Mr Wilkinson
A much-loved bar in Brunswick East, Melbourne, rated 4.6 across more than 450 reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
Mr Wilkinson sits on Lygon Street in Brunswick East, one of Melbourne's most vibrant and eclectic inner-north pockets. A much-loved bar, it's earned a strong reputation — combining a great drinks offering with a warm, characterful atmosphere, the kind of in-the-know spot that's become a genuine favourite for a quality drink and a sociable night out.
The appeal is that combination of well-made drinks, a relaxed, characterful atmosphere and a great Lygon Street location, ideal for a drink with friends, a date or a sociable evening. A bar that's nailed both its drinks and its vibe really stands out, and Mr Wilkinson has clearly won over a devoted following in the inner north.
With a 4.6 rating from more than 450 reviews, it's clearly a much-loved spot. The drinks list, any food, opening hours and events vary, and a popular bar gets busy on weekends, so it's worth checking current details before you go — though for a quality drink in a characterful setting, it's often just a matter of dropping in at Mr Wilkinson in Brunswick East.
Reviewed by Iyan B.
Practical details
Opening hours
Closed- Monday
- 07:00 – 01:00
- TuesdayToday
- 07:00 – 15:00
- Wednesday
- 07:00 – 15:00
- Thursday
- 07:00 – 01:00
- Friday
- 07:00 – 01:00
- Saturday
- 08:00 – 01:00
- Sunday
- 08:00 – 01:00
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 83
- Popularity
- 81
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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