COME AS STRANGERS LEAVE AS MATES
Tucked inside Gladstone Backpackers, Charlie’s Bar is the heart of our social scene. Whether you're here to swap travel stories, kick off a night out, or wind down with a cold one after a day of exploring, Charlie’s is the place to be.
With tap beer, good vibes, and friendly faces from all over the world, this is where unforgettable nights start.
Expect laid-back music, occasional themed parties, pool games, and plenty of laughs.
Open daily – all guest's welcome.
Our Mission:
"To create a fun, welcoming space where travellers and locals can relax, connect, and enjoy the best of what’s local—cold beers, good vibes, and great company."
Our Tap Beers
Our tap beers are proudly locally sourced, featuring favourites from Queensland breweries.
Whether you’re into a crisp lager, hoppy pale ale, or something easy-drinking after a day in the sun, we’ve got something on tap to suit your vibe.
We rotate our taps regularly, so there’s always something fresh to try.
Grab a pint, pull up a seat, and taste what the local scene has to offer.
Based in Brisbane, Common Ground Brewing is a family-run, independent brewery built on the idea of creating shared spaces and experiences.
Their beers are thoughtfully brewed using local ingredients and designed to be enjoyed by all—from craft lovers to casual drinkers.
Proudly local to Gladstone, Wards Brewing Co. brings handcrafted, small-batch beer straight from the heart of the region.
Expect bold, clean flavours—from crisp lagers to rich ales—all brewed just minutes away from our bar.
Brewed right here in Gladstone.
Locally crafted, proudly poured.
Born on the Sunshine Coast, Your Mates is all about good beer, good banter, and community spirit.
They craft approachable, sessionable beers with personality—literally. Each core brew has a name and a story, like Larry the Pale Ale (easy-going and hoppy), and Sally the mid-strength summer ale (light and refreshing).
Their mission?
To bring mates together over great beer and a good laugh.
Born on the Sunshine Coast, Black-flag Brewery is all about bold flavours, rebellious spirit, and seriously good beer.
From hop-heavy IPAs to easy-drinking lagers, their craft beers bring a punch of attitude to every pour. Proudly independent and unapologetically local.