The Brass Bookie
A characterful bar in central Cairns, rated 4.7 across more than 350 reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
The Brass Bookie sits on Abbott Street in Cairns City, in the heart of tropical north Queensland. A characterful bar, it's earned a strong reputation — the kind of stylish, in-the-know spot that's become a genuine favourite for a quality drink in a great atmosphere in central Cairns.
The appeal is that combination of quality drinks, a relaxed yet characterful setting and a convenient central location, ideal for a catch-up, a special drink or settling in for the evening. A quality bar with genuine character really stands out in a tropical city, and The Brass Bookie has clearly carved out a loyal following in Cairns.
With a 4.7 rating from more than 350 reviews, it's clearly a firm favourite. Drinks lists, any food, opening hours and any events vary, and a popular bar fills up on weekends, so it's worth checking current details before you go — though for a relaxed, quality drink in a characterful setting, it's often just a matter of dropping in and seeing why it's so well rated in central Cairns.
Reviewed by Iyan B.
Practical details
Opening hours
Closed- Monday
- 11:00 – 21:00
- TuesdayToday
- 11:00 – 21:00
- Wednesday
- 11:00 – 21:00
- Thursday
- 11:00 – 21:00
- Friday
- 11:00 – 22:00
- Saturday
- 11:00 – 22:00
- Sunday
- 11:00 – 21:00
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 86
- Popularity
- 78
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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