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Pubs & Clubs in Canberra

THE 10 BEST Canberra Pubs & Clubs

Pubs & Clubs in Canberra

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What travellers are saying

  • Rob S
    Fitzroy, Australia6 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Hippo Co is a perfect hideout for a cold winters night in Canberra. After being in Canberra for almost 2 years I have finally found a whisky bar, not just another gin cocktail bar.
    Written 14 June 2022
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  • sfergo
    Canberra, Australia186 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Delicious burgers and a great range of food. I always enjoy going here and playing the video games and stuff.
    Written 20 May 2021
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  • Canberra Bubble
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Dark days are gone, this place is a winner. My first visit was a major disappointment, and it has only gotten better over the last 12 months.

    Great range that turns over regularly. Busy commuter crowd. Limited wine and spirit range, but you're coming here for the array of taps (12), friendly crowd and knowledgeable staff.

    An added bonus, one of the best people watching places in the capital.
    Written 19 November 2019
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  • Belle D
    1 contribution
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Mister bartender sir provided a excellent espresso martini when given cocktail tastes. He was very friendly and not at all depressed. PS he is named Hamish
    Written 6 September 2018
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  • KristyMelody
    Melbourne, Australia6 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    I went there to see a band a few weeks back, i was very impressed with the renovations that have taken place. The place is looking more fresh and clean, had really great vibes about it. Can't wait to come back to Canberra again to another show
    Written 16 April 2019
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  • Aussie_Tourism_Guru
    Australia48 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    nice spot to step inside and off the main street to find a hide away for non-pretentious, easy going fellow drinkers. The live music lineup looks great for our next visit
    Written 2 January 2017
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  • Gary094
    Newcastle, Australia2,375 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Popular place. Saturday afternoon lots of ppl there. Nice log fires inside . Friendly bar staff. Food looked good. Burgers were big. Big outside area with small stage for music. A couple of other buildings for functions
    Written 31 October 2020
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  • Middy D
    2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This guy is mad - he sells beer from a van called the "Suss Bus" from a carwash in the middle of Canberra! He hates politicains but loves to talk politics? He hates over regulation but loves to talk and regulation? Its the opposite to what you expect; a bit like a street perfromance of the obverse BUT you get to drink beer and shots! You can also take home beer and shots but the bottle - amazing stuff!

    Never seen anything like it in Australia as he is the only one allow to do this in Australia - not fenced off food truck area (although there are food trucks there) this is on the footpath!

    You have to check this out before he is around - he apparently travels a lot so he could be here one month, gone the next!

    PS. Spin the wheel but you have been warned! Public humiliation awaits but it's soooo funny.
    Written 18 April 2024
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  • Musical lover
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great times in 2006 with a hot woman. Muddle bar is now closed and it was the greatest setting off point in my life and the beginning of many adventures. Still so hot right now.
    Written 24 May 2022
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  • joday013
    Western Australia, Australia269 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Joined the club which was a easy endeavour. Staying at the murcure. The service was fast and the Tucker was good. Prices were about what we are used to. This is not a Michelin star restaurant. I will be going back for another feed.
    Written 18 September 2023
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  • Jamesfarnarkler
    Canberra, Australia54 contributions
    3.0 of 5 bubbles
    So four years after my initial review of 88mph, time for an update. It's become so popular that getting in on a Saturday night has become an issue. Get there too early and you'll be told there's a private function until 9pm. Get there after 10pm and there'll be a queue to get in. 11:30pm last Saturday and the queue was 25 metres long. Due to the capacity of the place, I doubt the people at the end of that queue got in much before 1am. The group that owns the place could surely relocate to a bigger site. Music is still good when it could be great. Not too many one hit wonders.
    Written 17 June 2021
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  • ChrisF_Sydney
    Sydney, Australia486 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Tiny bar, nice retro decor that's warm on a cold night
    Lovely barman who was friendly and chatty
    Great spot for a drink after work.
    Excellent for a function - we had a group meet for a private event.
    Meat and cheese platters good to share
    Highly recommended
    Written 21 September 2019
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  • AL
    35 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Live music while we eat. A nice pub with decent food offering. It does not have a lot of choices but enough for choice. Order your food at the pub and the food will arrive at your table.
    Written 7 April 2023
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  • axs666
    Sydney, Australia1,272 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    A smallish place but very cool. Good service from a knowledgable staff. Interesting cocktails. Decent beer and wine selection. Definitely a place I could chill in.
    Written 9 December 2015
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  • Christine M
    Sydney, Australia20 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Very cosy and cool.
    Friendly professional staff
    Amazing cocktails
    Great atmosphere
    Really fabulous music
    A bit tricky to find but well worth it
    If staying at QT, Ovolo or Peppers then it’s a must.
    Written 22 September 2023
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