Best Pubs in Melbourne (2026)
Looking for the best pubs in Melbourne? We've rounded up 144 of the city's standout spots — from neighbourhood favourites to buzzy new openings. Every venue is ranked by our Spot Score, which weighs reputation, popularity and freshness, so you can book with confidence. Filter by suburb, price or what's open now to find your next go-to.
144 spots
Royston Hotel
$$Jumping corner pub with a horseshoe-shaped centre bar, serving burgers, steaks and craft beer.
Soak Bathhouse - South Yarra
A wellness bathhouse in South Yarra offering spa and bathing experiences in central Melbourne.
The Local Taphouse
$$Craft beer, live music and comedy in a roomy tavern with old-school furnishings and a bocce court.
The Drunken Poet
$Irish music, poetry and Guinness, plus trivia, in a snug pub hung with portraits of famous authors.
Quarterhouse
Bars in Docklands, Melbourne.
Napier Hotel
$$Boisterous, long-standing pub with eclectic decor and a bar menu, plus an exhibition space upstairs.
The Sherlock Holmes
$$English-themed bar with a warm, brick-lined interior serving craft beer, share plates & pub grub.
The Rainbow Hotel
$$Longtime haunt offering craft beer on tap, updated steak & seafood dishes & regular live music.
Marquis of Lorne
$$Global bar bites and craft beer in a cool pub with exposed-brick walls and tables on the rooftop.
The Lincoln
$$Laid-back pub for craft beer and creative cocktails, plus gastropub food in a sleek dining room.
Royal Standard Hotel
$$Pizza, pasta & other homestyle meals pair with classic cocktails in a relaxed family-run setup.
Prahran Hotel
$$Modern pub food in a cutting-edge building, featuring leather banquettes and concrete fittings.
The Fox Hotel | Pub Collingwood
$$Convivial pub with warm decor & a stylish terrace, offering craft beer, global eats & live music.
Pino Pinelli Public Bar
Restaurants in Collingwood, Melbourne.
Town Hall Hotel
$$Old-school bar for live music, with eclectic rock memorabilia, a classic pub menu and a beer garden.
Naughtons Hotel
$$Low-key lodging offering simple quarters with free Wi-Fi, plus an informal restaurant & bar.
Miss Moses Bar
$$Bars in Brunswick, Melbourne.
The Flying Duck Hotel
$$Global cuisine in a family-friendly spot with an enclosed glass dining area and a leafy beer garden.
Pubs in Melbourne — FAQs
What are the best pubs in Melbourne?+
Our top-rated pubs in Melbourne are ranked by our Spot Score, which combines Google ratings, review volume, category fit and how recently we verified the details. The highest scorers appear at the top of this page.
How is the Melbourne pubs ranking decided?+
We blend independent signals — Google star ratings and review counts, popularity, the quality of available information and freshness — into a single Spot Score out of 100. It's an editorial score, not a paid placement.
Can I filter pubs by suburb or price?+
Yes. Use the filters to narrow by suburb, minimum rating, price level, whether a place is open now, and features like dog-friendly or outdoor seating.
How many pubs are listed in Melbourne?+
We currently feature 144 pubs across Melbourne and surrounding suburbs, and we add and re-check venues regularly.