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Cobbler

7 Browning St, West End QLD 4101, Australia

Recommended by 13 people

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7 Browning St, West End QLD 4101, Australia

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HoursMonday: 5:00 PM – 1:00 AM Tuesday: 4:00 PM – 1:00 AM Wednesday: 4:00 PM – 1:00 AM Thursday: 4:00 PM – 1:00 AM Friday: 4:00 PM – 1:00 AM Saturday: 4:00 PM – 1:00 AM Sunday: 4:00 PM – 1:00 AM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Cobbler

Tucked off Browning Street, this West End room pairs a library of over 400 whiskies with zero cocktail pretension. Everything pours by the nip—giving newcomers and seasoned collectors equal room to explore without commitment. Behind the bar, staff shake balanced classics alongside a playful gaming-inspired menu featuring drinks like the sweet, comforting Master Ball. With no kitchen on-site, regulars simply bring in takeout from nearby joints to unpack at the counter over low-slung hip-hop.

  • Extensive Whisky Library: Over 400 bottles from across the globe, cataloged by region and poured by the nip to suit any budget.
  • Gaming-Themed Cocktails: Inventive drinks inspired by pop-culture titles, running from bespoke classics to playful options like the Master Ball.
  • BYO Takeout Friendly: A relaxed policy allowing patrons to bring takeout from neighboring West End spots to eat right at the bar.
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Why Cobbler Stands Out in West End

From rare global drams and inventive cocktails to BYO dining and hands-on masterclasses—reserve your spot at the bar.

  • Extensive Global Whisky Library

    Over 500 whiskies from Scotland, America, and beyond are smartly cataloged by region and sold per nip, allowing guests to sample rare, top-shelf drams without commitment.

    Cobbler, nestled in Brisbane’s West End, is a whisky lover’s haven with a world-class selection of over 500 bottles from around the globe.

    Alex Arora

  • Creative Pop-Culture Cocktails

    Alongside flawless speakeasy classics, bartenders craft whimsical, pop-culture-inspired signature drinks like the comforting, sweet Master Ball.

    the game inspired cocktails are a real point of difference for this place.

    stephenbrumwell

  • Seamless BYO Takeout Pairing

    Operating without an in-house kitchen, the bar actively invites patrons to bring takeout from neighboring West End restaurants directly to the counter.

    A massive bonus is the BYO food policy—you can grab dinner from a nearby West End eatery and eat it at the bar while enjoying a top-tier cocktail.

    Geoff Whitworth

  • Ambient Conversational Setting

    Moody low lighting and curated old-school hip-hop establish a laid-back, intimate setting where volume levels remain ideal for date nights and effortless conversation.

    You can also carry conversation as it's not so loud.

    Shinysol1 Rodriguez

  • Interactive Behind-the-Bar Masterclasses

    Small groups and celebrations step behind the bar for engaging cocktail courses led by passionate mixologists who tailor drinks to each participant's taste.

    we were allowed behind the bar to make the drinks and everyone was super social and it was very interactive

    Olivia Holley

  • Custom Guided Spirit Tastings

    Knowledgeable staff organize bespoke private tastings mapped directly to guest palate preferences and budgets across their deep spirit reserves.

    combining our preference for bourbons and our budget with their epic range and expertise.

    Cassandra Renee

Handcrafted gaming cocktails, curated dram tastings, and interactive cocktail workshops.

  • Cocktail Making Class

    We did a cocktail making class as a team building event through work. Was such a fun night!!!

    Bella Fletcher

  • Margaritas

    Highly recommend the 'Margarita Mondays' if you're looking for value, but honestly, it's a solid choice any night of the week.

    Geoff Whitworth

  • Guided Whiskey Tasting

    From there, he basically orchestrated the perfect whiskey experience for us by combining our preference for bourbons and our budget with their epic range and expertise. We left feeling so spoiled.

    Cassandra Renee

  • Master Ball

    I had a Master Ball and it was very delicious. Very sweet, but also comforting!

    Bob Lancet

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality details that elevate an evening at Cobbler—reserve your spot to experience them firsthand.

  • BYO Dining at the Bar

    Patrons can bring takeaway meals from neighboring West End eateries to enjoy directly at the bar alongside their drinks.

  • Bespoke Whisky Tastings

    Bartenders curate personalized spirit journeys tailored directly to guests' flavor preferences and budgets upon request.

  • Behind-the-Bar Cocktail Classes

    Masterclasses invite guests behind the actual bar to choose and craft their own cocktails under hands-on guidance.

  • Experience-Coded Whisky Navigator

    The spirits list categorizes hundreds of bottles by region with detailed tasting notes and codes calibrated for beginner to expert palates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you bring your own food to the bar?

Cobbler operates with a BYO food policy, allowing you to bring takeout or dinner from nearby West End eateries to enjoy alongside your drinks.

What kind of specialty cocktails are available?

Alongside standard and classic drinks, the cocktail menu features playful selections inspired by video games like Nintendo, World of Warcraft, and Pokémon.

Should you make a reservation before visiting?

Yes, table reservations and spots for interactive cocktail-making masterclasses can be booked in advance, though walk-ins are also accepted when space permits.

How does the whisky selection work?

Cobbler maintains a vast spirits library with over 400 to 500 whiskies from around the world, priced per nip so guests can explore drams across various price ranges and regions.

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