The Best Bars in Prahran
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.
Restaurant
Mount Erica Hotel
This classic corner hotel, revamped by the Marquis of Lorne team, has a little Wes Anderson energy. If you look past the lofty menu and exceptional wine list, you’ll find it’s a rowdy Melbourne footy pub at heart.
Bar
The Alps
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. Take inside or in the courtyard for Roman-style pizza and snacky plates.
Bar
Don’s
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.
Restaurant
The Smith
This spacious gastropub serves honest and elevated pub food alongside sharp cocktails. Go for its excellent oysters, gooey burrata, hulking burgers and juicy steaks.
Restaurant
White Oaks Saloon Bar & Dining
A touch of the Deep South on Greville Street.
Bar
Silverlake Social
An American-themed bar serving craft beer, ribs, hot dogs and cocktails.
Bar
Pawn & Co.
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.
Bar
Casa Nom
This South American bar and diner will have you drinking mezcal and pisco; and eating Argentinian chorizo sandwiches, vegan empanadas and taco fries.
Bar
The Flying Duck Hotel
The good times fly at this backstreet corner pub. Have a seafood feast in the greenery-surrounded glasshouse. Or wrap your hands around a big burger in the charming dining room.
Restaurant
Rossi
This casual Italian restaurant can be the anchor for any evening. Expect carbonara arancini, tiramisu served tableside and a party after dinner wraps up.
