Sunset Sips: Where to Find the Best Bars in Noosa

Welcome to Noosa, where the sunny stretches of the ocean meet the bustling food, wine and fashion scene. Nestled along the iconic Hastings Street and beyond, Noosa's bar scene offers a tantalising array of venues, each with a unique charm and character.

From chic cocktail lounges to laid-back beachside retreats, Noosa's best bars promise an unforgettable experience to first-time tourists and seasoned regulars alike. Whether you're seeking a sophisticated aperitif or a casual drink with friends, there's a spot to suit every mood and occasion.

So once you’ve checked into your Noosa accommodation and unpacked all of your bathing suits, take a scroll through our guide to Noosa’s best bars and let’s plan your dream getaway!

Apéro

Apéro Noosa is an ode to the European tradition of meeting a friend for an aperitif and a bite to eat. Whilst we wouldn’t quite put this one down as a restaurant, it’s a venue not to be missed! Why not stop in for a light supper of upscale bites ranging from peckish (bread, olives, anchovies) to more substantial meals (Mafadine pasta or wagyu beef sirloin). Sip on classic cocktails or choose from the extensive wine list. Hurry now, the oysters and champagne await you!

203 Gympie Terrace, Noosaville

Moonstruck

Cafe by day, gin-slinging bar by night, Moonstruck is always a delight After a long day at the beach, it's the perfect place to wind down with seating sprawling out across the pavement. Enjoy the curated Australian small-batch gin collection (go for a gin flight!) and a cheeseboard and soak up the last of the day before repeating it all again tomorrow.

5 Hastings Street, Noosa Heads

Miss Moneypenny’s

With a relaxed atmosphere on stylish Hastings Street, Miss Moneypenny’s is the perfect place to stop by to sip on cocktails that look as good as they taste. Be sure to stay a little longer and indulge in artfully constructed meals like the Chargrilled Ora King Salmon Stick, local scallops served in a half shell or the Slipper Lobster Linguine.

6 Hastings Street, Noosa Heads

Pucca

If a gin and tonic is your go-to order, head to Pucca! This Euro-Indian restaurant is also one of the most popular bars in Noosa for a boutique gin experience. Serving a variety of local and international gins, you can enjoy a fresh G&T or a curated cocktail, designed to complement and enhance each spirit’s unique botanical profile. If gin isn’t your thing, there are plenty of other cocktails and beer options on the menu, making Pucca one of the best bars in Noosa to suit a group event.

The Pavilion, 19 Sunshine Beach Road, Noosa Heads

YoYo Bar & Restaurant

For drinks with a view, head to YoYo Bar & Restaurant. YoYo is one of the best bars in Noosa to visit if you’re chasing down an extensive wine list, elegant cocktails and a good mix of local and international craft beers and spirits.

Boasting a global wine list, housed in a custom-made, temperature-controlled cellar, YoYo has been awarded two glasses in the Australia Wine List of the Year Awards in 2019. The interiors at this Noosa bar are modern and ambient, but we love the refreshing river views from the balcony.

1/249 Gympie Terrace, Noosaville

Noosa Heads Surf Life Saving Club

What could be more iconically Australian than a surf club? Always a casual crowd-pleaser, the Noosa Heads Surf Life Saving Club is easily one of the best bars in Noosa for a myriad of occasions, group sizes or situations. Whether you’ve spent the day trekking the national park, swimming in the surf or shopping up a storm on Hastings Street, head into this trusty establishment for a certified good time.

While you’re here, you’ll enjoy views of Noosa’s world-famous beach, and enjoy a variety of beers from the whopping thirty taps on deck.

69 Hastings Street, Noosa Heads

Whisky Boy

Led by two of Noosa’s longest-running hospitality legends, Whisky Boy is a must on our list of the best bars in Noosa. Between Jimmy Talve’s 16 years spent as a local working in some of Noosa’s most iconic restaurants, and Geoffrey Marc’s worldly experience working in top-notch kitchens and at Noosa’s Food and Wine Festival, your chances of adoring this bar are high.

Pop in on your next trip to the Sunshine Coast’s beloved holiday destination and enjoy a whisky flight or a delicious cocktail to start your vacay the right way.

10/203 Gympie Terrace, Noosaville

Now that you've discovered all the best bars in Noosa, scout out the tastiest restaurants in the area to complete your stay. Don’t forget to slip, slop and slap during your visit to this coastal part of Queensland, and layer up on a good quality SPF.