The Brunswick Green

The Brunswick Green sits on Sydney Road in Brunswick, one of Melbourne's most vibrant and eclectic inner-north suburbs. A much-loved bar, it's a genuine local fixture — combining a great drinks offering with a relaxed, characterful atmosphere (and a lovely garden/courtyard), the kind of welcoming, in-the-know spot that's become a real favourite on the Sydney Road strip.

The appeal is that combination of well-made drinks, a warm, characterful atmosphere and a great Brunswick location, ideal for a relaxed drink with friends, a date or a sociable evening, with the lovely garden adding real charm. A bar that's nailed both its drinks and its easygoing vibe really stands out, and the Brunswick Green has clearly won over a devoted following.

With a 4.5 rating from more than 730 reviews, it's clearly a much-loved spot. The drinks list, any food or live music, opening hours and events vary, and a popular Brunswick bar gets busy on weekends, so it's worth checking current details before you go — though for a relaxed drink in a characterful setting, it's often just a matter of dropping in at the Brunswick Green on Sydney Road.