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The Downunder Bar

Google (415) 4.2
Tripadvisor (13) 3.9
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Many visitors praise the Downunder Bar for its free pool tables, good vibes, and lively atmosphere with pumping music and bands. However, common complaints include watered-down drinks, overpriced and poor-quality food, and some mention of dodgy clientele or trouble brewing outside.

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G4.2 🦉3.9
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Address
102 Lake St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia
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Phone
(07) 4028 3448
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Website
www.thedownunder.com.au

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About this place The Downunder Bar

Located on Lake Street in Cairns City, The Downunder Bar is a gay bar welcoming to LGBTQ+ travellers and locals alike. Situated in Australia's tropical north, Cairns has a relaxed, friendly atmosphere, and this venue serves as a social hub for the community in the area. As a gay bar, you can expect a space designed with LGBTQ+ patrons in mind, offering a comfortable environment to meet friends, socialise, and enjoy the local scene. The bar is centrally located, making it easily accessible if you're exploring Cairns City. Whether you're looking for a casual night out or want to connect with the local LGBTQ+ community, this is a good starting point for finding welcoming spaces in the region. For more information about what's on or to plan your visit, you can check out their website at thedownunder.com.au. If you're travelling to Cairns and looking to experience the LGBTQ+ scene, this venue is worth a visit.

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Gay LGBTQ+ Karaoke Live music Food served Pool Table/Darts Pub/Tavern

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415 reviews

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Sarah Schallenberg
Sarah Schallenberg Jun 2026
tara sacagio
tara sacagio May 2026
Abby L
Abby L May 2026

I usually really enjoy going to Downunder and have been there plenty of times before, which is why this experience was so disappointing. My friend and I arrived around 8:30pm wanting to play pool and were given a buzzer to wait for a table. We were completely happy to wait and spent the time enjoying the atmosphere, listening to karaoke and hanging out. The frustrating part was that for over two hours we were repeatedly told we were “next”, yet other groups kept getting tables before us. Around 10:30–10:45pm, we finally asked again what was happening and were told that tables had been going to people who were drinking more. We had only had a couple of drinks, but it would have been nice to know that earlier instead of waiting so long thinking we were next. What upset us most was the way the situation was handled. When we raised the issue, the response felt quite rude and dismissive, and there wasn’t really any apology or attempt to resolve it. I’m not trying to completely bag the place out because I’ve had good nights here before, but this experience honestly left us feeling pretty brushed aside and frustrated.

Cliff Lawson
Cliff Lawson May 2026
Leone
Leone Apr 2026
Anthony Brown-Engelbrecht
Anthony Brown-Engelbrecht Apr 2026
Vincent Kuehnl
Vincent Kuehnl Apr 2026

Went here on a Bar hop. The house beer is horrible, even for the cheap cheap price, it is not worth it. The place itself is nice with a lot of pool tables, darts and a table football.

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Last updated on 13 August 2026

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