The Best Bars in Prahran

by Broadsheet Editors

Updated 1 month ago

Prahran doesn’t just have a lot of bars – it has lots of different kinds of bars. From intimate wine bars like The Alps to fun dive bars like Silverlake Social and reinvigorated neighbourhood boozers like the Mount Erica Hotel. Whatever you’re after, there’s a drink in the area with your name on it. These are the best Prahran bars to duck into, curated by Broadsheet’s expert food and drink editors.

Mount Erica Hotel
Restaurant
A classic corner hotel revamped by the Marquis of Lorne team. The interior has a little Wes Anderson energy, with brooding timber panels and a roaring period fireplace. But if you look past the lofty menu and exceptional wine list, Mount Erica is a rowdy Melbourne footy pub at heart.
The Alps
Bar
This intimate wine bar pays homage to the excellent wine regions that encircle the European Alps – but you'll also find honest drops from Australia and New Zealand on its 400-strong wine list. The food menu is small but considered, and might include exceptional cheese, charcuterie and anchovy toast.
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Don’s
Bar
Right across from Prahran Market, the facade isn’t exactly attention-grabbing. But what’s inside certainly is. The stomping fried-chicken sanga and rotating pasta line-up make this communal wine bar a local’s favourite.
The Smith
Restaurant
This spacious gastropub serves honest and elevated pub food alongside sharp cocktails. Go for its excellent oysters, gooey burrata, hulking burgers and juicy steaks.
White Oaks Saloon Bar & Dining
Restaurant
A touch of the Deep South on Greville Street.
Silverlake Social
Bar
An American-themed bar serving craft beer, ribs, hot dogs and cocktails.
Pawn & Co.
Bar
From the genuine vintage pistols to the cabinets full of movie memorabilia, everything’s for sale at this two-level, curio-filled bar. It’s also a destination for commercial house music – head down on Pawn Saturdays and you’ll see what we mean.
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Casa Nom
Bar
This South American bar and diner will have you drinking mezcal and pisco; and eating Argentinian chorizo sandwiches, vegan empanadas and taco fries.
The Flying Duck Hotel
Bar
The longstanding pub is now in the hands of Rustica owner Brenton Lang. Have a seafood feast in the greenery-surrounded glasshouse or wrap your hands around a big burger in the charmingly refurbed dining room.