The Lincoln

The Lincoln sits on Cardigan Street in Carlton, just north of the Melbourne CBD near the university. A much-loved corner pub, it's become a genuine local institution — the kind of warm, characterful pub, known for its quality food and welcoming atmosphere, that's a fixture of the Carlton dining-and-drinking scene.

The appeal is that combination of a great pub atmosphere, quality pub fare and a solid drinks offering, ideal for a relaxed drink, a meal or a casual catch-up. In an area with a deep dining heritage, its character and consistency have earned it a devoted following over the years, the kind of genuine local where regulars feel right at home.

With a 4.5 rating from more than 1,300 reviews, it's clearly a firm favourite. The food, what's on tap, opening hours and any events vary, and a popular Carlton pub fills up around weekends, so it's worth checking current details before you go — though for a relaxed pint and a quality feed in a genuine Carlton local, it's often just a matter of dropping in and settling in.