Best Bars in Richmond
Looking for the best bars in Richmond? We've gathered 12 standout spots in this corner of Melbourne, each ranked by our independent Spot Score so the strongest picks rise to the top. Richmond 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.
12 spots in Richmond
Spread Eagle Hotel
$$Upmarket Modern Australian dishes in a long-running pub with fireplaces and leather chairs.
Fargo and Co
$$$Historic bank vaults turned bar, offering diverse snacks, full plates, cocktails, & 14 beer taps.
Nixie Nox
Bars in Richmond, Melbourne.
Prince Alfred Richmond
$$Elevated pub eats & drinks in a warm space with timber decor & a buzzing, leafy beer garden.
The Blacksmith Bar
Bars in Richmond, Melbourne.
Harlow
$Laid-back venue with craft beer and a pool table, plus live bands, DJs and an open fireplace.
Maeve Fox
Cocktails, craft beer & bar snacks in a stylish space with exposed-brick walls & swanky booth seats.
The Leadbeater Hotel
$$Gourmet pub grub dished up in a bustling tavern with contemporary furniture, plus gigs and trivia.
Almost French Epicure
Bakeries in Richmond, Melbourne.
Public House - Richmond
$$Tasting plates, Modern Australian mains and cocktail carafes in a hip pub with a roof terrace.
Cassette Bar
Bars in Richmond, Melbourne.
Odeon Richmond
Live Music in Richmond, Melbourne.
More in Richmond
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Bars in Richmond — FAQs
What are the best bars in Richmond?+
The bars in Richmond 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 Richmond?+
We currently feature 12 bars in Richmond, and we add and re-check venues regularly so the list stays current.
How do I get to Richmond in Melbourne?+
Richmond 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.