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:This article only covers the City of Brisbane. See Greater Brisbane for the four other local government areas that make up Greater Brisbane. Brisbane is the state capital of Queensland. Large enough to be cosmopolitan yet small enough to be friendly and accessible, Brisbane is a 'garden metropolis', famous for its leafy, open spaces and the pleasant pace of life that unfolds between the zig-zags of its iconic river. Brisbane's year-round warm climate, spectacular scenery, pleasant locals and world-class facilities have been the drawcards for many domestic and international visitors, making Brisbane the fastest-growing city in Australia. Despite this rapid development, it maintains a youthfu

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    The Empire

    Alternative dance club, nice long balcony overlooking busy Brunswick Street, a few levels, less pretentious but darker than other dance clubs in Brisbane although no less expensive.

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    Regatta

    Expect a wait to get in on Th, F and Sa nights, but a must-go for the best sessions on W and Su nights when the venue is completely taken by students.

    Mo-Su 10:00-02:00 · Wheelchair accessible

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    Stones Corner Hotel

    The heritage charm of the Stones Corner Hotel is felt the moment you enter this beautifully renovated landmark. Busy, rustic-chic pub with a wide range of craft beers and extensive menu of classic Australian pub food. Features a beer garden, plus trivia and comedy.

    Daily 6AM to 4AM · Outdoor seating

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    Criterion Tavern

    A renovated bar, recommended for those who are looking for a quick beer and some country music.

    Mo-Sa 10:00-15:00; Su 10:00-12:00

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    Rics

    Live music most nights. The Valley's hipster institution. Venue also includes "Fatboys Cafe", which is a popular restaurant serving breakfast, steaks, pizza and pasta.

    Mo-Tu 20:00-03:30, We 19:00-03:30, Th-Su 18:00-03:30

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    Royal George (RG) Hotel

    Large beer garden in the Brunswick St Mall, great atmosphere, great food deals most nights.

    Mo-Su 08:00-05:30

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    The Beat

    Downstairs has three dance areas dedicated to hardcore/rave, electro and popular music, upstairs is gay (generally a younger crowd than the Wickham) and has two dance floors and a beer garden.

    We-Su 20:00-03:00

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    The End

    Calls itself a "boutique bar for everyone". Quite small inside, so if you're not there early you will probably miss out on a seat to 'hipper than thou' types. Decent selection of beers at the average price, ever-changing seasonal cocktail menu.

    PH,Mo-Su 16:00-22:00+

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    The Gresham Bar

    High end cocktail bar with an extensive list of drinks. Also serves food.

    M-F 11AM-2AM, Sa 3PM-2AM

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    Archive Beer Boutique

    Located at street level beneath Uber, Archive stocks over 200 different craft beers, primarily Australian. The food is generally excellent, although the menu is in no way as extensive as the beverage list. Prices are reasonable, particularly on Sunday "Beer O'Clock" where the price on the majority of bottled beers are reduced to $5.

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    Covent Garden West End

    A modern Australian, gin house. This is where gin lovers in Brisbane go to satisfy their thirst.

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    Gilhooleys

    Possibly the liveliest of Brisbane's Irish pubs, you can still get a quiet pint over a hearty lunch.

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    Irish Murphy's

    Good food, a lively atmosphere and a great pint at this Irish pub on George St.

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    The Wickham

    A gay & lesbian dance club with outdoor seating, drag shows most nights.

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    Fridays

    A very popular nightclub which also features dining (not recommended after 10PM). Especially popular with the Friday after-work crowd. Smart dress code (business style shoes and shirts for the guys), always enforced.

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    The Press Club

    Small club with large lounges to stretch out on. Host to funky Jazz blended with dance music.

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    Green Beacon Brewing Co.

    Has a good range of its own home-brewed ale and was Brisbane's first brewpub (a brewery that acted as a pub at the same time). Prices can be a little on the higher end, but the quality makes up for the price.

    Mon Tue 2–9PM, Wed Thu Sun noon–9PM, Fri Sat noon–10PM

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    Sportsman Hotel

    Commonly called "Sporty's", this gay and lesbian pub has two bars upstairs and one private members bar downstairs. Lunch and dinner are served. Drag shows and karaoke on certain nights.

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    Brew

    This alleyway joint is a relaxed, bohemian cafe by day and a trendy boutique bar by night. Brew serves some of the best coffee in Brisbane, as well as a wide range of micro-brewed beers, in a welcoming, creative environment. Down an alleyway off the Albert St Mall heading to King George Square, next to the Rocking Horse.

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    Down Under Bar

    A well known haunt for travellers, with a number of pool tables, dance floor and unashamedly little class. Messages left by visitors from all over the world adorn the walls. If you are studying in Brisbane or just backpacking, this is perfect bar for meeting people of other nationalities.

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    The Port Office Hotel

    Trendy bar downstairs dance floor upstairs popular spot in Brisbane. Crowded with students on Thursday.

    Mo-Su 10:00-22:00

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    Exchange Hotel

    Somewhat popular with a wide, although decidedly young, demographic, including students, young professionals and tourists, who all stream in later in the night after cheap drinks finish at the other hotels nearby. Renovated with stylish interior and 2nd floor open roof bar.

    Outdoor seating

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    Birdees

    OK atmosphere, mainly student (popular with this crowd because of the lack of cover charge) and backpacker clientele. Commercial dance music.

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    Cloudland

    Cocktail lounge on Ann Street with a retractable roof, 10 metre waterfall, 5,000 plants and a glass bar made from 17,000 glass balls threaded by hand. Caters to a very upmarket, sophisticated crowd. Smart dress code which is strictly enforced on busy nights.

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    GPO

    Bar and nightclub in a former Post Office on Ann Street; trendy spot with great tunes.

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    The Boundary Hotel

    West End's oldest pub. This is perhaps the largest drinking establishment in West End, with two bars downstairs and a beer garden & deck on the upper floor. The food is fairly plain but well priced, and the drinks menu is about the same. Excellent live blues acts Sunday afternoon and evenings from Wednesday to Saturday are the main reason to visit.

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    The Met

    The biggest club in Brisbane. Host to many international DJs. Amazing decor with great attention to detail. Many different rooms to explore. Although a bit expensive, a huge variety of different types of people inside.

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    Breakfast Creek Hotel

    Built in the French Renaissance style in 1889 - the ' Brekkie Creek' is one of Brisbane's most iconic watering holes famous for its steaks and XXXX 'beer off the wood' popular.

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    Royal Exchange (RE) Hotel

    Generally a good, down-to-earth pub, more so than the Regatta, which tends to cater to a slightly trendier crowd

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    Star Casino

    Brisbane's casino has a number of bars, from quiet lounges to dance floors. Known for its choice of bars. Open 24 hours a day (no lockout), though the individual bars vary.