Prince Public Bar
A characterful pub at St Kilda in Melbourne with a 4.1 rating across 393 reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
The Prince Public Bar sits on Acland Street in St Kilda, one of Melbourne's iconic bayside suburbs. With 393 reviews behind its 4.1 rating, it has built a strong following.
The appeal is a lively, characterful pub with genuine charm — a great spot for a beer, a feed, live music and a fun night out, a much-loved St Kilda institution. Its Acland Street location, close to the beach and the buzz, makes it an easy and welcoming destination.
Pub menus, events, live music and trading hours shift over time, and it gets busy on weekends. If you're coming for a particular occasion or a night out, it's worth checking current details directly before you arrive.
Practical details
Opening hours
Closed- Monday
- 07:00 – 22:00
- TuesdayToday
- 07:00 – 22:00
- Wednesday
- 07:00 – 22:00
- Thursday
- 07:00 – 23:00
- Friday
- 07:00 – 00:00
- Saturday
- 08:00 – 00:00
- Sunday
- 08:00 – 22:00
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 64
- Popularity
- 79
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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