Best Pubs in South Yarra
Looking for the best pubs in South Yarra? We've gathered 6 standout spots in this corner of Melbourne, each ranked by our independent Spot Score so the strongest picks rise to the top. South Yarra 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.
6 spots in South Yarra
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Bridie O'Reilly’s
$$Hearty meals in a rustic-chic Irish pub, with leather lounge chairs and a streetside beer garden.
Temperance Hotel
$$Cocktails and posh pub food served in a swanky, lively locale with modern decor, DJs and live music.
The Yarra Hotel
$$Live music, burgers and seafood in a buzzing, old-world pub built in 1855, plus a leafy beer garden.
The Wolf Windsor
$$Contemporary & classic Aussie pub dishes & drinks served in a vibrant space with weekend live music.
Godby Hotel
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Pubs in South Yarra — FAQs
What are the best pubs in South Yarra?+
The pubs in South Yarra 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 South Yarra?+
We currently feature 6 pubs in South Yarra, and we add and re-check venues regularly so the list stays current.
How do I get to South Yarra in Melbourne?+
South Yarra 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.