BAR36

In the main foyer of The Reef Hotel Casino, 35 Wharf Street. Open until 11pm Sunday to Thursday, later on weekends.

About BAR36

BAR36 is the live lounge in the main foyer of The Reef Hotel Casino, fitted out in a modern industrial art deco style. Bartenders make specialty cocktails, and food comes from the casino's Soy Kitchen with an Asian-influenced menu.

Early in the evening it works as a relaxed lounge, then switches to a show format with high-end sound, lighting and visuals. It hosts live music every week from national and local performers, and the casino publishes a monthly gig guide.

Written by LateOne.au, checked 13 October 2026. Sources: reefcasino.com.au, tropicalnorthqueensland.org.au. Hours and door policies change, so check with the venue.

Area: Cairns Esplanade, Marina & Wharf
Music: Weekly live music from national and local acts
Best nights: Friday and Saturday, 4pm till late
Address: The Reef Hotel Casino, 35 Wharf Street, Cairns City QLD 4870
Opening hours: Sun to Thu 4pm to 11pm; Fri and Sat 4pm till late
Music: Weekly live music, monthly gig guide

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Checked 13 October 2026 against venue sites, Visit Brisbane, Destination Gold Coast, Townsville, Whitsunday and Tropical North Queensland tourism, 2026 gig listings, TransLink and Business Queensland. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.