This bar was another one of those bars that I thought was literally nothing short of awesome. In fact you seriously could not get a bar that would be better than this. Okay, you probably can, but you would be pushing really, really hard. This is one of those bars that I absolutely love, even if only for the really nice atmosphere inside. However, the other thing was that they also have some pretty awesome beers on tap as well. read more

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When we decided we were going to visit Brisbane, we knew a trip to this beer bar was high on our list of priorities. Over the week we were in town, we visited here twice. It is quite a big venue and has 2 bars. One bar is a little smaller, has different taps and does take away sales. This bar seems to have some of the rarer beers on than the main bar. We tried to newly released Holgate millennium falcon here, which was amazing. The main bar is massive and has couches, bar stools, tables, pool tables and an awesome wall made up of comic book pages. They have walls lines with bookshelves and books and it is gives off a relaxed vibe. We only ate here once and from what I remember the food was nice. The beer is definitely what stood out. Great selection of beer and reasonably priced for craft beer. They also have live music and the place gets pretty busy. Great atmosphere, great beer and the staff were pretty knowledgeable on the beer they serve too which is great. When back in Brisbane i'll be back for sure! read more

Archive is situated in the heart of the "trendy" west end district. That is the plac the where hippies combine with the yuppies. Coming from someone who is not a big fan of West End, this place is definetaly one of the best places for beer lovers in Brisbane to have a drink or two. First thing I notice about this place is the decor. The owners have decorated the vast space to look like a mixture of kitschy and like a bookstore which is something I think would appeal to a large group of people. There is also the occasional cover-band that performs here which is always a nice touch to the evening especially since all of us know how fun it is to sing along the your favourite late 90's tune can be after a couple of beers. Now onto the main appeal of the place- the beer. Archive definetaly have a beer menu that sets them apart from the other bars in the area. The beer menu is long enough to intimidate the biggest beer snobs around. Coming from someone who is not a complete beer snob, I found myself overwhelmed by the choices I had. Thankfully, I found asking the staff to be a pleasant experience they proved to have a good knoweledge of the product they were selling. Every beer I have tried, I have loved but if I had to name a favourite, it would be the 'White Rabit Dark Ale' which is one of the many beers offered on tap for a very reasonable price. Overall, I would recommend this place to anyone visiting west-end who is after a nice cold boutique beer at a reasonable price. read more

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How can you not love a place that offers Bingo, Trivia, two-for-one meals, live music, and some of the best beer on tap? Now that I'm not a reckless 19 year old, I tend to prefer an atmosphere where you can enjoy a game of pool and get a little silly over some cider around a table with friends. Archive is perfect for afternoon drinks to celebrate a new job or graduation, but it's also perfect for a Friday night banter. It's the place where you can just mosey in and enjoy a two-for-one feed (amazing chicken schnitzel, by the way) and have a beer to pair with it. it's just so easy to relax and enjoy the charged yet acceptably indifferent atmosphere Archive's twenty-something niche crowd tends to create. Any way, I love it. It's the best possible atmosphere for a group outing and it keeps things on the classy side until you want to spill out onto the street. read more

Archive Bar - Beer Bar Near Me - Brisbane, QLD

Archive isn't exactly my cup of tea. With entry from both Russell Street and Boundary Street, it's a pretty big place and I feel it tries to do a little too much. Going for the warm, scholarly, cosy look inside, it would be the perfect place to curl up in one of their couches and read a book whilst sipping one of their tasty boutique beers. However, the room is large, brightly lit and often full of people (at least this is a sign of its popularity). The front deck is nice with it's long wooden tables and street views, as is the Russell Street outdoor seating. Both of these areas, however, make the place feel more like a pub. The beer is good, the food and service is fast and location is awesome; I think perhaps, I just feel a slight discord between the theme of Archive and what it actually is: a large casual establishment, relatively cheap, suited to big crowds and with something for everyone. Nothing wrong with that, but I expected more of a niche bar. read more

Archive Bar - Beer Bar Near Me - Brisbane, QLD

Wanted to go here for a while but it was a disappointment. Can't quite put finger on what it is but the place whilst had a bit of crowd lacked vibes or presented different messages. Might go back to see if it was one off but won't be a regular drinking hole for me and my friends. read more

Wednesday Wednesday Wednesday! If you didn't get my hint, you have to come to Archive on Wednesdays! They have a great 2 for 1 deal where you can get any 2 items on their menu and they charge you a singular price of the more expensive items. It's a great way to stretch that dollar in Australia and have amazing food. I ordered the Rib Fillet cooked medium with the garlic aioli sauce, and it was just amazing. The steak was cooked perfectly and the marinade on it was just great! The dish also comes with a side salad and a generous amount of fries. I really enjoyed the food there, and it's definitely another one of my top places in Brisbane to go to. Be aware that since the 2 for 1 deal is so good, be prepared to see a lot of people. Even though our party got here at 8pm, there were barely any tables and we had to wait for a while to even find a table big enough for 12 people. The atmosphere here is absolutely great as the location in West End lends itself to its rich cultural atmosphere as well super fun vibe. read more

Archive Bar - Beer Bar Near Me - Brisbane, QLD

Archive is my Local. No I don't saunter over at around 10am to play the pokies and play pool with Bazza. I go to Archive for the 2 '4' 1's on wednesdays, or for the Trivia nights or frankly for the amazing range of Craft beers they have on offer. A mix of independent micro brewers and the larger beer houses will have you salivating at the bar. If that's not enough Archive's also offer hearty pub style food, retro furnishings (check out how their imaginative use of BOOKS, who said Beer makes you dumb?) and relaxed atmosphere. It's established itself as a Westend institution and will not disappoint. read more

Archive Bar - Beer Bar Near Me - Brisbane, QLD

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Undoubtedly Brisbane's largest craft beer boutique and a cleverly marketed venue, with the book-themed decor cleverly lending what was essentially a new space under a nightclub for teenagers some sort of credibility and cache. The newspapers lining the walls may have been a little bit of a mistake, as they learned through the proliferation of profanities and depictions of appendages that were drawn on the images of several public figures. Management proactively replaced newspaper with comic book covers which have proved harder to deface. Apart from the beers Archive boasts a pretty serious modern Australian menu, with each item cleverly matched to a particular craft beer. The pan seared swordfish with roast potatoes, pickled cabbage and lemon is delicate, delicious and filling. I was on a rare detox at the time so I didn't match it with the recommended Mountain Goat Steam Ale. Other features I appreciate about Archive are their casual dress code (thongs and shorts are OK) and their late opening hours. They are often the last watering hole open on Boundary St, especially on a weeknight. read more

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I've been to Archive several times during my years living in Brisbane and I often enjoy trying a new beer from their extensive range. I'm a fan of their book-page light fittings, miss-matched sofas and arm chairs and delicious chips from the kitchen. What makes me give Archive the A-OK rating and not something a little higher is their cider menu. I've really tried to like Pipsqueak cider - but it just doesn't please my pallet at all. Out of 10 ciders on their menu; I find I'm only able to enjoy one or two of them. And I just can't have a night on beer like I used to in my early twenties! All in all - Archive is a fun, casual pub with great decor. Just doesn't tickle my cider fancy. read more

Archive Bar - Beer Bar Near Me - Brisbane, QLD

Oh, Archive. I don't want to be that hipster saying "I liked it before it was cool" or, in the words of Regurgitator, "I like your old stuff better than your new stuff", but it's true. I used to love hitting up Archive for a cheeky brew or two, even a meal (particularly on 2-4-1 Wednesday nights, if I had any friends that night). But the word got around, and the people flocked, and now just being in a 100m radius of Archive (particularly on a Friday or Saturday night) makes me anxious. Plus, there's the fact that I was quite happily playing jenga and card games on Monday Games Nights before they were cruelly transformed into Monday Bingo Nights. Don't get me wrong, I love a good bingo session, and bingo with craft beer ranks only just below the all-time best version of bingo, which is played in a church hall surrounded by blue rinse and being called by some dude with a bit of pomp who's been calling the numbers for the past thirty years. However, Archive bingo threw off my jenga groove. No, bingo man. I am trying to play jenga. I am not playing bingo. Stop hassling me. Yes, I do want to win a carton of beer but I really, really want to keep playing jenga without being berated for not conforming to your bingo ethos. So, bingo overlords and crowds made me give you up, Archive. I could've sucked it up and gotten over it, or I could have moved on to a different Monday night venue, so I did the latter. I still see you occasionally for a cheeky brew, and I've even attempted attending a Monday Bingo Night, but it's not the same. Something has died between us. I think we've both moved on. But maybe one night when I'm lonely, I'll come by for a visit on the sly. read more

It's well known that I like beer. I mean I really, really like beer. The only thing I like more than beer is good beer. On more than one occasion I've made the interstate trip to get to Archive. It's *that* good. It's a lovely laid back venue, with a great food menu. The beer menu, however, is where the real magic lies. I tried to take a photo of every page but my camera ran out of memory (that's a joke). There is LOTS of beer. From Sunshine Coast Brewery to Mountain Goat to Little Creatures to Sierra Nevada, they've pretty much got every beer you've ever seen behind a bar or in a bottle shop. It's required visiting every time I'm in town these days, and I highly recommend adding it to your list. As far as venues for beer loves in Brisbane go, this is our Mecca. See you there some day. read more

Archive is another go to spot when we have out of towners. It has an extensive beer and cider menu and the snacks are really tasty. What more could you want? Oh I know, how bout the fact that it's filled with thrift shop style furniture so while you're enjoying your beers and snacks you can cozy into a big old couch while you chat with your friends? The location is great too because it's an easy stop on a pub hop in West End. read more

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One of the original places to get a tasty craft beer in Brisbane. Archive is at its best on a quiet weekday evening, or relaxed weekend afternoon. We visited on a Friday night, and it is somewhat a victim of its own success. The layout is somewhat cave like with the acoustics to match. This leads to a viscous feedback loop where yelling to be heard leads to more yelling which ends badly, or atleast loudly. I may have to pass onto the owner the details of an acoustic engineer I know. Perhaps I could suggest some less sound reflective surfaces, some carpet maybe? Still, a great selection of tasty beer to be had. The 2 4 1 wednesday night meal deal is also great value. read more

The range of craft beer available here is nothing short of amazing. Bottle or on tap there is such a variety on offer and I managed to find a beer from a craft brewer i had gone to uni with. There is plenty of space with seating and comfy couches spread out around the place. A couple of pool tables which have space around them to play a shot without worrying about knocking someone's drink over. Live entertainment was at a good volume that should not lead to early onset hearing loss. Serves food too which cover the usual selection found in pubs. Great place to try craft beer read more

This is THE place in Brisbane for beer. It's got the biggest number of taps, the biggest variety of bottles and even proper pints if you are tired of schooners or pots. They rotate selection so you are usually assured of something new and different every time you stop by, either exotic foreign beers or obscure Aussie microbrews. The kitchen serves the usual selection of pub grub as well as salads. There is usually a special of sorts on which is inevitably one of the best deals on the menu. Highly recommended to hit this place up of you find yourself on Brisbane. read more

Just love it! The bar is covered in books, the mobiles are book pages and there are comic book pages on the walls! Books + alcohol = heaven! They have a great selection of beer and cider. I had the apple and ginger last night, which while not my favourite, was certainly interesting and I'm glad I tried it. We also did the Tuesday night Trivia. We lost but it was still fun. You pay about $1 per person and the money goes into the jackpot. At the end of the night they ask 3 very difficult questions and if a team gets them right (including spelling!) they win the jackpot! If no one wins, it rolls over into the next trivia jackpot. Sweet. It was up to about $800 last night. read more

4 stars for beer, 2 stars for food. Good selection of beer, but thought their draft beer was lacking, not enough craft beers. Went for 2 for 1 Wed for food. Got ribeye, girlfriend got filet, was decently cooked but could tell meat was subpar, it is a bar so I decided not to dock any stars for the food. read more

I am a very very happy person when drinking the fine beers on offer at Archive. This establishment is one of my favourites in West End and by the crowds there on any given night I assume a favourite haunt for many. The bar staff are very friendly, always serving with a smile. But it is the beers on tap at Archive that make me the happiest. I love a good Little Creatures or Mountain Goat and they are priced very reasonably here. Archive is one of those places with enough quirky decour that you can easily become distracted from you conversaion as your eyes travel around the bar made of books, the page lights adorning the ceiling, or the wall of newspapers. The bathroom is annoyingly dark however. This is great for when you are on a bender and you don't really want to notice the mascara smudging around your eyes and making you look like a panda bear, but Archive is not really that sort of place so when you've only had one beer and you can barely see your face it is quite annoying. Nonetheless, in general Archive is pretty neat. There are some good pool tables available that are almost always in use as well as various couches. Out the front are some nice long tables, great for when you are with a big group of friends or deciding to make new ones. Archive is definitely the place to be if you like a good brew among good company. read more

Archive Bar - Beer Bar Near Me - Brisbane, QLD

Coming from San Diego, craft beer central and known to have some of the best, I had to find somewhere to have a legit glass of beer and see what Aus has to offer. We made it a point to stop here for a couple of beers when heading to Brisbane. The beer, it was great. Really enjoyed it, and they had a very nice selection. The place itself was pretty cool, a bit divey, laid-back. Have to mention the hipster look that was vibin all up in there. Seeing that craft beer and the culture is only just evolving there, the hipster/trendy look seems to be as well. i'm thinking all bartenders must have a beard, skinny jeans, tennies with no socks, etc. to work there...? haha Anyway, cool place, and definitely worth checking out, despite the hipster multiples, they were very friendly, had great service. I'll be coming back for sure. read more

Even if your not a huge beer fan you'll find a place for you (cider, perhaps?) among the vintage lounge chairs, comic book covered walls and pretty good "pub grub" at Archive Beer Boutique. It is one of those places that is equally charming to meet friends for a subdued afternoon "session" or make it the place to start your evening when it gets really pumping. Oh and although I don't advocate drinking before noon, they're now doing brunch! read more

Came here with some friends. At the trendy West End. Live music on a Sunday arvo relaxing with friends, boutique beer as well as craft beer, and cider. We ordered the Calamari, chips and salad, with aolie, with garlic pizza. Very tasty. read more

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2 for 1 Wednesdays paired with ginger beer and an assortment of tap-ready ciders. Oh, did I mention live music in the upstairs section too? Can't beat that, especially with the collection of flannel-shirts and bearded men scattered about. I had duck confit (A fancy French dish which isn't that snooty at all. You basically preserve the duck in a bed of fat and flavor for a day or two before cooking - YUM!) that was served over a bed of Yukon gold potatoes and vegetables with an orange glaze. My mum had an eye fillet cooked to the perfect medium-rare with the best chips I've eaten during all of my Aussie travels. The environment was so pleasant upstairs with the books, dim lighting, acoustic music, and the random collection of couches, tables, bottles, and antiques. It seems like Archive puts forth a good community vibe centered around delicious food and a gorgeous selection of ciders and beers. Serious applauds to this beautiful place and, of course, the friendly and kind staff - in particular the upstairs bartenders. read more

Being a regular of Tuesday night trivia at the Archive Beer Boutique, hosted by Trivia Mill, I never expected it to be the scene of one of the most humiliating experiences of my life. Nellie, the host pointed us out to a crowd of hundreds and accused us of cheating, based on the actions of the team next to us (that the host had incorrectly assumed was associated with us) and we were humiliated and booed by hundreds of people in a packed bar. We immediately made clear that we had no association with the group, nor the person who had tried to read the answers from her paper, we were simply sat next to another group in a crowded bar. After this, the host approached us mid-game, and we tried to have a conversation about what happened one to one to better make our lack of association with this group clear. Her response was short, dismissive, and while speaking into the microphone, she further accused us of cheating. After the event, I again tried to clear the air with the host, as we come to the event a lot and wanted to return on good terms, and we really wanted to be able to reconcile and explain our situation, it was impossible to communicate with the host due to her hostile, dismissive and accusatory tone. I was told that "If you are looking for an apology you have come to the wrong place, there are plenty of other places you could go to, now do you want your prize or what?" Our team refused to accept our prize and will never be returning to this event. read more

A bajillion beers to choose from, including $5 White Rabbit on tap ^_^ It's like sitting in a bar / pub / library, the perfect mix? I think so. read more

Craft beers, laid back atmosphere, comfy sofas, great service, pool table, beer garden, good music. Gosh I love this place! I am sure most of my beer lovers pals back in Edinburgh would absolutely agree! I can't wait to come back... one day, hopefully... Oh, and they have a small beer shop too! What can one ask for? read more

Honestly, these guys are great. Friendly, informative service, great seating area, awesome atmosphere. My only complaint!!! I literally JUST watched a bar tender either LICKING or BLOWING hot air on a shot glass, then wiping it down with a teatowel on his shoulder and returning it to the shelf.. Absolutely disgusting! Regardless of whether he was 'blowing or licking' it's just gross. Aside from that, would return. Heh read more

Popped in here on a Saturday afternoon looking for a late lunch.. It was 3pm and we had been turned away from a place nearby as the kitchen had been closed so we were hoping this place would be churning out the goods... And they were... We ordered a cheeseburger and fries to share as I've eaten here before a few times when I lived in the area, and I remembered how generous the portions were. Well I am pleased to report that nothing has changed in that department because even two of us couldn't finish it. Such a meaty dirty bun of goodness. It did not disappoint. Next treat to discover was that they were now serving Brookvale Union ginger beer in a can. A can?! Brilliance. At $9 a pop though it's a little steep.. But for a Saturday refreshment we were pretty pleased with ourselves. The decor is pretty sweet with the mismatched furniture that makes you question if you've just walked into a suburban garage sale.. But the real winner is the clever use of books on the walls and under the bar. Well done archive. I like the cut if your jib. I will be back. But please for the love of freshness do something about the urine soaked stench in the ladies room. Every single time I've been here (and it's a lot) it's the same thing.. What is going on?! read more

This is where me and my work buddies go every Friday lunch without fail. Awesome value lunch specials @ $12.90. I especially love the salmon. The selection of craft beer is delightful with options changing all the time. The decor is quirky and interesting with pool tables and old comfy lounges. See you next Friday!!!! read more

Archive is a great place for a drink or a feed. They have great specials different nights of the week. 2 for 1 meal Wednesday is a must, can be really busy but it's a fun place with a huge selection of beers read more

I've been here a couple of times now, it's great for large social groups and a good drink. Haven't tired the food yet but It looks pretty good! I will add the amount of times I've been here the soap has never been filled in the girls toilet. Kinda gross, it makes me think what their standard of hygiene is but you never know.. It could have been a busy rush prior to visiting, it is a big venue but I would still keep that in mind. read more

Archive is the most surprising place I've been to in recent weeks, I expected a small little bar out of the way but when you walk in you suddenly realise just how big the place is. There's lots of places to sit and a few pools tables for a cheeky game or two. The Wednesday 2 for 1 meal deals are a cracker of a good choice if you are just looking for a nice place to go and talk. Try and get there earlier if you're looking to get a table, we got there around 7 on a Wednesday and the place was already full. Also it's not a place for the louder group. We are pretty rowdy and were asked to keep it down a few times. read more

This place will kick you out if you spend too much time in the toilet. I went there with some friends for a celebration and I was told to leave by their bouncer. When I asked why, they said it was for sniffing. Sniffing? I was sniffing in the toilets. Yeah... I guess this is how they make up reasons to get you kicked out. I tried to work it out with the establishment after but they didn't do anything about it. Won't be returning. read more

I love this bar! It's so unique and has SO MANY BEERS on tap! More beer than you can imagine! They also have specials throughout the week; like two main meals for one on Wednesdays I believe? And trivia nights on Tuesdays are super fun! Definitely go check this place out! read more

Grabbed a bottle from the shop to have on site, was told it would be a little more to have it here. It wasn't "a little more" it was double the price!!!!!!!!!! I will never be back this place is a rip off!! read more

Pretty sure this is one of my favourite places in West End. Love this place and the chill atmosphere! The craft beer and ciders are pretty good and the prices are quite good too. The music is kinda indie but it's good. It all compliments each other as a whole. read more

Came by to check out some local craft beers and enjoy the space. It's really more like a beer hall with picnic tables than anything else. There is no sitting at the bar, the staff wasn't too helpful to someone who doesn't know the local beers, etc. I didn't have any food, but just had a few beers. They also have quite an interesting cider collection I didn't get a chance to sample. read more

Archive has grown on me over the years. I'm a big fan of the Tuesday night trivia (go Team Sauceburger!) and reading the literature lining the walls (spoiler alert: they are all Readers Digest anthologies, but they have some funny illustrations). There's always a new beer to try, sometimes a tasty hefeweizen or a weird ale with the aftertaste of luncheon meat. It's always a surprise! My one gripe with Archive is that the acoustics are atrocious - all the noise bounces off the walls and floor and it gets noisy quickly, which can be frustrating during an intense round of trivia. Otherwise, a fine pub for beer, trivia and Reader's Digest nerds. read more

it's unfortunate that this place has such terrible service because their beer line up is great. probably will not be returning though, the staff are extremely rude. especially when establishments up the road offering similar products. so poor read more

Excellent outdoor seating, excellent decor. Pool tables, seating, big bar, great pub-style menu and they usually have a good band playing on the weekends. Beers on tap are pretty good, slightly $ but not too over the top. For a good night out either chilling or getting loose, you cannot go wrong at Archive. read more