Overview
If there’s one thing Melbourne does exceptionally well, it’s bars—and Urban List has the receipts with its energetic 2025 feature, Melbourne’s Best Bars For A Boozy Good Time. This guide is your fast-track to the city’s most fun-filled drinking dens, where quality drinks meet seriously good vibes.
Whether you're planning a wild night out, a cheeky after-work session, or a spontaneous weekend bar crawl, this list has it all. Expect everything from sleek cocktail lounges and neon-lit speakeasies to rooftop hideaways and rowdy pubs that bring the noise. These aren’t just places to grab a drink—they’re destinations for making memories, one sip at a time.
Curated by the nightlife-savvy team at Urban List, each bar has earned its place for serving up not just great booze, but the full experience. You’ll find venues known for their inventive mixology, curated spirits collections, dance floors, DJ sets, and even late-night snacks to soak it all up.
This feature shines a light on Melbourne’s effortlessly cool bar culture—from laneway secrets in the CBD to quirky neighbourhood favourites in Fitzroy, Carlton, Richmond, and beyond. It’s a celebration of the city’s electric energy after dark, catering to everyone from cocktail lovers to beer drinkers and wine bar wanderers.
Whether you're a tourist looking for Melbourne's must-visit bars or a local ready to shake things up, Urban List's 2025 guide will help you sip, dance, and laugh your way through the city's best boozy experiences. Cheers to that.
Last update June 2025
