Best Bars in Melbourne (2026)
Looking for the best bars in Melbourne? We've rounded up 206 of the city's standout spots — from neighbourhood favourites to buzzy new openings. Every venue is ranked by our Spot Score, which weighs reputation, popularity and freshness, so you can book with confidence. Filter by suburb, price or what's open now to find your next go-to.
206 spots
Prince Alfred Richmond
$$Elevated pub eats & drinks in a warm space with timber decor & a buzzing, leafy beer garden.
SnackMonster Bar
Bars in Carlton, Melbourne.
The Blacksmith Bar
Bars in Richmond, Melbourne.
Pier17 Bar & Grill Restaurant | Docklands Melbourne
Restaurants in Docklands, Melbourne.
Harlow
$Laid-back venue with craft beer and a pool table, plus live bands, DJs and an open fireplace.
Creatures of Habit Bar & Bandroom
Breweries in Fitzroy, Melbourne.
Music Room
Live Music in Melbourne CBD, Melbourne.
Arbory Bar & Eatery
$$Spacious, rustic-chic riverside venue, offering gourmet brekkie, plus light fare and share plates.
The Silverlake Social - Prahran
Bars in Prahran, Melbourne.
Red Betty
$Live Music in Brunswick, Melbourne.
Melbourne Public
$$Large bar with cool industrial light fittings, multiple sports screens and cafe or bistro dining.
Iddy Biddy Bar
$$Global pub-style grub in a cool bar and kitchen with vintage couches and chunky wooden tables.
Bear's Wine Bar
Bars in North Melbourne, Melbourne.
Stay Gold
$$Live Music in Brunswick, Melbourne.
The Alps Wine Shop & Bar
$$Breweries in Prahran, Melbourne.
Lay Low Bar
Bars in Footscray, Melbourne.
Gracie's Wine Room
Bars in South Yarra, Melbourne.
The Moon
Bars in Collingwood, Melbourne.
Bars in Melbourne — FAQs
What are the best bars in Melbourne?+
Our top-rated bars in Melbourne are ranked by our Spot Score, which combines Google ratings, review volume, category fit and how recently we verified the details. The highest scorers appear at the top of this page.
How is the Melbourne bars ranking decided?+
We blend independent signals — Google star ratings and review counts, popularity, the quality of available information and freshness — into a single Spot Score out of 100. It's an editorial score, not a paid placement.
Can I filter bars by suburb or price?+
Yes. Use the filters to narrow by suburb, minimum rating, price level, whether a place is open now, and features like dog-friendly or outdoor seating.
How many bars are listed in Melbourne?+
We currently feature 206 bars across Melbourne and surrounding suburbs, and we add and re-check venues regularly.