1. The Mill Brewery
In the spirit of Collingwood's working-class, industrial roots, the team at The Mill pours around a dozen brews from a revamped former mechanic’s shop, complete with roller door. Relax outside and sample a rotating menu of handcrafted traditional and small-batch speciality brews.
2. Fixation Brewing
Award-winning brewers, Fixation Brewing specialises in fresh, floral, hoppy IPA. Order a paddle for tasting and compare notes with friends. Go for regular favourites or seasonal specials pouring from the taps – and vegan wood-fired pizza from Red Sparrow.
3. Temple Brewing Company
Beloved for its year-round Bicycle Beer, a delightful summer ale, Temple Brewing loves to match their beer – IPA, Okinawa sour, pale ale, American stout, you name it – with an equally impressive South American–inspired menu at their laid-back East Brunswick brewpub.
4. Bodriggy Brewing Co
A vivacious brew hall set within a former mechanic’s shop, Bodriggy Brewing Co has a huge bar pouring frothies from more than 64 taps. Bring an appetite, and wash everything down with a tasty menu of Latin American–inspired dishes.
5. Stomping Ground Brewing Co
Good-looking neighbourhood beer hall Stomping Ground is an appealing spot for brew hoppers from laid-back socialisers to adventuring aficionados. Choose from more than 25 tap brews, assisted by tasting notes, and pair with a bite to eat. One of Good Food Guide’s Top 50 Bars for 2022.
6. Moon Dog World
Hop to Moon Dog World for intergalactic brews in an otherworldly party zone, replete with sun loungers, a tiki bar and a lagoon. Moon Dog’s exceptional brews flow from the taps – try far-out flavours Dip-Hop-Opotumus and Splice of Heaven – and the whole experience made it into Good Food Guide’s Top 50 Bars 2022.
7. Molly Rose
Welcome to wee Molly-Rose, a microbrewery with a modest-sized bar and cellar door brewing and pouring small-batch craft beer inspired by owner Nic's global travels. Discover intriguing flavours such as the Martyr beetroot, raspberry spiced sour ale.
8. Burnley Brewing
Spreading its amber wings in Richmond, Burnley Brewing keeps your tastebuds hoppy with innovative creations poured straight from the barrel at its tap house and adjacent renovated beer hall. Maybe a hazy mango ale or mandarin gose takes your fancy? Pub grub seals the deal.
9.Hop Nation Brewing Co.
This backstreet urban brewery is hidden away in the heart of Footscray, offering a haven for beer lovers to come together and sip on exceptional craft tipples. Specialising in sustainable small batch beers, Hop Nation is an independent brewing company and a staple in Melbourne's beer scene.
10.Urban Alley Brewery
With a commitment to sustainability and an impressive selection of signature beers, Urban Alley is a top pick among Melbourne breweries. Head to this stylish brewpub in the District Docklands to enjoy hearty pub fare and sample their best tap beers in a tasting flight.
