktail or three…
Iris Rooftop | Fortitude Valley
Think summers in the Mediterranean, but above the bustling party scene of the Valley. Iris Rooftop boasts a menu of modern Spanish taste sensations, with our personal favs being the grilled baby octopus and Fraser Isle spanner crab bruschetta! The drinks menu offers page after page of refreshment options to suit all taste buds.
Tetto Rooftop Bar | Everton Park
Oh, would you look at that! It’s Aperol o’clock! Bringing the sun-soaked coastal bars of Italy to the heart of the northside, Tetto Rooftop Bar boasts rustic aesthetics, a delightful menu of Italian inspired bites, and loads of refreshing cocktails to be enjoyed under those signature orange and yellow striped umbrellas.
