Best Pubs in North Melbourne
Looking for the best pubs in North Melbourne? We've gathered 13 standout spots in this corner of Melbourne, each ranked by our independent Spot Score so the strongest picks rise to the top. North Melbourne 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.
13 spots in North Melbourne
The Drunken Poet
$Irish music, poetry and Guinness, plus trivia, in a snug pub hung with portraits of famous authors.
Royal Standard Hotel
$$Pizza, pasta & other homestyle meals pair with classic cocktails in a relaxed family-run setup.
Town Hall Hotel
$$Old-school bar for live music, with eclectic rock memorabilia, a classic pub menu and a beer garden.
Albion Hotel North Melbourne
$$Bars in North Melbourne, Melbourne.
Three Crowns Hotel
$$Victorian-era pub offering burgers, steaks & sandwiches, with live sports, music & a beer garden.
Hotel Spencer Bar & Grill
$$Bistro dishes, craft beer & wine in a relaxed 1920s hotel with dark-wood decor & a fireplace.
Bobbie Peels
$$Bars in North Melbourne, Melbourne.
Central Club Hotel - North Melbourne
$$Casual bistro & bar offering burgers, wings & other classic pub fare, with daily specials.
The Courthouse
$$This relaxed, art-filled pub with dark wood accents offers hearty pub plates & craft beer.
The Last Jar
$$Traditional, warm and rustic Irish pub serving hearty meals with homemade butter, bread and bacon.
Twang Brewing
Breweries in North Melbourne, Melbourne.
Limerick Castle Hotel
$$Pubs in North Melbourne, Melbourne.
Victoria Hotel Est. 1863
Bars in North Melbourne, Melbourne.
More in North Melbourne
Pubs in other Melbourne suburbs
Pubs in North Melbourne — FAQs
What are the best pubs in North Melbourne?+
The pubs in North Melbourne 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 North Melbourne?+
We currently feature 13 pubs in North Melbourne, and we add and re-check venues regularly so the list stays current.
How do I get to North Melbourne in Melbourne?+
North Melbourne 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.