Overview

Melbourne's a hops-lover's heaven, bubbling with microbreweries, craft breweries and backyard one-brewer operations that have bloomed into winning brew pubs. Pick a few to create a DIY tasting paddle of your own on an urban brewery tour, or return to beloved neighbourhood favourites. Everyone's welcome and the taps are always flowing.

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.Two Doors Brewing

As the first microbrewery and wine bar in Ashburton Village since the 1920s, Two Doors Brewing is an independent craft brewery that produces small batch, European-inspired beers with no artificial colours, flavours or preservatives.

3. 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.

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.Inner North Brewing Co. 

Visit a great Brunswick local and sample fresh beers produced on-site at Inner North Brewing Co. Acting as a microbrewery, bar and takeaway bottle shop, Inner North is the place to go for good beer and a chill vibe.

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.Brick Lane Brewhouse

In Dandenong's south, this sprawling, dog-friendly space has food trucks on rotation and plenty of room for kids to roam. Also known as the Dandy Taphouse,  Brick Lane's take away options include lagers, stouts, a non-alcoholic XPA and a Nitro Cola.

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