The Drunken Poet

As authentic and comfy as they come, the Drunken Poet is a no-bull Irish pub with great Guinness on tap, along with a variety of other tap beers including Kilkenny, a range of bottle beers, a good wine list, and all the usual (and some not-so-usual) spirits. There's always something entertaining going on, whether it be quiz nights, DJs, live acts, the traditional Irish music session every other Sunday afternoon, or your own choice of tunes from the jukebox.

The drinks are inexpensive, and Siobhan, the Irish girl behind the bar, is quick to learn your name. There's a real community feel about the Poet and it's not unusual to pop in for a quick beer and find yourself three beers later deep in conversation with a group of regulars at the bar. The pub attracts a fairly large crowd of regulars, both Irish and locals, who come in to relax, recharge, socialise, drink and be merry in a thoroughly Irish, thoroughly unpretentious atmosphere.

Great little Irish pub, in a traditional Irish Pub style.. ie no copper kettles and dusty books on the shelves. No TVs. A pub that encourages the art of converstion, Staff very friendly and efficient, proper Irish Trad sessions held on a sunday/Locals are friendly and relaxed - great o'place to catch up with friends and have a conversation without the music forcing you to scream at each other.

The best Irish pub you ll find in Melbourne. Once inside you think you re in a country pub in Ireland. And the best bit it's no TV to distract so everybody just chats to each other. Within 10mins you re having a great chat with the other customers.

Siobhan has the best menu toasted sandwiches, Tayto's, Snacks & Chipsticks all of which can be washed down with a refreshing bottle of Magners. The Magners is the best priced in Melbourne ($8) a better value drop you won't find

The after work session on a Friday is a legend in itself. All her tap beer is $5 pint (5-7pm) and she has some great musicians who come in a play.