Great bars across Melbourne’s eastern suburbs to grab your next cocktail fix
Whether it’s locally-made rum in Belgrave or mulled wine in Box Hill, there’s a drink to satisfy every palate across Melbourne’s eastern suburbs. Here's our growing list of bars to check out.
Matthew Sims
May 05, 2025
The eastern suburbs are flooded with pubs, bars and places to eat. Here at the Eastern Melburnian we know everyone’s got an opinion about the best bar near them. So we’ll add to this list regularly as we get more and more intel.
The Ten Saints, Croydon
We received plenty of suggestions to shout out The Ten Saints in Croydon, with one comment saying they were “the bar in the east by a mile”.
Sip on one of their iconic $22 cocktails or get an Uber Eats or BYO food directly to your table.
Where: 164 Main Street, Croydon
Opening hours: Closed Monday to Wednesday, open 4pm to 9.30pm on Thursdays and Sundays and 4pm to late on Fridays and Saturdays
Bar Nearby, Box Hill
Bar Nearby is quickly growing into a popular place for Box Hill locals to relax with a cocktail or a glass of wine. Ella and James are the friendly couple behind the new bar just down the road from Box Hill train station.
They will be launching their weekly quiz night on Wednesday (May 7), with champagne cocktails on Mother’s Day. Or check out their new mulled wine as the weather cools.
Where: 1115-1117 Whitehorse Road, Box Hill
Opening hours: Closed Mondays and Tuesdays, open 4pm to 11pm on Wednesdays and Thursdays, 2pm to 11pm on Fridays and Saturdays and 2pm to 8pm on Sundays
Una Una, Box Hill
Una Una transforms from a sandwich shop in the daytime to a cocktail bar in the night, featuring Happy Hour from 5pm to 6pm knocking 20 percent off cocktails and sharing plates.
Where: G2/712 Station Street, Box Hill
Opening hours: Closed Wednesdays, open 8am to 4pm on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8am to 9pm on Fridays, 9am to 9pm on Saturdays and 9am to 4pm on Sundays
Killik Handcrafted Rum, Belgrave
Killik Handcrafted Rum has made a name for itself in the Hills as not just a place to check out Killik’s newest rum creations but a place to catch up with friends in a relaxed atmosphere.
Grab a rum tasting paddle for $18 or check out their wide range of rum and gin-centric cocktails.
Where: 64 Monbulk Road, Belgrave
Opening hours: Closed Mondays and Tuesdays, open 5pm to 10pm Wednesday to Friday, noon to 10pm on Saturdays and 12.30pm to 10pm on Sundays
Relatively new on the Lilydale scene, Radio Social Club has cocktails for $23 or non-alcoholic cocktails for $18.
There is a four-page drinks menu to pore over.
Where: 3 Castella Street, Lilydale
Opening hours: Closed Mondays to Wednesdays, open 4pm to 9pm on Thursdays and Sundays and 4pm to 11pm on Fridays and Saturdays
Altus Rooftop Bar and Lounge, Chadstone
Overlooking Dandenong Road, Altus has great views and a wide range of wines, cheeses and cocktails.
Cocktails at $25 include the Coastal Martini with Cape Grim Tasmanian vodka and Regal Rogue Vermouth, and the Fleur La Mode with Belvedere Vodka, Fino sherry, lemon juice, raspberry puree and house-made jasmine and rose water.
Where: Level 12, Hotel Chadstone, 1341 Dandenong Rd, Chadstone
Opening hours: Open 4pm to 10.30pm on Mondays to Wednesdays and Sundays and 4pm to 11pm Thursdays to Saturdays
McAdams Wine Bar, Croydon Hills
McAdams Wine Bar is an intimate space for a function, or a casual spot for your next Friday night.
Mothers keen to get together for a wine and a chat are encouraged to come on down this Friday May 9, with local acoustic trio Lemonhand performing from 8pm to 11pm.
Where: 48 McAdam Square, Croydon
Opening hours: Closed Sundays to Wednesdays, open 6pm to 11pm on Thursdays and 6pm to 1am on Fridays and Saturdays
Tiny Bear Distillery, Knoxfield
Mixing gin and cheese is the name of the game at Tiny Bear Distillery, which has tastings where you can learn about the stories behind the products.
You can also book to take part in the next Masterclass and learn about the art of making a good gin.
Where: 7/10 Henderson Road, Knoxfield
Opening hours: Closed Sundays to Thursdays, open noon to 5.30pm on Fridays and 11am to 5pm on Saturdays
The Orchard Bar and Grill, Ringwood
Located in Rydges Ringwood, The Orchard features high-end dining alongside tasty and cheap drinks.
Grab cocktails from $16, including the Bloody Spritz - including Four Pillars Bloody Shiraz Gin, passionfruit syrup, lime juice and sparkling wine. Non-alcoholic drinks start at $13.
Where: 98 Maroondah Highway, Ringwood
Opening hours: Closed Mondays, Tuesdays and Sundays, open 4.30pm to 9pm on Wednesdays and Thursdays and 1pm to 10pm on Fridays and Saturdays
