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The Best Small Bars in Melbourne
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Melbourne Small Bars : 134 Listings

Madame Brussels
Classy Bars

Melbourne CBD

Madame Brussels is a quirky pink-and-white rooftop cocktail bar with garden furniture, grassy areas, and an extensive list of cocktails and small plates. Address: 59 Bourke St, Melbourne VIC 3000 Open...

Arbory Afloat
Unique Summer Riverside Bars

Melbourne CBD

Arbory Afloat is a temporary extension of the Arbory Bar and Eatery, and is situated on the Yarra River, with close proximity to Flinders Street Station. With a capacity of up to 407 guests at a time,...

Noisy Ritual
North Side Winery

Brunswick East

Located in Brunswick East, this urban winery lets visitors get down and dirty with their one-of-a-kind wine making process. The team at Noisy Ritual let guests create their very own Shiraz by way of g...

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...

St LuJa
Whiskey & Cocktail Bars

St Kilda

St. LuJa is one of St Kilda's finest cocktail bars. Serving a classy range of expertly crafted cocktails, whisky, & food in an eclectically edgy 1930s art deco atmosphere. The ambience is as rich ...

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 Black Rabbit
Top CBD Nightclubs

Melbourne CBD

Looking for the best New York-style lounge in Melbourne? The Black Rabbit located at 85 Queen Street has you covered… This basement lounge bar is one of Melbourne’s best hidden city secrets and ha...

Saving Grace
Best CBD Cocktail Bars

Melbourne CBD

Saving Grace is a cosy 50 seat diner bar modelled in traditional American style, nestled on the ground floor of an unassuming building on the corner of St James Lane and Church Lane in Melbourne’s C...

Thunder Road Brewhouse
Best Breweries

Brunswick

The Thunder Road Brewhouse is located in the heart of Brunswick on Barkly Street, just a short walk from Melbourne's iconic Lygon Street and public transport. Sitting in the middle of a fully operatio...

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 St Kilda Branch
Top St Kilda Bars

St Kilda

Perfectly located just a step across from St Kilda’s famous Acland Street, The St Kilda Branch maintains an ambiance hard to find elsewhere in the area. By day, the friendly staff help to sculpt a r...

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 ...

Somewhere Bar
Cool Chapel St Bars

Prahran

You’ll know Somewhere Bar when you walk past by it’s pumping tunes and cool crowd. Step inside if you’re up for a good time, cheap drinks and a boogie with your crew! Open 7 days from 5.30pm til...

Buck Mulligan’s Whiskey Bar
Unique Whiskey Bars

Northcote

Whiskey and literature: two of the best things to come out of Ireland in one place. Taking their name from the classic character in James Joyce’s Ulysses, Buck Mulligan’s is a stylish Irish whiske...

Mezcalito Agave Bar
Cool Cocktail Bars

Melbourne CBD

Mezcalito aims to showcase some of the worlds most unique and under-appreciated agave spirits. Inspired by the rustic charm of Mexico's backstreet bars, step through the front doors and immerse yours...

Maeve Fox
Richmond Hidden Bars

Richmond

Situated in the heart of Richmond on Church St, next door to the East Richmond train overlooking the MCG is Maeve Fox, a hidden gem of Melbourne Bars. As you walk in you will be greeted by friendly st...

Arbory Bar & Eatery
Best Outdoor Bars

Melbourne CBD

Arbory Bar & Eatery is one seriously cool venue and is one of Melbourne’s best, all-day outdoor bars. Situated between Melbourne’s heritage listed Flinders Street Station and the banks of the ...

Boney
Unique CBD Bars

Melbourne CBD

Located in the heart of the city, Boney is a go-to destination for late night frivolities. From the team behind some of Melbourne’s favourite venues like Cookie, The Toff, Magic Mountain Saloon and ...

Wonderland Bar
Outdoor Beer Gardens

Windsor

With its perfect location right in the hub of Windsor, Wonderland boasts the biggest outdoor area on Chapel Street and offers a laid back art-deco style bar where the drinks are refreshing and the sta...

Bird’s Basement
Hidden Laneway Bars

Melbourne CBD

Melbourne’s relaxed jazz corner, Bird’s Basement hosts national and international jazz musicians of the highest calibre. Situated at 11 Singers Lane (just down La Trobe Street from the corner of W...

El Coco
Laneway Bars Melbourne

Melbourne CBD

El Coco adds some flair to Melbourne’s burgeoning CBD bar scene. Enter the colourful, relaxing fit-out for lively after-work drinks, lunchtime meetings or cosy date nights. Featuring a delicious foo...

Katuk Bar
Best South Yarra Bars

South Yarra

Situated in the heart of the Chapel Street nightlife precinct in South Yarra, boasting a decor that many other bars would blush at, Katuk will leave you feeling completely at rest and ready to either ...

The Mill House
Best Laneway Bars

Melbourne CBD

The Mill House is one of Melbourne’s top bars. The basement, in one of Melbourne’s iconic heritage buildings, has been revived to reflect its rich history. Built by William Degrave in 1851, the bu...

Ponyfish Island
Hidden CBD Bars

Southbank

When three urban explorers stumbled across a no-man's land in the heart of the Yarra, they knew they had discovered something special. Surrounded by water on all sides, Ponyfish Island is a haven for ...

Trapt Bar
Hidden CBD Bars

Melbourne CBD

Welcome to TRAPT Bar. You’ve ventured down the stairs and around the corner into a dimly lit corridor. As you reach the end of the passageway you step back in time to our sophisticated and relaxed s...

Foresters Pub & Dining
Best Collingwood Bars

Collingwood

After 3 years of serving up some of the best craft beer, pizza and late night fun in Collingwood, the team behind Foresters Hall have come back with the newly designed Foresters Pub & Dining. Comp...

Amberoom
VIP Cocktail Bars

Melbourne CBD

Whether dining inside or out, Amberoom Bar offers a relaxed and elegant evening with an extensive cocktail list and scrumptious menu. Hosting a small gathering? Let them reserve you a space and why no...

Seven
Unique Night Club

South Melbourne

Since opening in 1999, Seven has redefined Melbourne's nightlife. A space where the high-end meets the underground, and style meets substance, Seven has consistently melded credibility with exclusivit...

Little Mess
Top Bars Melbourne

Brunswick

The brother bar of the acclaimed Brunswick Mess Hall, Little Mess is a little bit smaller and a lotta bit funky! Boasting a large plant filled beer garden with flexible seating, a cosy front bar and a...

Nevermind
Hidden Bars Melbourne

Hawthorn

Nevermind is a relaxed Hawthorn favourite serving lunch, dinner and everything afterwards. Nevermind Bar has been in Burwood Road since 1998, and is a Hawthorn stalwart. The name says it all: Nevermin...

Joey Smalls
Best Brunswick Bars

Brunswick

Forged from the sun scorched souls who brought you CBD staples New Guernica, Chuckle Park and Chuckle Deli comes Joey Smalls - the biggest new kid on the Brunswick block. A fresh face in the Sydney Ro...

La Di Da
Best Hidden Bars

Melbourne CBD

La Di Da is a hidden city bar which accommodates to every need; dining, burlesque nights, dance floor, cocktails and all manner of functions. There’s a cocktail bar, a private dining space, an outdo...

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...

Highlander Bar
Hidden CBD Laneway Bars

Melbourne CBD

Nestled in a secluded leafy lane way, between the Rialto and the Aquarium, Highlander Bar is one of Melbourne's best kept secrets. Open from 12 noon until late Tuesday to Friday and available for even...

Harley House
CBD Basement Bars

Melbourne CBD

Mixing cocktails with funk, hip-hop, soul and jazz, as well as delicious, south of the border, eats, Harley House offers a warm escape from the hustle and bustle of Collins St. Our drinks menu consist...

Amelia Shaw Bar and Salon
Best Hidden Bars

Brunswick

In 1842 Amelia Shaw was the Retreat Hotels first female licensee. This venue's name is a nod to Amelia herself, and a cue to its regard for history and hospitality. A side door inside the Retreat Hote...

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...

Bomba
Rooftop Bars Melbourne CBD

Melbourne CBD

Conveniently located at 103 Lonsdale Street in the CBD of Melbourne, Bomba Bar and Rooftop is a Spanish style workers bar. Following a successful re-branding from The Aylesbury in September of 2013, B...

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