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Overview

Bars & Nightlife The guide was updated: 2024-06-10

Canberra has a reputation for being a bit staid and conservative, but underneath the seemingly stiff exterior there is a strong party atmosphere forged by the capital's younger inhabitants. A large university population helps fuel the busy nightlife scene.

Casino Canberra

Casino Canberra

Casino Canberra has everything for prime entertainment. With its 40 gaming tables with roulette, blackjack, poker and keno in a laid-back atmosphere there is plenty to choose from if you are in a gaming mood. The casino has two excellent bars for enjoying a cold beer and relaxing.

Joe's Bar

Joe's Bar

Joe’s Bar is a bar and an Italian restaurant, where both food and drink are treated with utmost care. Start with antipasti, move on to the lasagne, and the burrata. Foremost, Joe's is an intimate place to gather, experience and engage with family and friends, new and old.

Molly

Molly

Molly, a 1920s speakeasy in Civic, is hidden within Hobart Place, behind an unmarked wooden door and down a dark staircase. The bar is seriously well equipped with the widest choice of spirits. Their scotch range is splendid, from good old classics to exquisite aged ones. A charcuterie board and an old-school Negroni is always a winning combination.

King O'Malley's Irish Pub

King O'Malley's Irish Pub

A wide selection of Australian and International beers accompanied by great pub food await visitors to King O'Malley's. In this busy, noisy but convivial pub atmosphere the friendly staff will take good care of you.

Hippo Co

Hippo Co

Hippo C is he quintessential whisky and cocktail experience in Canberra. Huge selection, innovative seasonal cocktails and experienced bar staff will guide you through an educational and fun whiskey tasting. Every Wednesday evening, Hippo Co presents live jazz and blues, and hosts some of the best jazz musicians from Australia and around the world.

ANU Union Bar

ANU Union Bar

Australian National University (ANU) Union Bar is a very popular place for students and off-campus folks. This is a great place to relax with friends and play pool. The crowd is, predictably, on the younger side.

Mooseheads Pub & Nightclub

Mooseheads Pub & Nightclub

With four unique levels playing a selection of R&B, Chart, Dance, Old School and just a touch of the heavier club sounds, you will find one that fits your taste in music and style. Each floor has its very own bar to cater to your needs. The nightclub is one of the hottest late night party venues around. Come here during the day for some decent pub grub and a pint.

Parlour

Parlour

Parlour is a dining and drinking venue like no other in Canberra. It features Spanish tapas, local and international wine, and cocktails.

Bentspoke Brewing Co.

Bentspoke Brewing Co.

Bentspoke is a microbrewery and tap house which has been twice crowned Best Australian Small Brewer. They are not afraid of bending the rules of how beer and cider should be made, so get your taste buds ready for a flavourful journey.

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