Best Bars in Melbourne (2026)
From rooftop cocktail bars to cosy laneway pubs, Melbourne's bar scene has something for every mood. These are the bars that locals rate as the city's best.
The Metropolitan Hotel is a historic landmark located in the west end of Melbourne's central city area. Having opened its doors as a local hotel and pub back in 1854, today it stands as a revitalised three-storey hospitality venue. Each...
Melbournes sharpest Happy Hour!
The Luwow Tiki Bar is well known for its eye-popping cinematic décor, sensational long lost sounds and amazing tropical cocktails. Relax in a cosy booth or hang at the jungle balcony. Surround yourself in kitschy souvenirs from the South Pacific...
Insignia on Flinders has been family-owned and operated since 1982, offering a welcoming space to relax with a drink and enjoy affordable bar snacks 🍻
Urban Alley Brewery is a sustainable micro-brewery and brewpub, with beer brewed onsite at their Docklands venue, and venues in Chadstone and Knox.
Beachfront bar and restaurant in St Kilda. Serving breakfast, cocktails, food specials, and live music with stunning bay views. Est. 2005, family-run
Whether you're after a cold beer, a glass of wine or an elegant cocktail, CQ Bar is a great place to grab a drink.
Toorak Hotel is a lively, sport-driven pub in the heart of Toorak Village, blending classic pub fare, big screens and a social atmosphere with a modern menu.
Bakery Hill Distillery is a family-owned and operated distillery that has been producing world-renowned single malt whiskies for over 25 years.
Elevated in a historic loft above the city, Aster's intimate bar leaves plenty to the imagination.
i Darts HIVE is an electronic darts bar in QV shopping centre, just a stone's throw away from Melbourne Central Station.
Spleen Bar is a legendary, low-key escape tucked away at the top end of Bourke Street, offering a gritty and unpretentious vibe in the heart of Melbourne’s CBD.
A Vietnamese French cocktail bar serving crafted cocktails, exquisite bites and warm hospitality in the heart of Melbourne
Fad Gallery Bar a unique piece of nightlife in the heart of Chinatown, Melbourne. Established in 1995, Fad is your home for cocktails, art & damn fine times!
The Emerald Peacock is located in the centre of Melbourne's CBD. Cocktails are our specialty, with well-loved classics and ingenious creations available.
Good Heavens is a rooftop bar in the heart of the city. A meeting place for Melburnians seeking a sneaky libation and snack. Your one-stop-shop for fabulous cocktails without all the fuss and sweeping views across the city skyline.
Muli Express, little sister of the famed Muli – third-generation seafood specialists bringing the best of live Australian seafood to your plates – is your new favourite oyster bar, shucking fresh oysters from across Australia right in front of you.