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Newstead Bar Crawl

The former inner city industrial neighbourhood is how home to some of Brisbane's coolest bars, from converted war igloos and a Japanese vinyl bar to chic wine bars and microbreweries. Here are 11 within easy walking distance:

Hive

A unique and funky warehouse cafe, bar and eatery tucked away in a Newstead side street

Hello Gorgeous

This stunning multi-level bar and eatery in Newstead boasts an extensive drinks including seasonal cocktails

NIKY

The pint-sized shell pink wine cave occupies a converted garage just off Commercial Road

Wild Legs Wine Room

Wild Legs Wine Room is a chic little Euro style wine bar with an outstanding food menu, tucked away on a side street of Newstead

Ruby, My Dear

A groovy Japanese-inspired vinyl bar and jazz cafe from two Brisbane hospitality veterans, located on a corner

Newstead Social

Newstead Social is a stunning, subterranean garden bar and kitchen that resides in the basement of a former factory

Range Brewing

Range Brewing is a small batch brewery, brewing fresh, modern and seasonal beers to Newstead locals.

Mrs Brown's Bar & Kitchen

Mrs Brown's Bar & Kitchen serves up top-notch bar snacks and share plates alongside local craft beer, fine wine and top shelf spirits.

Stratton Bar & Kitchen

Two historic World War II hangars have been transformed into a spectacular New York-inspired supper club

The super funky beer garden pays homage to Brisbane's music history, set alongside the old war hangar that is Brisbane's best live music venue

Maggie May

An uber cool seventies-style supper club with a modern twist, open for breakfast, lunch, dinner and up-late drinks

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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