The Drunken Poet, North Melbourne
7 people recommendvia r/melbourne7 comments cited below
What people say, in short
Many people recommend The Drunken Poet, which two people place in North Melbourne and one places in West Melbourne. One person says it has an authentic Irish pub atmosphere, and another likes its unpretentious, no-frills feel and good pints. One patron suggests a Guinness here before heading home, and one person mentions free open mic nights on certain Thursdays each month.
Address
The Drunken Poet, 65 Peel St, West Melbourne VIC 3003, Australia
At a glance
- Known for
- Irish pub atmosphere, Good pints, Guinness
The evidence
Every point below is paraphrased from a real public comment, ordered by how much the community engaged with it. Caveats and negatives are kept in — follow any link to read the original for yourself.
- Recommendsu/fatbunyip in r/melbourne · Jul 2024
Named in a list of suggested spots, with no further detail.
- Recommendsu/pretty_shabby in r/melbourne · Oct 2026
Points to its regular open mic nights as a spot for performers and listeners.
- Recommendsu/mr_sinn in r/melbourne · Mar 2025
Suggests a quick Guinness here on the way back, with wine in the gardens first.
- Recommendsu/diarreah-of-a-madman in r/melbourne · Nov 2023
Also rates the Drunken Poet as a good spot.
- Recommendsu/Harbinger_of_poo in r/melbourne · Dec 2025ambience
Says this North Melbourne pub has an authentic Irish pub atmosphere.
- Recommendsu/Belle_Bun_Mum in r/melbourne · Apr 2024
Recommends checking this venue out, without further detail.
- Recommendsu/Illustrious-Draw9423 in r/melbourne · Dec 2023ambience
Likes its unpretentious, no-frills feel and good pints.
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Details last checked 10 Nov 2026. Recommendations reflect what people said at the time; confirm current details before you go.