About Carlton Nightlife - Pubs, Clubs & Bars

" Carlton, a vibrant suburb in Melbourne, offers a lively nightlife scene with a mix of pubs, bars, and clubs. Known for its diverse selection of venues, you can find everything from traditional Australian pubs to trendy rooftop bars and underground clubs. With its proximity to Melbourne's city center, Carlton provides a fantastic setting for an exciting night out, attracting both locals and visitors alike "

Carlton Fast Facts

- Total Venues : 19

Although it most well-known for its dining and exciting café scene along Lygon Street, Carlton still boasts a diverse and alive nightlife scene with a broad range of hotel, pubs, bars and clubs. The proximity of the Melbourne University to the area plays a significant role in much of the nightlife and you will find many pubs and bars being populated by large student populations. There are also a number of venues that cater for different audiences and attract a different cliental.

Lygon Street is the home to many drinking houses including iconic venues jimmy Watson’s wine bar and the Curtin Hotel which is a great Melbourne live music venue. A host of other venues are disbursed around the perimeter of the University of Melbourne, including the Prince Alfred Hotel and the Clyde Hotel.

In & Around Carlton

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Venues in Carlton

Bar Bellamy

164 Rathdowne Street, Carlton, Victoria

BC's - Bar Centrale Sports Bar

160-162 Lygon Street, Carlton, Victoria

Fronting onto the energetic Lygon Street, Bar Centrale Sports Bar has been a popular venue for over 40 years. Its relaxed Sports Bar includes pool tables, gaming machines & numerous flat screen TV’s, outdoor street seating & upstairs function space.

Brandon Hotel

237 Station Street, Carlton North, Victoria

The Brandon hotel exhibits all the character and charm of a traditional corner pub. Tucked away from the main busy pub and dining strips in Carlton, The Brandon does good drinks paired with good food and friendly service.

Carlton Yacht Club

298 Lygon Street, Carlton, Victoria

The Carlton Yacht Club is a trendy and unique cocktail bar located on Carlton’s lively and very dry Lygon Street, nowhere near any water. It has an enormous and diverse selection of original and classic cocktails to choose from.

Clyde Hotel

385 Cardigan Street, Carlton, Victoria

Located on the corner of Cardigan and Elgin Streets in the Melbourne inner suburb of Carlton, the revamped Clyde Hotel provides plenty of drinking & socialising opportunities from the expansive front bar to the alfresco beer garden.

Curtin Hotel

29 Lygon Street, Carlton, Victoria

The Curtin Hotel is located on the vibrant Lygon Street & only a short distance from the Melbourne City Centre. The pub is best known for its 300 capacity band room where you will regularly find touring acts & album launches.

Dan O'Connell Hotel

225 Canning Street, Carlton, Victoria

The Dan O’Connell is a pub in the truest tradition & one of Carltons iconic local pubs. It provides a great range of the finest spirits & liqueurs as well as range of rotating beer taps. You will find great pub grub, large beer garden, pool table & open

Gerald's Bar

386 Rathdowne Street, Carlton North, Victoria

Gerald’s Bar in Carlton North is a beloved, award-winning establishment known for its extensive wine list featuring over 200 selections. The bar offers a cozy, relaxed atmosphere with excellent service and a constantly changing menu. Patrons enjoy a wide variety of drinks, including house-made soft drinks and cordials, classic and original cocktails, and a broad-ranging beer selection. It’s the perfect spot for a sophisticated yet comfortable night out.

Great Northern Hotel

644 Rathdowne Street, North Carlton, Victoria

The Great Northern Hotel is a classic Melbourne Hotel that was established in the 1880’s. The modern pub is renowned for its extensive beer garden & love of all things beer. It’s motto 'In beer we trust' is reflected by its great beer list.

Jimmy Watson's

333 Lygon Street, Carlton, Victoria

Jimmy Watson’s is an iconic Lygon Street wine bar that has been around since the 1930’s and continually reinvents itself and expands. The wine bar consists of a number of smaller areas including read court yard & roof top bar.

Kent Hotel

370 Rathdowne Street, Carlton North, Victoria

The bar at the Kent Hotel is a great traditional corner pub located in Melbourne’s Rathdowne Village & overlooking Curtain Square. The pub serves a range of craft beers & has an amazing cocktail list as well as providing an upstairs function space.

Players On Lygon

192-200 Lygon Street, Carlton, Victoria

Players on Lygon is a pub situated in the heart of Carlton’s vibrant Lygon Street entertainment precinct. The venue opens early and closes late with a 4am closing time and provides TAB and keno facilities as well as a gaming lounge.

Prince Alfred Hotel

191 Grattan Stret, Carlton, Victoria

Carlton’s Prince Alfred Hotel has been an entrenched part of the local area & Uni scene since 1925 & in early 2018 relaunched as the Prince Alfred Rooftop & Bar. The rejuvenated pub has a range of fun promotions & activities throughout the week.

Queensberry Hotel

593 Swanston Street, Carlton, Victoria

The Queensberry Hotel on Carlton's Swanston Street is a heritage listed property which was established in 1890. The renovated hotel is a popular uni favourite and provides a great vibe with an outdoor courtyard & beer garden.

The Beaufort

421 Rathdowne Street, Carlton, Victoria

The Last Jar

616 Elizabeth Street, Melbourne, Victoria

The Lincoln

91 Cardigan Street, Carlton, Victoria

Tucked on the corner of Queensberry and Cardigan Streets in Carlton, Melbourne, The Lincoln Hotel is an award-winning historic pub dating back to 1854. Known for its charming art-deco bar with 12 rotating craft beer taps, a curated wine list, and an inviting fireplace, it offers a warm and atmospheric space perfect for social gatherings. The Lincoln is a favorite spot for locals and visitors alike.

Tsubu Bar

169 Grattan Street, Carlton, Victoria

University Hotel

272 Lygon Street, Carlton, Victoria

The University Hotel is located at the city end of Lygon Street in Carlton and is a local landmark, first opening its doors back in 1873. The hotel is steeped in history and prides itself on being a country style pub in the city.