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
Gales Brewery
$$Breweries in Brunswick, Melbourne.
The Irish Times Pub
$$Fish and chips, burgers and grills in a laid-back, rustic Irish pub showing live sports on TV.
The Cheeky Pint (The Barkley Hotel)
$$Bars in Footscray, Melbourne.
Naughtons Hotel
$$Low-key lodging offering simple quarters with free Wi-Fi, plus an informal restaurant & bar.
The Standard Hotel
$$Charming wood-panelled hangout with a leafy beer garden, for pub meals plus craft and imported ales.
The Charles Dickens Tavern
$$Beer and meals in an old-fashioned British pub with dark wooden panelling and soft lighting.
Corner Hotel
$$Popular live music venue for local & international acts, with a rooftop bar & pub grub menu.
Plough Hotel
$$Classic rooms in a relaxed property offering a modern restaurant/bar, plus free Wi-Fi & parking.
The Flying Duck Hotel
$$Global cuisine in a family-friendly spot with an enclosed glass dining area and a leafy beer garden.
The National Hotel
$$Classy cocktails and pan-Asian dishes in a hip concrete space with exposed brick and recycled wood.
THE CURTIN (John Curtin hotel)
$No-frills pub and live music joint with worn decor, plus regular gigs from up-and-coming artists.
College Lawn Hotel
$$Upbeat pub with regular screenings of live sport, a hearty menu and a bustling beer garden.
The Cornish Arms Hotel
$$Vegan and non-vegan pizzas, burgers and burritos, served in a busy pub with a large craft beer menu.
The Mitre Tavern
$$Pub in a 19th-century building with a huge beer garden & a historic bistro serving a wide variety of dishes.
The Lion & Wombat
Restaurants in St Kilda, Melbourne.
Carlton Brewhouse
$$Breweries in Fitzroy, Melbourne.
Bridge Hotel
$$Gourmet, global pub grub served in a hip space with exposed-brick walls & rustic-chic decor.
Goldy's! Tavern
$$Global fare & pub specialties served in a restored red-brick hotel restaurant with outdoor seating.
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.