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
Rose Island
Breweries in Prahran, Melbourne.
Oche Melbourne
Bars in North Melbourne, Melbourne.
Loop Roof
$$Cutting-edge cafe/bar with panoramic views, serving eclectic, modern food and inventive cocktails.
Near & Far Bar
$$Breweries in Fitzroy, Melbourne.
Local Brewing Co. Taproom & Pizza Kitchen
Breweries in Fitzroy, Melbourne.
The Toff
$$Unique bar & club with art deco train carriage booths offering live music, theatre & late-night DJs.
Slowpoke Lounge & Lookout
Restaurants in Collingwood, Melbourne.
Good Heavens Rooftop Bar
$$Stylish retro rooftop bar mixing a range of 1980s-influenced drinks with broad city views.
The Kilburn
$$Bars in Hawthorn, Melbourne.
DADDY BAR
$$Bars in Brunswick, Melbourne.
Network Sports Bar
$$Easygoing venue with black tiles and bare bulbs, plus an outdoor area, cooking up hearty dishes.
Jane Doe Bar
$$Bars in Prahran, Melbourne.
Waxflower
Cool wine bar with a European feel, spinning vintage vinyl alongside beer, coffee & small plates.
The Breslin Steakhouse
$$Upscale grills on a riverside terrace, or in a room with antler chandeliers and leather booths.
Joey Smalls
$$Bars in Brunswick, Melbourne.
Loud Mouth
$$Relaxed watering hole with vintage chandeliers, dishing up breakfasts, share plates and burgers.
Garden State Hotel
$$Buzzy hangout with a beer garden & function rooms, offering pub classics, craft beers & cocktails.
Albion Hotel Collingwood
$$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.