The Drunken Poet
65 Peel Street, West Melbourne Tel. 9348 9797Search for more pubs, bars and nightclubs
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Venue type: Bar
Review: Simon Woodhouse
Popular little Irish pub run by a diminutive switched-on Irish lass that just knows how to keep the craic flowing. Where other North Melbourne pubs tend to falter later on in the night at weekends, the Drunken Poet is just warming up. The 1am closing time here is heartbreaking.
Easily a key venue in the North Melbourne scene.
Easily a key venue in the North Melbourne scene.
Live Music Venue
There's live music in the early evening towards the end of the week.
Readers' Reviews
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.
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.
Kelly, Melbourne, 02/07
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.
Mary, Melbourne, 03/07
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.
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.
Bridget, St Kilda, 04/07