Best Bars in Brunswick
Looking for the best bars in Brunswick? We've gathered 18 standout spots in this corner of Melbourne, each ranked by our independent Spot Score so the strongest picks rise to the top. Brunswick has its own character, and the bars here reflect it — from neighbourhood favourites locals keep to themselves to places worth a special trip across town. Use the filters to narrow by price, rating, what's open right now and the features that matter to you, then open the map to plan your visit around what else is nearby. We re-check details regularly, so opening hours and information stay current.
From rooftop and laneway bars to intimate cocktail dens, Melbourne rewards a bit of wandering after dark. The picks below cover the spectrum — wine bars, craft cocktails and buzzy late-night spots alike.
18 spots in Brunswick
Bar Spontana
Bars in Brunswick, Melbourne.
Bar Oussou
$Colourful, cosy space for "Middle-terranian" dishes & global bites, plus cocktails & live bands.
Howler
$$Music and cinema in an imaginative venue featuring a contemporary garden bar and a bespoke theatre.
Teller
$$Pubs in Brunswick, Melbourne.
Old Palm Liquor
Stylish venue with a rotating shared plates menu, plus an extensive wine & liquor list.
Eydie's
$$Dimly lit bar with craft beer on tap & cocktails, plus a cosy courtyard & unpretentious vibe.
Mr Wilkinson
$$Intimate, low-lit bar with a relaxed vibe & a compact courtyard, for light bites & craft ales.
The Brunswick Green
$Simple venue with a beer garden & regular live jazz, serving up craft beers, ciders & spirits.
The Bergy Seltzer
Live Music in Brunswick, Melbourne.
Stay Gold
$$Live Music in Brunswick, Melbourne.
Red Betty
$Live Music in Brunswick, Melbourne.
Waxflower
Cool wine bar with a European feel, spinning vintage vinyl alongside beer, coffee & small plates.
Joey Smalls
$$Bars in Brunswick, Melbourne.
DADDY BAR
$$Bars in Brunswick, Melbourne.
The Final Whistle Sports Bar & Grill
Pubs in Brunswick, Melbourne.
Evil Thoughts
Bars in Brunswick, Melbourne.
Brunswick Aces
Bars in Brunswick, Melbourne.
Brunswick Artists' Bar
Live Music in Brunswick, Melbourne.
More in Brunswick
Bars in other Melbourne suburbs
Bars in Brunswick — FAQs
What are the best bars in Brunswick?+
The bars in Brunswick listed here are ranked by our Spot Score — our independent editorial rating out of 100, combining reputation, popularity, category fit and how recently we verified the details. The highest scorers appear first.
How many bars are there in Brunswick?+
We currently feature 18 bars in Brunswick, and we add and re-check venues regularly so the list stays current.
How do I get to Brunswick in Melbourne?+
Brunswick is one of Melbourne's neighbourhoods — open any venue's page for its exact location, nearby public-transport stops and a map. See our Getting Around guide for tickets and fares.