Bulimba | Where to Drink on Oxford Street This Spring

Author Shannon Edwards // Place Bulimba

In the heart of beautiful Bulimba is Oxford Street – a fabulous foodie fare with an array of bars and restaurants.

Now that we’ve escaped winter and we’ve been blessed with the warm, sunny days of Spring, what better way to spend your weekend than a drink at one of Bulimba’s best watering holes?

With the help of our Place Bulimba staff (experts on the best Bulimba has to offer), we’ve picked out the top destinations where you must visit for a drink in Bulimba this Spring.

Barcadia Bar & Kitchen

Relaxing on the airy outdoor patio overlooking Bulimba Memorial Park beneath a funky Frank & Mimi mural with a cold drink in hand…. What better way to spend an afternoon that at Barcadia Bar & Kitchen.

Run by Ben Pullen and Ben Moore, the owners are locals themselves and know how to look after the local people.

Whether it be their 50cent wings on a Wednesday, Friday afternoon drinks or a few Sunday drinks, Barcadia always has a great atmosphere.

TIP: Try the ‘Mango Spring Fling’ cocktail, a blend of white rum, peach liqueur, apricot brandy, mango puree, passionfruit, orange juice, lemon and lemonade… yum!

Il Molo

located right on the river’s edge, Il Molo has the prime positioning for a Sunday session in Spring.

The Italian restaurant has everything from antipasti through to pizza, pasta mains and dessert and everything is seriously delicious.

Catching the best breezes right off the river, of course, this is also a great place for a drink.

With a traditional Italian menu, each item from the bar can be paired perfectly to compliment your meal. Enjoy the Italian classics like Campari, Prosecco and Aperol alongside a plates of antipasti.

How could you possibly beat an Aperol Spritz on a hot day…. You can’t!

The Blind Tiger

Did you know that Oxford Street is home to one of Brisbane’s BEST whisky bars?

With several unique whiskeys, wines and craft beers from across the world The Blind Tiger is the perfect place to enjoy a sundown drink and some jazz music.

Inside a small, intimate space with crimson walls, taxidermy, vintage furniture and wall hangings, stepping into The Blind Tiger is like going from the buzzing Oxford Street into the golden era of jazz and whisky.

The Blind Tiger offers an array of world class cocktails that are worth having a try…you can’t possibly leave without tasting at least one.

Upper Deck

The Upper Deck on Oxford Street is a prime location to enjoy a drink this spring.

With a wraparound verandah, The Upper Deck looks over the vibrant hub of Bulimba.

The Upper Deck has a delicious Spanish tapas menu accompanied by beers, cocktails, wines and live music making it a great spot for a relaxing afternoon drink or nightcap.

The menu is extensive and with 22 craft beers to choose from that pair perfectly with your dish, there’s something that suits everybody’s taste.