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The Boatbuilders Yard
Unique Waterfront Bars

South Wharf

Nestled beside Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre, DFO and the Polly Woodside sailing ship is a riverside highlight of the Melbourne drinking and dining scene. Take a walk around this expans...

The Sherlock Holmes Inn
Best Trivia Bars

Melbourne CBD

The Sherlock Holmes Inn is located at a basement on Collins Street, while Dr. Watson’s Bar is on the street level of the same building. They have a traditional English-pub style and atmosphere . Th...

Holey Moley
CBD Minigolf Bar

Melbourne CBD

This two-storey mini golf haven is a dream for those who have always wanted to sink tinnies and golf balls at the same time. Found right off King St in the CBD, Holey Moley is a bar for the kid in all...

Bartronica
Arcade + Pinball Bar

Melbourne CBD

An institution for pinball machine lovers and arcade cabinet enthusiasts, Bartronica houses classic arcade favourites. Accommodating some of the rarest cabinets and pinball machines, Bartronica prides...

Arcobar
Live Music Pubs

Heatherton

A true hidden gem Situated in the midst of an industrial area this unique bar venue is the perfect place to party all night long. Boasting a beautiful white tiled bar and scattered with plants, Arcoba...

Bad Frankie
Top Fitzroy Bars

Fitzroy

Fitzroy’s Bad Frankie is dedicated to two things. The first is showcasing the best in boutique Australian spirits from across the country. The second is complementing these spirits with the iconic j...

Coopers Inn
Best CBD Pubs

Melbourne CBD

“Old School Hospitality in the City”. That’s the mantra at the Coopers Inn and they stick to it. Established in 1854, the Coopers Inn is proudly family owned and family run and offers the perfec...

The Silverlake Social
Craft Beer Bars

Prahran

The Southern Californian Local Taphouse The Silverlake Social offers an authentic Southern Californian local taphouse experience. Named after the Los Angeles neighbourhood of Silver Lake - famous for ...

Bakers Arms Hotel
Best Rustic Pubs

Abbotsford

The Bakers Arms Hotel has quite a historical significance in Melbourne, as it was established in 1876 as a Bakery, this heritage being where the name stems from. The hotel, incredibly, has kept its or...

Lona
Best St Kilda Bars

Saint Kilda

Open late with an undeniably happening vibe year-round, Lona St Kilda is a failsafe option for a drink in St Kilda. They offer Happy Hour every day between 3pm-6.30pm and MEMBERS enjoy HAPPY HOUR ALL ...

Hofbrauhaus
Top Beer Halls

Melbourne CBD

The original Bavarian eat & drink experience that is Hofbräuhaus lies in the heart of Melbourne’s CBD in Chinatown, under the same roof for the last 50 years. Established in 1968 and independen...

Lord Newry Hotel
Top Northside Bars

Fitzroy North

The Lord Newry is one of the last bastions of original Fitzroy pub culture located a short walk from the Iconic Endinburgh Gardens on the corner of Brunswick and Newry Street. Sink into a vintage couc...

The Post Hotel
Best Southside Pubs

St Kilda

Your local watering hole for an after work beer, cocktail or wine, be that a cold Japanese Lager,  a mouth-watering cocktail or a smooth Spanish tipple. A place where old & new friends come toget...

Village Belle Hotel
Late Night Bars

St Kilda

ST KILDA'S PUB. A St Kilda Icon that has been embedded in the tapestry of St Kilda since 1891, the Village Belle Hotel recently reopened its doors to unveil a new look in time for the new year. The m...

Bar Open
Late Night Bars

Fitzroy

If one were to describe Bar Open, one might say something along the lines of 'Brunswick St in a nutshell'. With warm, intimate lighting and walls covered in collage and art, Bar Open is a gritty bar t...

The Cricketers
Outdoor Gin Bars

Port Melbourne

A friendly neighbourhood bar nestled in the heart of Port Melbourne.  Located on the infamous Cruikshank street, this “hole in the wall” is the perfect place to relax with a G&T, craft beer, ...

Great Northern Hotel
Top Melbourne Sports Bar

Carlton North

If you're after a huge beer catalog and plenty of screens to watch all your favourite sports on, the Great Northern Hotel is for you. Whether you're a fan of NRL, AFL, Union or just about anything els...

Dick Whittington Tavern
Classic Melbourne Pubs

St Kilda East

The Dick Whittington Tavern in Melbourne's St Kilda East, is the latest and greatest bar to undergo renovations. The new and improved pub is now the perfect local to escape and unwind with a drink. Th...

Grey & Bliss
Live Music Bars

Port Melbourne

Grey & Bliss located in Port Melbourne, on Bay Street has become a favourite amongst locals offering up not only delicious food, but they also serve a range of local & imported beers, wines an...

The Rose Fitzroy
Top Northside Pubs

Fitzroy

The Rose is Fitzroy's favourite local pub, tucked away in the backstreets of one of one of Melbourne's best northside suburbs. There is a big footy focus during winter, great craft beer selection yea...

The Local Taphouse St Kilda
Unique Rooftop Bars

St Kilda East

Twice winner of Time Out’s ‘People’s Choice Best Pub in Melbourne’ (2014 and 2017), The Local Taphouse is a European-inspired neighbourhood tavern renowned for its food, events, hospitality an...

The Nixon Hotel
Best CBD Sports Bars

Docklands

Nestled in the heart of the Docklands under Etihad Stadium, The Nixon Hotel is your number one destination for classic pub style eats & cheap drinks. Pay them a visit on the way to the footy or o...

Bar 9t4
Cool Richmond Bars

Richmond

Bar 9t4 has been one of Richmond's most popular watering holes for years and is known for being a loud and loose late-night party venue. Open from Thursday – Sunday, the drinks and tunes are always ...

Elephant & Wheelbarrow
Best CBD Pubs

Melbourne CBD

The Elephant & Wheelbarrow Pub in Melbourne, opened its doors over 10 years ago and welcomes a diverse range of guests. The bar features an extensive range of beers and a traditional English menu....

The Park Werribee
Best Westside Pubs

Werribee

The Park Werribee is located on the corner of Watton St & Station St in the heart of Werribee, close to the train station for ease of public transport. The venue consists of three different spaces...

Grosvenor Hotel
Best Modern Bars

St Kilda

St Kilda’s Grosvenor Hotel is an iconic Melbourne venue which has been welcoming guests since the 1800’s. Located on Brighton Road, the pub has been through many transformations including a comple...

The Woodlands Hotel
Unique Northside Bars

Coburg

The city of Moreland's oldest hotel has been transformed into a hidden wonderland, specialising in all things Victorian with 100% local craft beer and wine. Our chef seamlessly mixes pub classics with...

The Bottom End
Unique Disco Bars

Melbourne CBD

The Bottom End is a pub, diner and disco situated at the bottom end of Melbourne's CBD. Open for Lunch Wednesday (Taco Frenzy), Thursday and Friday, pop in for a bite anytime from 12 noon. Wed - Fri j...

The Workers Club
Best Fitzroy Bar

Fitzroy

The Workers Club is an incredibly diverse space with a public bar, band room, side bar and outdoor courtyard. Each room has an individual look and feel and can accommodate a range of different parties...

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