The Best Pubs in Melbourne
6 pubs in Melbourne ranked by atmosphere, beer list, and history.
Melbourne pubs span heritage Victorian buildings, modern beer halls, and laneway dive bars that work as pubs. The Australian publican tradition runs deep here, with many pubs from the gold rush era still operating.
The pubs cluster in Fitzroy, Carlton, and the CBD. The beer list at a serious Melbourne pub typically includes 12 to 20 craft taps.
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The 6 best pubs in Melbourne
The Napier Hotel
Heritage pub from 1866 in the heart of Fitzroy. Cosy interior, good craft beer, generous food. Open daily.
Young and Jacksons
Heritage pub from 1853 with the famous Chloe painting upstairs. Tourist favourite but genuinely a working pub. Open daily.
The Builders Arms
Heritage pub with one of the best beer gardens in Melbourne. Andrew McConnell food upstairs. Open daily.
The Town Mouse
Heritage pub with a serious craft beer list. The crowd is local and committed. Open daily.
The Royal Saxon
Heritage neighbourhood pub. The Sunday roast is a local institution. Open daily.
The Curtin Hotel
Live music pub with bookings most nights. The crowd is younger and engaged. Open daily.
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