Fancy a cold drink with your favourite crowd in the sun without worrying about what time the bars close? Then it's time to move your buns to one of the beer gardens in Melbourne! This funky city has some amazing spots that serve great food and beer – and we have them all in one place! No matter if you simply want to kick back and chill, or celebrate a special occasion — why not soak up those Vitamin D levels while having a whale of a time? Get the ball rolling and start browsing our list of Melbourne’s best beer gardens now!
The cost of beer gardens in Melbourne averages around $2000 minimum spend per event. The final price will depend on location, size, amenities, and demand. Some venues also offer additional packages that include catering, AV equipment, or additional services. Take a look at the usual price ranges in Melbourne, based on Tagvenue data:
From $1000 | to $3000 | minimum spend per event |
From $28 | to $60 | per person |
From $400 | to $1500 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2025), the best options include:
Alfresco Footpath at Bonny
in Fitzroy - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘We hired the entire venue.’
The Picnic Tables at The Fitzroy Beer Garden
in Fitzroy - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘We really enjoyed the venue it was well set up and the food was great.’
Courtyard at Welcome To Thornbury
in Northcote - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Food was great, venue was warm (it was a COLD night), atmosphere was wonderful.’
You can book a beer garden up to 2 weeks in advance, but to have the best range of venues available on your special date, you should start your search 3 months in advance. It will also give you all the time you need to thoroughly compare the offers that have caught your eye and pick the best one that suits your needs.