Best Bars in Canberra

Best Bars In Canberra, ACT

Expert recommended Best Bars in Canberra, ACT. To help you find the best Bars in Canberra located near to you, we put together our own list based on customers reviews which includes everything from checking reviews, ratings, reputation, history, complaints, satisfaction, trust and cost to the general excellence. You deserve only the best!.

Honkytonks

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Beef, Pork, Chicken, Vegetarian, Honkydog, Pambazo , Spicy Potato , Tempura Fish , Chorizo, Pulled Pork, Mushroom, Chips and Salsa, Fries, Jalapeno Poppers, Mexican crispy tortilla salad

Here’s The Deal:

Welcome to Honkytonks, a contemporary fusion of Mexican and American cuisines (Tex-Mex) in the heart of Canberra’s CBD. Our iconic casual eatery offers indoor and outdoor walk-in dining before effortlessly transforming in to one of the city’s most vibrantly popular bars at night.

Hopscotch

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Shoestring Fries, Parmigiana, Tajin Spiced Calamari, Warm Lamb Salad, Popcorn Chicken, Panko Crumbed Mushrooms, Chicken Schnitzel, Barbecue Cola, Chicken Wings, El Chapo Parmigiana, Chicken Breast, Pork Belly, Creamy Potato Salad, Garden Salad, Slow Cooked Lamb Shoulder, Cheddar Cheese, Avocado, Mushroom & Chocolate Brownie

Here’s The Deal:

Hopscotch bar has the creative pub grub and a broad whiskey range, in a big, industrial-chic locale with a courtyard. It is an award-winning bar in Braddon, ACT. Hopscotch at 5 Lonsdale St is one of Braddon’s largest spaces and it is a long-lived favourite. They are providing good times, great food, and even better company; space is decked out with an expansive beer garden with specials and live music happening every week in Canberra’s CBD. Hopscotch bar workers are serving up an extensive cocktail menu with hoppy signatures, a wide selection of fine wines, and craft beers on tap coupled with the ultimate pub classics. Their delicious wood-fired pizza menu it is obvious why it has become a Canberra favourite.

Hippo Co

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COCKTAILS – Shayne’s Favour, Couch Queen, Sydney 2000, Barley Streaker, Daysleeper, Goo-Leigh, Falcon Punch. HIPPO REGULARS – Old Smoke, Churrasco Daiquiri, Limewire, Penicillin, Sex Panther, Fireside Highball BARREL AGED COCKTAILS – Negroni, Boulevardier, Manhattan

Here’s The Deal:

Located in the heart of Canberra – we love our whiskies, cocktails and good banter! We are re-opening on Friday 19th June. Our capacity is limited with the current restrictions but we are super excited to welcome you back! We are still working to provide our guests with the Hippo experience at home and you can pick up or have your order posted. Visit our store and try Hippo at Home.

High Jinks

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Fig leaf, Lo-fi, Rhubarb fool, Risky business, Ron burgundy, Cheese board, Pizza, Low rider, Classic cocktail, Brunch punch, Shiraz, Wine, Pinot noir, Pinot gris

Here’s The Deal:

High Jinks invites you to a special tasting and drink-making session with Sydney-based Ironbark Distillery. Ironbark’s lead distiller, Tim Lane, will take you through the range of Ironbark gins, a locally handcrafted spirit using Australian ingredients. Named after a fiesty bearded fella from a Banjo Paterson poem, Ironbark’s gins are infused with the flavours and character of Australiana.

Bar Rochford

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Pinot Blanc, Auxerrois, Smoked Beef Tongue Skewer, Anchovy Mayo Smoked Beef Tongue Skewer, Anchovy Mayo, Moonlight Flat ‘Clair de Lune’ Oyster, Moonlight Flat ‘Clair de Lune’ Oyster, Homeleigh Grove Olives, Homeleigh Grove Olives, Under Bakery Sourdough, Cultured Butter, Under Bakery Sourdough, Cultured Butter, Hand Cut Chips, House Ketchup, Wild Mushrooms, Anchovy, Smoked Beef Tongue, Anchovy Smoked Beef Tongue, Anchovy Fig, Pistachio, Chardonnay

Here’s The Deal:

Bar Rochford is a wine and cocktail bar hidden away in the iconic Melbourne Building. We’re all about fine food, exciting wine producers and good jams.We are constantly updating our food and wine menu.

Tipsy Bull

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Shucked to order, Yuzu ponzu mignonette, Coconut lime crumb, Bok choy, Mild coconut chilli sauce, House Infused Saffron Gin, White Peach, Italicus, Lemon, Peach Bitters, Spiced Mocha Infused Carter’s Coffee Liqueur, Caramel Vodka, Cold Drip Coffee, Sloe Gin, Marionette Groseille, Lime, Passionfruit Puree, Pineapple, Cinnamon Syrup, Solerno Blood Orange, Red Wine, Soda, Orange Bitters, Malfy Gin, Aperol, Passionfruit, Pineapple, Lime

Here’s The Deal:

Don’t expect anything too posh, that’s not how we roll. We’re into good times and great food. Enjoy friendly, fine-ish dining, designed to share with friends, and delicious cocktails, served up classic or with a tipsy twist. And since gin is our thing, sample our collection of over 230 varieties! We serve up twists on the classics and a curve-ball or two. And with our extensive wine list and craft beers for your tasting pleasure, you’ll be sure to find something you like! Gin is our thing! We are the gin bar in Canberra, with a diverse collection of over 230 gin varieties on offer to sample, and new ones joining the shelves every week! Served deconstructed with botanicals and tonic tailored to your selection, you can make it just the way you like it, or get creative

Beirut Bunker Bar

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Seville Orange Gin, Aperol, Grapefruit, Passionfruit, Lime, Tequila blanco infused with baklava, Pistachio, Horchata, Cream, Finished with a toasted pistachio dust, Watermelon, Vodka, Campari, Vanilla gomme, Lemon, Rosemary, Rum, Green tea, Yakult, Tequila,Orange, Carrot, Mango

Here’s The Deal:

The real Beirut is a buzzing epicentre of nightlife, renowned around the world by party people from all corners of the globe as one of the places to be for beats, eats, vibes, love and cocktails… a cosmopolitan heart beating with bars and clubs open all hours, places where nobody cares about your religion, your race, or the hand you want to hold.

Blackbird bar

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Blackbird lager, Ocho blanco tequila, Blackberry, Lime, Levender, Orange bitters, Pomelo, Mint, Cynar, Shiraz, Vida mezeal

Here’s The Deal:

Inspired by the soul, groove and rock and roll during the golden ages of music. And all the old-school tipples and delights to match. Love is in the company you keep Everyone is welcome, RSA and COVID policies and procedures are in place to make for a safe enjoyment and fun for everyone. Group bookings are available. Joy is in the drinks we make We have an extensive range of spirits, cocktails, wine and beer. All served by fun-loving, talented, industry professionals. Usually old-school short and stiff but we also do modern classics very well too. We have a range of entertainment available for all sorts of nights out. Check out our up and coming events page to see what’s on. Or just head down to the bar and see what happens. Never a dull moment down here.

White Rabbit Cocktail Room

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Fresh strawberries, Frangelico, White chocolate liqueur, Lemon & cranberry juice, Woodford Reserve Bourbon, Peach, Angostura & Orange bitters, Bacardi rum, Strawberry liqueur, White chocolate, strawberry puree & lemon juice, Topped with vanilla cream, Manhattan, Margarita, Martini – Dealer’s Choice, Mint Julep, Mojito, Moscow Mule

Here’s The Deal:

White Rabbit Cocktail Room is hidden in the heart of Canberra. It welcomes all those who come with young hearts and curious minds, to feast upon the decadent whimsy and marvellous creations it has to bestow.

Parlour

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Lavender, Orange, Herbs, Rosemary, Peach liqueur, Earl gray tea, Lemon, Skyy vodka, Paraiso, Vanilla syrup, Mint, Rose syrup, Spiced rum, Sugar rim, Beer

Here’s The Deal:

Parlour aims to provide an environment for warm, convivial lunches and lavish late nights – slightly removed from the Civic centre. We encourage the night-cappers, power lunchers, birthday drinkers, gourmet grazers, and wine lovers. Parlour serves contemporary food with a modern Australian feel and Spanish influence, with head chef Jackie, creating sophisticated but approachable meals. We invite you to take a seat in one of our infamously cozy lounges and discover exactly what makes Parlour so unique. Set amongst the historic NewActon precinct, Parlour is a dining and drinking experience like no other in Canberra. Open until late, we offer tapas from the kitchen, local and international boutique wine, as well as classic and house cocktails – all delivered with friendly and personalised service.