Steeped in history, this Brissie stalwart has been serving thirsty punters since 1874. Live music on Sundays draws in a big crowd.
This iconic Brissie watering hole has been open for business since 1874, paving the way to a rich and intriguing life story. Let's face it though: barflies don't flock to The Regatta Hotel in search of a history lesson. Instead, they come for the easy vibe, the live music and, of course, the booze.
Set on the banks of the Brisbane River, Regatta enjoys a relaxed, blithesome setting. A sprawling beer garden often floods over with laidback locals, spilling casual conversation over schooners of icy beer. Meanwhile, two laced-iron verandahs provide panoramic views across the water. From here, you can even watch bar-goers pull into the Regatta by CityCat. A note to the boys: the toilets are an attraction in their own right at Regatta, with a massive one-way mirror offering up an unexpected view of the beer garden.
Parched punters can satisfy their thirst with a chilled schooner of Heineken, Becks or St Arnou, while a host of events throughout the week keep the vibe up-tempo. Test your general knowledge with trivia on Tuesday, or simply kick back and catch the latest drama from
The OC on the big screen. Sunday afternoons see a melange of sounds flood the courtyard; from local live bands to DJs spinning a mix of top-40 tunes, R&B and hip hop.
Tim Brown & Victoria Brooks
