Rooftop Bar Brisbane
Courtesy of MAYA Mexican
Complete guide

Brisbane Rooftop Bars: 18 Best Picks for 2026

From cosmopolitan rooftop lounges to charming terraces, there is a rooftop bar in Brisbane for everyone and every occasion.
Guide last updated:July 4, 2026

With close to 300 days of sunshine every year, it is no wonder that there are quite a few fantastic Brisbane rooftop bars. We will guide you to our favorite spots, perfect to indulge in sky-high vibes and elevated cocktails, all to majestic views over the impressive skyline and lush green spaces.

Update:
  • This article was updated July 4, 2026, with new bar and new information.
  • This article was updated December 2, 2025, with new information, video reviews and insider tips.
  • What our complete expertise guide includes

    Our complete and up-to date guide to the Best Rooftop Bars in Brisbane feature all info you need about each rooftop at the same place, so you don’t have to scroll around on several different sources finding it.

    For each rooftop, this guide presents:

    • Photos
    • Videos
    • Insider tips
    • Booking links
    • Dress codes
    • Opening hours
    • Prices
    • Food & drinks
    • When to visit
    • Views
    • Map
    • Ambience
    • Our own personal reviews

    The guide is updated several times every year with new information, and as new rooftops open and existing ones close.

  • Why you should listen to us

    We are full-time rooftop reviewers and content creators. Since launching The Rooftop Guide in 2015, we’ve visited over 1 200 rooftop venues worldwide.

    Except from our own experiences and insights, we also work closely with thousands of rooftops and local reviewers, so we can secure correct and updated content for all our guides & articles.

    With our vast experience and exclusive focus, we can present you with the most complete and up-to date guides about rooftop venues. And with our insider tips and knowledge, we can guide you to the best and most suitable rooftops for your own needs.

    Whether you’re looking for an upscale rooftop dinner, a laid-back rooftop brunch, a vibrant rooftop party or a luxurious hotel rooftop pool, we’ve got you covered.

Best Rooftop Bars in Brisbane

1

Soko Rooftop

14th Floor
·
Fortitude Valley
·
Indoor / Outdoor
Beautiful & luxurious Amazonian rainforest escape

Overview:On top of the impressive Jubilee Place you find Soko Rooftop, an equally impressive Brisbane rooftop, inviting you to 'expect the unexpected'. Divided into interior dining room and outside bar and lounge, there is a lush Amazonian theme surrounding all of the venue.

View:The bright terrace comes surrounded with amazing views over Brisbane.

Menu:A food menu combining Peruvian and Japanese flavours, complemented with a curated wine & saké list, as well as signature cocktails and over 40 flavours of Pisco Sours

Price:Cocktails: A$25-28

Why visit:For high-energy evenings filled with dining, drinks, DJs, samba dancers and live music.

The Rooftop Guide
Our insider tip
  • Check out the weekday Tezukuri business lunch.
2

The Terrace Rooftop Bar

21st Floor
·
South Bank
·
Outdoor only (covered)
Lux rooftop oasis inviting to elevated days & nights

Overview:Perched on top of the fantastic Emporium Hotel South Bank you find The Terrace Rooftop Bar, which is not only South Bank's first rooftop bar, but probably also the most luxurious rooftop destination Brisbane has to offer.

View:Amazing panoramic views across South Bank Parklands and the Brisbane River.

Menu:Expertly crafted signature and classic cocktails, an extensive selection of boutique wines, as well as Asian-inspired gourmet bites and more filling dishes.

Price:Cocktails: A$22-26

Why visit:For fine and social cocktails with a view in the comfy lounge stools, or to savour a special night dinner.

The Rooftop Guide
Our insider tip
  • A retractable ceiling and operable glass roof makes the open-air rooftop a year round venue.
3

Siroco Rooftop

6th Floor
·
Fortitude Valley
·
Indoor / Outdoor
Warm winds & coastal rhythm above Fortitude Valley

Overview:Perched atop The Constance Hotel, above the rhythm of Fortitude Valley, Siroco is a place shaped by movement; by heat that lingers, by winds that carry, by moments that unfold without asking permission. Inspired by the spirit of the Mediterranean but untethered to any one place, it’s a sensory drift of flavour, sound, and atmosphere.

View:Beautiful, light, airy and coastal, the rooftop comes surrounded by the Brisbane sky and views over Fortitude Valley.

Menu:The menu showcases bold European and Mediterranean plates designed to be shared and savoured, paired with a vibrant cocktail list curated for warm afternoons and balmy evenings, alongside a thoughtful selection of wines.

Price:Cocktails: A$25-28

Why visit:Up here, time stretches somewhere between golden hour and after dark. The energy builds slowly, then all at once, so expect sun-soaked afternoons slipping effortlessly into something more untamed.

The Rooftop Guide
Our insider tip
  • Weekly specials includes the Saturday 'La Brisa Brunch' and Wednesday 'Sueños Steak Night'.
4

Fiume Rooftop Bar

3rd Floor
·
Howard Smith Wharves
·
Indoor / Outdoor
Urban & chic oasis above the bustling Howard Smith Wharves

Overview:Fiume is a glamorous and chic rooftop oasis with resort vibes, set right at the foot of the Story Bridge.

View:Fantastic views over Brisbane River and the city skyline.

Menu:Creative signature cocktails made with locally sourced spirits, local craft beers, boutique wines, a large array of champagne, and light & local dishes.

Price:Cocktails: A$22-26

Why visit:For social drinks and bites, both in the sun or under the stars.

The Rooftop Guide
Our insider tip
  • Every Sunday, Fiume invites to bottomless brunch.
5

Lina Rooftop

12th Floor
·
South Bank
·
Indoor / Outdoor
Mediterranean-esque rooftop paradise

Overview:The bright Lina Rooftop really takes the Brisbane rooftop experience to a new level. Perched on top of the Mobo South Brisbane building, the Mediterranean-esque 1500sqm venue comes with open air terrace, prestige restaurant and a 30-meter long rooftop infinity pool.

View:Panoramic views over the Brisbane skyline..

Menu:Enjoy raw bar dishes, plenty of seafood options, grill, salads and shareables, as well as fruity signature cocktails and rosé to last all day long.

Price:Cocktails: A$24

Why visit:For elevated poolside sips, long lunches and balmy nights.

The Rooftop Guide
Our insider tip
  • To get the full rooftop pool experience you should reserve one of the poolside daybeds.
  • During weekends Lina Rooftop offers 'La Mer Brunch'.
6

MAYA Mexican

11th Floor
·
Fortitude Valley
·
Outdoor only (covered)
Contemporary Mexican vibes high above Fortitude Valley

Overview:Floating high above the heart of Fortitude Valley, MAYA brings a piece of the vibrant Mexican culture to Brisbane, and the bright, chic and stylish terrace is a true lush oasis.

View:Sublime views over Fortitude Valley and the CBD.

Menu:Inspired by the Maya region of Mexico, packed with contemporary renditions of classic street food, as well as a wide range of tequila, mezcal & Margaritas.

Price:Cocktails: A$23

Why visit:From sunny lunches and intimate afternoon sips, to vibrant nights with both live music and DJs.

The Rooftop Guide
Our insider tip
  • The rooftop menu also features Australian boutique wines & a rotating selection of international pours.

Latest video

5 Rooftop Bars in Brisbane Everyone’s Buzzing About

7

Cielo Rooftop

6th Floor
·
Fortitude Valley
·
Outdoor only (covered)
An elevated gateway to the Italian Riviera

Overview:Cielo Rooftop is a hot and swanky Brisbane rooftop bar, bringing all the Italian Riviera vibes to Brunswick Street in Fortitude Valley.

View:Amazing views over the Brisbane skyline.

Menu:Mediterranean bites, Riviera-inspired and modern cocktails, and a fine selection of wine & beer.

Price:Cocktails: A$20-25

Why visit:A weekend oasis to enjoy fine drinks, bites and views with a group of friends.

The Rooftop Guide
Our insider tip
  • Sundays mean both 'Seafood Brunch' & 'Aperitivo Hour'.
8

Iris Rooftop

13th Floor
·
Fortitude Valley
·
Indoor / Outdoor
Swanky rooftop bar & restaurant with panoramic views

Overview:On top of the hot and trendy Hotel X you find the equally hot and trendy Iris Rooftop, a Mediterranean-inspired rooftop bar and restaurant filled with a bright and luxurious decor.

View:Amazing panoramics over the Brisbane skyline, New Farm, Fortitude Valley and beyond.

Menu:A bold selection of Mediterranean eats, crafted signature cocktails, red, white & rosé sangrias, an extensive range of tap and bottled beers, as well as bottle service.

Price:Cocktails: A$23-27

Why visit:A versatile venue, great for a sunny lunch, a stylish dinner, a date night, afterwork drinks or a celebration.

The Rooftop Guide
Our insider tip
  • Book your stay at the 5-star Hotel X Brisbane to enjoy swims in the amazing rooftop pool next to the bar.
9

Valley Hops Brewing

5th Floor
·
Fortitude Valley
·
Outdoor only (covered)
Independent craft brewery on a rooftop

Overview:Found above the stylish Italian restaurant and bar Cloudland, right in the heart of Brisbane’s vibrant Fortitude Valley, Valley Hops Brewing is a lush and spacious rooftop craft brewery dressed as a modern garden.

View:Grand views over the Valley.

Menu:Try some of the independently brewed beer made on site, or choose from a wide selection of wine and crafted cocktails, complemented with hand held brewpub grub.

Price:Beers: A$10-14

Why visit:Fun and vibrant, sunny Brisbane rooftop beers probably don't get much better than Valley Hops Brewing.

The Rooftop Guide
Our insider tip
  • Lunch is served on weekdays, and 'Hop Notch Bottomless Brunch' every Sunday.
10

Sixteen Antlers Rooftop Bar

16th Floor
·
King George Square
·
Outdoor only (covered)
Intimate rooftop cocktail bar

Overview:Perched on top of the trendy Pullman Brisbane, Sixteen Antlers Rooftop Bar is an intimate, trendy and leafy cocktail lounge.

View:Set sixteen floors above central Brisbane, the rooftop offers some amazing views over the city skyline and the City Hall clock tower.

Menu:A great selection of drinks, from crafted cocktails to boutique beers and quality wines, paired with tapas-style dishes.

Price:Cocktails: A$24

Why visit:Perfect for after work drinks and sophisticated vibes.

The Rooftop Guide
Our insider tip
  • Bookings are only available for groups of 10 and more. Otherwise, booths and tables are available on a first come, first served basis.
11

Hibiscus Bar & Terrace

4th Floor
·
Brisbane CBD
·
Indoor / Outdoor
Cocktails, classic Aussie fare & a grand old time

Overview:Hibiscus Bar & Terrace is a revival of what was the city's leading bar, dining and musical venue throughout the ‘70s and ‘80s, and this stylish rooftop is found at the Hyatt Regency Brisbane.

View:Cool over the surrounding skyscrapers.

Menu:Rnjoy refreshing spritz and cocktails, craft beer and a wide selection of wines, as well as classic Aussie fare.

Price:Cocktails: A$22-26

Why visit:To embrace a sunshine state of mind, from sunny lunches and stylish sunset cocktails, to elevated evenings.

The Rooftop Guide
Our insider tip
  • The rooftop offers live music every Friday & Saturday.
12

Ooh La La Rooftop Bar

3rd Floor
·
Woolloongabba
·
Outdoor only
Chic & charming weekend rooftop

Overview:One of Brisbane's most hidden rooftop bars is found on top of the contemporary French C'est Bon Restaurant & Le Bon Bar in the heart of Woolloongabba.

View:The scaled-down chic rooftop is surrounded with rare views over Woolloongabba’s surrounds.

Menu:A nice selection of signature cocktails, as well as an impressive selection of French and Australian wines, paired with tasty nibbles.

Price:Cocktails: A$23

Why visit:For weekends with chic French vibes and sunset views.

13

The Rooftop at Stock Exchange Hotel

3rd Floor
·
Frog's Hollow
·
Indoor / Outdoor
Iconic pub with a lovely rooftop garden

Overview:Built in 1863, The Stock Exchange Hotel is one of the most iconic venues in the centre of Brisbane. Equipped with multiple dining areas, and a recent major makeover means one of them is a charming beer-garden style rooftop bar.

View:Here you are right among the city scyscrapers.

Menu:A large selection of brews, crafted cocktails, jugs to share, as well as a nice array of eats.

Price:Cocktails: A$20

Why visit:For both after work drinks in the sunshine, as well as late night weekends of fun.

The Rooftop Guide
Our insider tip
  • Expect both live music and live sports on the TVs.
14

TETTO Rooftop Bar

2nd Floor
·
Everton Park
·
Indoor / Outdoor
Coastal Italian inspired rooftop bar

Overview:TETTO brings a large slice of la Dolce Vita and Italian Riviera-vibes to Brisbane. Think Positano, but on top of a shopping mall in the northern suburb Everton Park and not by the Mediterranean.

View:The views over the surroundings are not the prime selling point here.

Menu:Aperol Spritz is a given favourite, complemented with colorful signature creations, cocktail trees, wines and eats with Italian influences.

Price:Cocktails: A$18-22

Why visit:For fun and flavorful Mediterranean vibes.

The Rooftop Guide
Our insider tip
  • Weekly events include sunset sessions, trivia, bottemless weekends and live music.
15

Eagles Nest Brisbane

12th Floor
·
Kangaroo Point
·
Indoor / Outdoor
Smashing views over Brisbane skyline & river.

Overview:Located on top of The Point Brisbane Hotel at Kangaroo Point, this rooftop bar is somewhat a hidden gem. Open Thursday to Sunday, there is an exclusiveness to Eagles Nest, both in availability and in feel.

View:Lovely views over the Brisbane skyline & river, especially around sunset.

Menu:Excellent and well-crafted cocktails, cold beers and sparkling wine, along with a fresh and tasty menu of tapas bites.

Price:Cocktails: A$25

Why visit:Stylish yet relaxed, this is a perfect rooftop for unwinding after work or celebrative weekend drinks.

16

Sunny’s at The Sebel

5th Floor
·
Redcliffe Peninsula
·
Outdoor only (covered)
Restaurant, cafe & rooftop bar with ocean views

Overview:Facing Margate Beach on the Redcliffe Peninsula, found north of downtown Brisbane, the fantastic hotel The Sebel comes with a rooftop bar that is somewhat a hidden gem, open during weekends for outside visitors.

View:Soothing views over Moreton Bay.

Menu:Refreshing Margaritas and spritz, cocktails, cold brews, a fine array of wine, and local fare.

Why visit:For afternoon or sunset drinks after a day on the beach, surrounded by live music and views.

17

Su Casa Nightclub & Rooftop

3rd Floor
·
Fortitude Valley
·
Indoor / Outdoor
Vibrant rooftop above even more vibrant nightclub

Overview:Su Casa is a multi-level entertainment venue, elevating your experience in Brisbane’s nightlife district. With nightclub downstairs, the Su Casa Rooftop above comes equipped with plenty of comfy lounge sofas and a stylish bar.

View:Made more for vibes than views.

Menu:An ever growing selection of great cocktails and other refreshing drinks, as well as an elegant tapas menu.

Price:Cocktails: A$18-22

Why visit:for fun, chill-out hours with friends, turning into vibrant nights.

18

Soleil Pool Bar

2nd Floor
·
South Bank
·
Indoor / Outdoor
Dip and relax by day, party poolside by night

Overview:Located on the podium level at the Rydges South Bank Brisbane, Soleil Pool Bar is chill pool bar by day, and a cool cocktail lounge by weekend nights.

View:Just barely above the ground floor, the terrace might not offer the best views in Brisbane, but has a lot of other perks.

Menu:Bespoke cocktails, ice cold beer, wine and bar bites.

Price:Cocktails: A$22-26

Why visit:For weekend poolside affairs, highlighted with live music and DJs.

Rikard Fredricson
By:Rikard Fredricson

Rikard has spent the last 10 years exploring, enjoying, researching and working with rooftop venues. During these years he has visited more than 700 rooftops across the globe. The experience he has gained is used to create helpful, in-depth and accessible content, and to share his knowledge and rooftop expertise with fellow rooftop-lovers.

Brisbane Rooftop Map

Hot Read

Explore

Browse all the cities & articles at The Rooftop Guide

Follow The Rooftop Guide