Best Bars in Cairns (2026)
Looking for the best bars in Cairns? We've rounded up 42 of the city's standout spots — from neighbourhood favourites to buzzy new openings. Every venue is ranked by our Spot Score, which weighs reputation, popularity and freshness, so you can book with confidence. Filter by suburb, price or what's open now to find your next go-to.
42 spots
Rattle n Hum Cairns
$$Steaks, burgers and pizza in an easygoing, wood-lined pub with long tables and big-screen sports.
Bar 94 Club & Beer Garden
Bar 94 Club & Beer Garden is a bar in Cairns City, Cairns. It holds a 4.8-star Google rating from 88 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 60/100.
Rattle n Hum Port Douglas
$$Rattle n Hum Port Douglas is a restaurant in Port Douglas, Cairns. It holds a 4.1-star Google rating from 1915 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 60/100.
Whiskey and Wine by Crystalbrook
Whiskey and Wine by Crystalbrook is a bar in Cairns City, Cairns. It holds a 4.6-star Google rating from 193 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 60/100.
Trinity Beach Sports Club
Trinity Beach Sports Club is a cafe in Trinity Beach, Cairns. It holds a 4.3-star Google rating from 497 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 59/100.
Sneaky Mick's Cocktail & Supper Lounge
Sneaky Mick's Cocktail & Supper Lounge is a bar in Palm Cove, Cairns. It holds a 4.8-star Google rating from 70 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 59/100.
The Downunder Bar
$$The Downunder Bar is a bar in Cairns City, Cairns. It holds a 4.2-star Google rating from 415 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 58/100.
Cosmos Lounge Port Douglas
Cosmos Lounge Port Douglas is a bar in Port Douglas, Cairns. It holds a 4.8-star Google rating from 62 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 58/100.
Grand Hotel Cairns
$$Plain rooms with shared bathrooms in a laid-back hotel featuring a quirky restaurant & free parking.
Mexicairns
Mexicairns is a bar in Cairns City, Cairns. It holds a 4.2-star Google rating from 315 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 57/100.
Rattle n Hum Palm Cove
$$Vibrant beachfront bar and eatery for char-grilled steaks and seafood, plus karaoke and live music.
BAR36
$$BAR36 is a bar in Cairns City, Cairns. It holds a 4.3-star Google rating from 232 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 57/100.
THE VOID
THE VOID is a bar in Cairns City, Cairns. It holds a 4.9-star Google rating from 37 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 56/100.
The Hound Small Bar
The Hound Small Bar is a bar in Edge Hill, Cairns. It holds a 4.7-star Google rating from 46 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 56/100.
Tradies Bar
$Tradies Bar is a bar in Cairns North, Cairns. It holds a 4.4-star Google rating from 90 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 55/100.
The Woolshed
$$Restaurant and club space, known for table dancing, and wild parties.
Kuranda Hotel
Kuranda Hotel is a bar in Kuranda, Cairns. It holds a 3.8-star Google rating from 672 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 54/100.
Distil on the Hill
Distil on the Hill is a bar in Yorkeys Knob, Cairns. It holds a 4.7-star Google rating from 23 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 52/100.
Bars in Cairns — FAQs
What are the best bars in Cairns?+
Our top-rated bars in Cairns are ranked by our Spot Score, which combines Google ratings, review volume, category fit and how recently we verified the details. The highest scorers appear at the top of this page.
How is the Cairns bars ranking decided?+
We blend independent signals — Google star ratings and review counts, popularity, the quality of available information and freshness — into a single Spot Score out of 100. It's an editorial score, not a paid placement.
Can I filter bars by suburb or price?+
Yes. Use the filters to narrow by suburb, minimum rating, price level, whether a place is open now, and features like dog-friendly or outdoor seating.
How many bars are listed in Cairns?+
We currently feature 42 bars across Cairns and surrounding suburbs, and we add and re-check venues regularly.