Best Pubs in Hawthorn
Looking for the best pubs in Hawthorn? We've gathered 10 standout spots in this corner of Melbourne, each ranked by our independent Spot Score so the strongest picks rise to the top. Hawthorn has its own character, and the pubs 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.
The Australian pub is a social institution — somewhere to catch the footy, settle in for a counter meal or while away a sunny afternoon in the beer garden. These are Melbourne's most-loved locals and historic watering holes.
10 spots in Hawthorn
Auburn Hotel
$$Fancy pub grub, high tea and trivia nights in a classy, sprawling Victorian pub with a courtyard.
Elgin Inn Hotel
$$Large, veteran pub with a rooftop cocktail bar, a sports bar & a classic bistro serving pub grub.
The Hawthorn Hotel
$$Popular pub dating from 1868 featuring live sports & a beer garden, plus classic pub dishes.
East of Everything
$$Trendy hangout with whitewashed walls and barstools, for craft beer, cocktails and soul food snacks.
Glenferrie Hotel
$$Cosy Victorian restaurant and bar, plus straightforward rooms with whirlpool baths and free Wi-Fi.
Governors Hall
$$Bars in Hawthorn, Melbourne.
Skinny Dog Hotel
$$TV sports, pool tables & global plates offered in a sleek pub with a leafy beer garden.
Royal Oak
$Pub fare offered in an easygoing setting with fireplaces, sports on big screens & TAB facilities.
Tower Hotel, Hawthorn East
$$Pubs in Hawthorn, Melbourne.
Riversdale Hotel
$$Standard pub bistro meals in a bustling Victorian watering hole with TV sports and a late licence.
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Pubs in Hawthorn — FAQs
What are the best pubs in Hawthorn?+
The pubs in Hawthorn 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 pubs are there in Hawthorn?+
We currently feature 10 pubs in Hawthorn, and we add and re-check venues regularly so the list stays current.
How do I get to Hawthorn in Melbourne?+
Hawthorn 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.