Discover Melbourne’s New Happy Hour Specials Across the City
Summer in Melbourne always brings a lift in energy, and this season the city’s Happy Hour line-up feels brighter than ever. Venues across the CBD, South Yarra, Port Melbourne and Balaclava are launching new drink specials, food pairings and early evening rituals that make it easier than ever to unwind after work or start a night out.
Each location offers something different, whether it is vinyl DJs, Bavarian beer culture, complimentary martinis or fresh seafood. Every business is open and active, providing readers with reliable go-to options throughout the week.
Yūgen Tea Bar Happy Hour
Yūgen Tea Bar delivers a stylish early evening ritual in South Yarra with its new Happy Hour Vinyl Sessions. The venue is renowned for its modern Japanese design and serene, refined atmosphere, creating an ideal setting for a pre-dinner drink.
Happy Hour highlights:
• $18 wines
• $12 beers
• Cocktails such as Hikari Highball, Café Pacifico, Early Grey Spritz and Ume Negroni
• Non alcoholic matcha drinks
• Snacks including smoked almonds with kombu salt, oysters, grilled edamame and a daily sashimi plate
When: Fridays and Saturdays, 4 to 7 PM
YTB Details
Address: 605 Chapel St, South Yarra VIC 3141
Hours: Every Friday and Saturday from 4 to 7 PM
Bookings Here
Ciao Cielo Happy Hour
Ciao Cielo in Port Melbourne sits inside a beautifully restored 165-year-old courthouse and offers one of the area’s most consistent early evening gatherings. Its spacious outdoor garden gives the venue a relaxed charm, especially in summer.
Happy Hour highlights:
• $10 spritzes
• $10 pints
• $20 Neapolitan pizzas every Tuesday, cooked in a custom wood-fired oven
When: Daily, 4 to 6 PM
Ciao Cielo Details
Address: 115 Bay St, Port Melbourne VIC 3207
Hours: Every day from 4 to 6 PM
Bookings Here
Hofbräuhaus Happy Hour
Hofbräuhaus has been pouring German beer in Melbourne since 1968 and continues to offer a lively, authentic beer hall experience. Located in the CBD’s Chinatown precinct, it is a natural stop for groups looking for something hearty and festive.
Happy Hour highlights:
• 500ml German tap bier for $9
• Steins for $16
• Eight imported German brews on tap
When: Tuesday to Friday, 4 to 6 PM
Hofbräuhaus Details
Address: 18-28 Market Ln, Melbourne VIC 3000
Hours: Every Tuesday to Friday from 4 to 6 PM
Bookings Here
The Douglas Club Happy Hour
The Douglas Club sits inside the historic Equity Chambers building and blends old-world elegance with a contemporary cocktail menu. It’s new Happy Hour ritual, The Martini Affair, celebrates the timeless martini.
Happy Hour highlights:
• $16 martinis
• 24 complimentary mini martinis served at 7 PM each night
When: Daily from 7 to 9 PM between 29 December 2025 and 18 January 2026
The Douglas Club Details
Address: 472 Bourke St, Melbourne VIC 3000
Hours: Every day from 7 to 9 PM between 29 December 2025 and 18 January 2026
Bookings: Not required
Moonhouse Happy Hour
Moonhouse in Balaclava transforms Thursday evenings with one of Melbourne’s simplest and most generous oyster deals. The former Art Deco bank has been reimagined as a modern neighbourhood restaurant with a strong following for its seafood and cocktails.
Happy Hour highlights:
• $2 oysters
• $9 sparkling
• No minimums or maximums
When: Thursdays from 5.30 PM
Moonhouse Details
Address: 282 Carlisle St, Balaclava VIC 3183
Hours: Every Thursday from 5.30 PM
Bookings Here