
Ballers Clubhouse Carlton
A lively Carlton sports-and-social bar on Elgin Street, rated 4.9 from 1,400-plus reviews — a fun, high-energy spot for groups and game nights.
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Why it's worth checking out
Hidden on Elgin Street in Carlton, Ballers Clubhouse is a games bar and event venue built around friendly competition. It combines drinks, food, karaoke and interactive games in one night-out setting, with options designed for birthdays, after-work catch-ups, date nights, group bookings and corporate events. Rather than being a bar where games are an afterthought, the venue puts the activities at the centre of the experience, giving groups something to do between drinks and conversation.
The games line-up covers familiar favourites and more tech-led experiences. Guests can book ping pong, pool, shuffleboard and Club Darts, with the darts boards offering automatic scoring. Neo Shuffle adds interactive game modes and digital scoring, while the Express Combo Pass combines timed sessions of ping pong, Club Darts and shuffleboard. There is also a Multi-Game Pass for extended access across ping pong, darts and shuffleboard at Ballers venues. Carlton’s standout attraction is Ball Pit Ping Pong, which places a game of ping pong in a ball pit and is listed as exclusive to Ballers Carlton. Silent Disco Karaoke is another Carlton option for smaller groups wanting a more unusual take on karaoke.
The venue is arranged across a series of distinct areas rather than one undifferentiated room. The website highlights spaces including the Shuffle Patio, Monkey Shoulder Steampunk, Retro Sports Bar, The Garden and The Library, as well as the ground floor, Level 1 and the option to explore the entire venue. That range makes Ballers Clubhouse suitable for different kinds of gatherings, from a casual game between friends to a larger celebration with multiple activities and areas in use. The overall feel is playful and social, with the games creating an easy focus for groups that want more structure than a standard drinks booking.
For larger occasions, Ballers Clubhouse Carlton also offers function bookings managed by a dedicated Functions Team. The venue promotes flexible spaces for conferences, workshops, networking, private lunches, dinners and celebrations, with catering, audiovisual support, private bars and interactive games available as part of the event planning. Team challenges, networking drinks, photo booths and other event extras are also listed. It is therefore a particularly practical choice for organised group events, while the smaller game bookings make it just as relevant for a date night, mate catch-up or low-key evening of competition. The website provides Carlton-specific food and drinks menus and function information, though individual dishes and the venue’s operating hours are not detailed in the supplied material.
Reviewed by Iyan B.
Good to know
- Located on Elgin Street in Carlton's entertainment precinct
- Verify opening hours, dress code, and table booking policies before visiting
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Practical details
Opening hours
Open now- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Closed
- WednesdayToday
- 16:00 – 22:00
- Thursday
- 16:00 – 22:00
- Friday
- 16:00 – 01:00
- Saturday
- 14:00 – 01:00
- Sunday
- 14:00 – 22:00
Menu
View the latest menu directly from the venue.
Open menuSpot Score
- Reputation
- 95
- Popularity
- 96
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Ballers Clubhouse Carlton located?+
Ballers Clubhouse Carlton is located at 171-175 Elgin Street, Carlton VIC 3053, Australia.
What is the rating for Ballers Clubhouse Carlton?+
Ballers Clubhouse Carlton has a 4.9-star Google rating based on 1,438 reviews.
What type of venue is Ballers Clubhouse Carlton?+
Ballers Clubhouse Carlton is a bar located in Carlton, Melbourne.
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