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12 Best Pubs in Melbourne Worth Your Visit
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12 Best Pubs in Melbourne Worth Your Visit

Melbourne's pub scene spans neighbourhoods from the CBD to Collingwood, each with its own flavour. Whether you're after a quiet drink in Fitzroy or something closer to the city, here are 12 venues that locals and visitors keep returning to.

  1. Soak Bathhouse - South Yarra — Southbank, Melbourne1
    Pubs South Yarra

    1. Soak Bathhouse - South Yarra

    Unique venue combining social drinking with a bathhouse concept, worth visiting if you want something genuinely different from the typical Melbourne pub experience.

    68
    Spot Score
    Worth a Look
    4.7(1,791)· Google
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  2. Royston Hotel — Richmond, Melbourne2
    Pubs Richmond

    2. Royston Hotel

    Sits high on the local radar in Richmond, a neighbourhood known for its lively hospitality scene — good choice if you're exploring that precinct.

    68
    Spot Score
    Worth a Look
    4.7(1,577)· Google$$$$
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  3. The Local Taphouse — Prahran, Melbourne3
    Pubs St Kilda

    3. The Local Taphouse

    Located in St Kilda, this spot draws crowds to one of Melbourne's most established beach suburbs — worth a visit if you're combining pub time with the seaside vibe.

    67
    Spot Score
    Worth a Look
    4.6(1,949)· Google$$$$
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  4. The Drunken Poet — North Melbourne, Melbourne4
    Pubs North Melbourne

    4. The Drunken Poet

    North Melbourne's go-to, convenient if you're in the inner north or looking for a pub with some character away from the busier neighbourhoods.

    67
    Spot Score
    Worth a Look
    4.7(1,252)· Google$$$$
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  5. Napier Hotel — Fitzroy, Melbourne5
    Pubs Fitzroy

    5. Napier Hotel

    A Fitzroy institution that's held its reputation — worth stopping by if you're exploring the precinct's renowned hospitality strip.

    66
    Spot Score
    Worth a Look
    4.6(1,632)· Google$$$$
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  6. Quarterhouse — Docklands, Melbourne6
    Pubs Docklands

    6. Quarterhouse

    Docklands location makes it practical for waterfront dining and drinking with easy access and a different neighbourhood atmosphere to inner Melbourne.

    66
    Spot Score
    Worth a Look
    4.7(906)· Google
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  7. The Sherlock Holmes — Melbourne CBD, Melbourne7
    Pubs Melbourne CBD

    7. The Sherlock Holmes

    Central CBD location puts it within reach for work drinks or a quick stop when you're in the heart of the city.

    66
    Spot Score
    Worth a Look
    4.5(2,379)· Google$$$$
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  8. Prahran Hotel — Prahran, Melbourne8
    Pubs Prahran

    8. Prahran Hotel

    Prahran's established pub scene means this venue draws a steady crowd — visit if you're in the area for shopping or the local dining scene.

    65
    Spot Score
    Worth a Look
    4.5(1,562)· Google$$$$
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  9. Marquis of Lorne — Fitzroy, Melbourne9
    Pubs Fitzroy

    9. Marquis of Lorne

    Another Fitzroy favourite that benefits from the neighbourhood's strong pub culture — worth comparing with nearby competitors if you're keen on that area.

    65
    Spot Score
    Worth a Look
    4.6(1,123)· Google$$$$
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  10. The Fox Hotel | Pub Collingwood — Collingwood, Melbourne10
    Pubs Collingwood

    10. The Fox Hotel | Pub Collingwood

    Collingwood's hospitality reputation precedes it — this pub fits into one of Melbourne's most active nightlife and dining precincts.

    65
    Spot Score
    Worth a Look
    4.6(936)· Google$$$$
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  11. Pino Pinelli Public Bar — Collingwood, Melbourne11
    Pubs Collingwood

    11. Pino Pinelli Public Bar

    Also in Collingwood, offering another option if you're exploring the neighbourhood's dense collection of pubs and bars.

    65
    Spot Score
    Worth a Look
    4.8(364)· Google
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  12. The Lincoln — Carlton, Melbourne12
    Pubs Carlton

    12. The Lincoln

    Carlton's offering gives you a choice in a suburb with its own hospitality character, particularly if you're attending an event at the nearby university or precinct.

    65
    Spot Score
    Worth a Look
    4.5(1,389)· Google$$$$
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At a glance

VenueSpot ScoreGooglePriceSuburbTop feature
Soak Bathhouse - South Yarra68/1004.7(1,791)—South Yarra—
Royston Hotel68/1004.7(1,577)$$Richmond—
The Local Taphouse67/1004.6(1,949)$$St Kilda—
The Drunken Poet67/1004.7(1,252)$North Melbourne—
Napier Hotel66/1004.6(1,632)$$Fitzroy—
Quarterhouse66/1004.7(906)—Docklands—
The Sherlock Holmes66/1004.5(2,379)$$Melbourne CBD—
Prahran Hotel65/1004.5(1,562)$$Prahran—
Marquis of Lorne65/1004.6(1,123)$$Fitzroy—
The Fox Hotel | Pub Collingwood65/1004.6(936)$$Collingwood—
Pino Pinelli Public Bar65/1004.8(364)—Collingwood—
The Lincoln65/1004.5(1,389)$$Carlton—

Frequently asked questions

Which Melbourne suburb has the most pubs on this list?+

Fitzroy and Collingwood tie with two venues each, reflecting their reputation as hospitality hotspots.

Are there pubs on this list in the Melbourne CBD?+

Yes — The Sherlock Holmes in Melbourne CBD offers central convenience.

Which pubs are best for a neighbourhood night out?+

Fitzroy (Napier Hotel, Marquis of Lorne) and Collingwood (The Fox Hotel, Pino Pinelli Public Bar) are established pub precincts worth exploring properly.

Are opening hours listed for these venues?+

No — we recommend checking directly with each venue or their social media for current hours.

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