West Coast Australia
Taking over from the much-loved Laundry 43, Darleen's brings the karaoke, vinyl and beer-yoga vibes to Busselton. Exposed brick walls form the backdrop…
Must-see nightlife in Australia
New South Wales
This cornerside wine bar offers a good-sized wine list, a couple of tap beers and a changing menu of local brews. The food menu is simple, but all dishes…
Margaret River
Exposed brick walls give a warm feel inside, while tables and chairs on the grass out the front are the perfect place to catch some rays at this large…
Cairns
It has sticky carpets and reeks of stale Guinness, but Irish-themed PJ’s still packs the backpackers in with party nights and dirt-cheap meals. Tuesday is…
Perth
Old-style pub that attracts the Beaufort St indie crowd. A good spot for a drink before a comedy show or music gig up the road at the Astor theatre.
Byron Bay & Northern NSW
Perched on the the cliffs overlooking Yamba Beach, this 1930-built hotel has some of the best pub views in Australia. There is regular live music and DJ…
Kangaroo Island
A pop-up caravan bar on the Emu Bay foreshore, serving KI wine and beer, coffee, cake and cocktails (a winning combo whichever way you spin it). Raffish…
Newcastle
The deck at this waterfront place, located in a cavernous but cool converted warehouse looking across at the port, is a perfect spot for a sundowner. The…
Townsville
An eco-conscious establishment roasting beans sourced from the Atherton Tablelands to Mombasa. If you don’t find a blend you like, invent your own and…
Canberra
This popular foreshore pub is packed to the brim with locals during happy hour (5pm to 6pm Monday to Thursday). There's a big screen for sports fans and…
Victoria
When the sun's shining head out to this cafe's small backyard, where a caravan serves drinks. The food's good, too, with a heap of pizzas, sandwiches and…
Melbourne
This dive bar and art space is set over two levels, and within its gritty confines they play everything from electronic to live Polish jazz. Also sells…
Tasmania
A majestic art-deco building right on the water's edge, the Riviera has a popular bar with outdoor seating. There's also a bistro on-site (mains $22 to …
Port Douglas
Elegant and unmissable, the old ‘Courty’ holds court on the main street corner. It's a lively local, with live music on weekends and reasonable meals.
Margaret River
Tucked behind the shops off the Busselton Hwy, this American-style saloon bar serves up an extensive range of beers plus a classic cocktails list.
West Coast Australia
Winning features of this landmark old pub (dating from 1860) include a huge palm-tree-lined courtyard, $10 meal deals, and live music on weekends.
Mollymook Golf Club Beachside Bistro
South Coast NSW
Stupendous views over the northern end of Mollymook Beach at this popular sporting club and bistro. Bypass the food for the tap beer and sunset.
Cairns
Pull up a seat in the retro space for a Ransom caffeine fix; locals rate this as some of the best coffee in Cairns. Serves breakfast and lunch.
Melbourne
No word of a lie, the coffee's great at this bright and breezy cafe. It also serves muffins, cookies, toasted sandwiches and filled baguettes.
Melbourne
Situated in the middle of the South Melbourne Market, Padre offers a perfect (and popular) caffeine-enhanced respite from mad market shopping.
Southport Surf Lifesaving Club
Gold Coast
This beautiful, airy pavilion-style club has spectacular views. The deck is open from 8am for coffee, or head here for lazy beery afternoons.
Airlie Beach
Airlie's inevitable Irish bar has live music every night, with occasional events, cold Guinness and plenty of backpackers enjoying a session.
Noosa
Everything you'd expect from a yacht club: refreshing booze, water views and sociable salts. Especially worth a visit for a sunset toast.
Perth
DJs, drag shows and the occasional bit of lesbian mud wrestling. The rooftop bar space is great if you need to come up for (fresh) air.
Victoria
A local favourite just off Mornington's main street, this cafe serves good coffee made with Five Senses beans. Its cakes are good too.
West Coast Australia
The latest addition to Pemberton town centre, this stylish new whisky bar boasts an extensive list and a cosy fire for an evening in.
Cairns & Far North Queensland
The most happening place in Palm Cove, with a fun crowd, regular live music and a fab cocktail list. Good eats, too.
Canberra
Electronic music lovers gather here late around a thumping sound system in this dark and wonderful corner of Civic.
Cairns & Far North Queensland
This local hang-out is great for a drink in the sunny garden bar, bargain-priced seafood and decent kids' meals.
Southern WA
Come to this petrol station cafe for good coffee and muffins against a backdrop of stunning Aboriginal art.
Southern WA
Colourful caravan with excellent fresh juices and smoothies, and a few warming soups in cooler months.
Canberra
Fuel your shopping with an ubersmooth espresso from Piccolo, a new coffee outlet in the Niche Market.
West Coast Australia
Long-standing live-music venue with touring artists, including classic Australian cover bands.
Byron Bay & Northern NSW
The most serious-about-coffee cafe in town, this espresso bar roasts its beans on-site.
New South Wales
You can't beat Bill's Beans for the best specialty home-roasted coffee in town.
Cairns & Far North Queensland
The best spot for barista coffee and cake in Chillagoe.
Adelaide
Electra electrifies a rather amazing old sandstone edifice on King William St – the former Citizens Life Assurance Co building, cobbled together in 1901…
Adelaide
A mainstream kinda place for a South Australian wine or a cold beer (glasses maintained at a consistent 2°C), with a jovial big-screen front bar, pool…
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