best bars in Cairns, best sports bars in Cairns, pubs in Cairns

Best Sports Bars and Pubs in Cairns

Whether you are a local or just travelling this page is for you, showing a full list of all the best sports bars and pubs in Cairns and their upcoming sports schedule. Simply select a venue that appeals to you and all their features will appear whether they have a big screen, sound on a beer garden and if you are able to make a booking. To see more venues in Queensland, see our list of the best sports bars and pubs in Brisbane and Gold Coast.

Best Bars in Cairns

Showing best bars in:

Booking enquiry

Best Sports Bars in Cairns

Dunwoodys Hotel

4

2.6 km Cairns | $$

As one of Cairns’ most iconic venues we’ve been serving up the goods here since 1992. A quality hotel with everything you’d come to expect from a true blue North Queensland pub – done exceptionally well. The balance between our laid back NQ vibes along with our passion for delivering the very best customer experience is intentional. All the usual food and drink suspects – from family dinner to Saturday race day on the fillies we’ve got something for everyone, there’s a space for the entire community.

bookable

Booking enquiry

Best Sports Bars in Sratford

Barron River Hotel

4.4

5.4 km Sratford | $

The Barron River is one of the oldest hotels in Cairns being first built as a lodging house in 1887 & then opened by The Tully family as a hotel in 1927. It has a long & rich history etched into the fabric of the hotel. The veranda is a great place to relax, overlooking the old timber mill and the rail lines where the Kuranda Railway journeys past each day, lade with tourists. The bar is full of colourful characters, as it has been for over 100 years. With a large range of cold beers & cider on tap, Keno and TAB, the hotel certainly caters for those who want to have a great time. The Gaming Room features the latest gaming machines and link jackpots, as well as fantastic giveaway promotions. - - There's live music on the front deck at sunset every Friday night featuring great local talent from around the area and the last Thursday of each month is The Barron's Trivia night which generates lots of local grey matter ! There is plenty of space for parking out the back and a courtesy coach servicing the local area. The hotel also has a Liquor Shop attached to it so you can grab a few coldies to enjoy at home. - - Drop in & share a cold with our friendly staff, relax & stay awhile.

bookable

Booking enquiry

Best Sports Bars in Cairns

Mt Sheridan Tavern

4

7.3 km Cairns | $$

One of South sides hidden gems, everything you'd come to expect from a great FNQ pub. No BS, straight up values and service along with exceptional food and drink. An integral link within the local community we're all about giving back, making new friends and kicking all the way in this tropical oasis we call home. What are you waiting for...? Lets' catch up for a a few soon - Team MS

bookable

Booking enquiry

Best Sports Bars in Bentley Park

South Cairns Sports Club

4.4

9 km Bentley Park

Welcome to South Cairns Sports Club Cairns Cairns award winning club on the south side Come in for a casual drink with friends, grab an easy dinner with the family, visit our exciting gaming lounge, relax while the kids play in the children’s entertainment area or watch your favourite sports on the big screens! South Cairns Sports Club has it all when it comes to entertaining the whole family. Sirens Restaurant is open 7 days a week, we offer a range of gourmet sandwiches, melts, a popular pizza menu and other light meals throughout the day from the Cafe, or choose mouth-watering steaks or fresh seafood from the main menu. With so many options we have something for everybody. Plus all kids meals are just $10, including a soft drink & dessert! Come and enjoy the warm, modern atmosphere here at South Cairns Sports Club where visitors are always welcome. Free WiFi available.

bookable

Booking enquiry

Best Sports Bars in Trinity Beach

Trinity Beach Sports Club

4.3

15 km Trinity Beach

Trinity Beach Sports Club is where the beach vibes meet sports, food, drinks, and good times. So, whether you're a local or just passing through, this place is a must-visit. It's the kind of spot that makes you feel like you're on a permanent vacation, and you'll always leave with a smile on your face.

bookable

Booking enquiry

Best Sports Bars in Cairns

Trinity Beach Hotel

4.1

15 km Cairns

rinity Beach Tavern, there's nowhere else like it... - - Trinity Beach is situated on the beautiful northern beaches region of Cairns, just 20 minutes drive from the Cairns city centre and 15 minutes drive from the Cairns International and Domestic Airports. While so close to the bustling city and all its attractions such as Skyrail, Kuranda Railway and Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park, the small township of Trinity Beach retains its own distinctive characters and charm.

bookable

Booking enquiry

Best Sports Bars in Palm Cove

Palm Cove Tavern

3.9

20 km Palm Cove | $$

Palm Cove is the most northern of Cairns suburban beaches and is undoubtedly the most beautiful of all. The water laps the sand under swaying palms and whispering gums while the tanned tourists take in 5 star restaurants and 6 star resorts - we call all this home... We're everything you'd expect to find in a North Queensland pub - done exceptionally well. We're all about great food, tropical vibes and exceptional customer service... - - This venue is dog-friendly.

bookable

Booking enquiry

Best Sports Bars in Innisfail

Commonwealth Hotel

4.6

73 km Innisfail

The Commonwealth Hotel has been a landmark in Innisfail since the 1930's, surviving countless cyclones including the recent Cyclone Larry. (Large sections of the roof and interior of the building were damaged and rebuilt). - - The Hotel is a traditional Queenslander-style pub, with a small, friendly team of staff, always ready to pour you a cold beer. The hotel also features pool tables, a jukebox, and plasma screens playing all the sports action

bookable

Booking enquiry

Best Sports Bars in Mooroobool

Kangaroo Leagues Club

4.6

1.3 km Mooroobool

Kangaroos Restaurant & Bar is located inside Kangaroo Rugby league Club. It is a Child friendly gambling free facility with great food showcasing local produce. Big screen projectors & cold beer makes it the perfect spot to have a meal and watch the Football.

Best Sports Bars in Bentley Park

South Cairns Sports Club

4.2

1.6 km Bentley Park

Welcome to South Cairns Sports Club! TRADING 10am til late – 7 DAYS A WEEK Welcome to South Cairns Sports Club, the place to be on the southside. Souths offer a relaxed club in the foothills of the Southside of Cairns to meet, play and enjoy a delicious meal with family and friends. The clubhouse has spectacular views over the South Cairns Cutters AFL Oval, in which you can enjoy many local games throughout the season. You can become a member of South Cairns Sports Club and enjoy discounts on meals and drinks and entry into our many members only promotions throughout the year. If you are already a member, please introduce a friend and support local. Bookings for dining are essential. Clubs are inherently different to the stock exchange listed Hotels and Casino’s, every dollar spent at your Club, owned by you as members, more of it stays within the Cairns community, benefiting you. Supporting Cairns is what we have always done. We are 100% committed to continuing that support, while also providing first-class social Clubs and multi-use sporting facilities, appealing to all ages. Our staff will welcome you and make sure you experience that we are more than “just a Club”, and for our staff, its more than “just a job”, relationships run deep. Together, we form part of the social and sporting fabric of Cairns.

Best Sports Bars in Cairns

The Jack Cairns

4.1

3.5 km Cairns

The Jack is the best venue in Cairns for live sports, entertainment and shows.