Camberwell Nightlife Guide 2026: Pubs, Bars and Where to Drink

Camberwell’s nightlife reflects its positioning as a prosperous eastern suburb: polished, reliable, and finished by 10pm. There is no cutting-edge bar scene here. What exists is a handful of quality venues aimed at a crowd that values consistency over novelty.

The Best Bars

East End Wine Bar – 309 Camberwell Road

Occupying a converted space in a heritage building, East End Wine Bar is the venue that makes exploring Camberwell after dark worthwhile. The wine list focuses on small-producer Victorian drops. The bar food is designed for grazing – cheese and charcuterie plates that pair thoughtfully with the wine selection. The outdoor courtyard is the highlight in summer. Regular wine tastings and producer visits attract a crowd that cares about what they are drinking.

Bar None – 260 Camberwell Road

Bar None has established itself as one of Camberwell’s more serious drinking establishments. Craft beer, a well-executed cocktail list, and whisky tastings that attract a knowledgeable crowd. The fit-out is minimalist but warm. The food menu is deliberately limited to bar snacks. This is the spot for the under-40 crowd.

The Pubs

Camberwell Hotel – 205 Camberwell Road

A fixture since 1867. The public bar is comfortable and unpretentious. The beer garden fills in summer with families and groups. The bistro does reliable pub classics – the parma ($24) and a pot of Carlton. Live music on weekends brings a different energy.

Getting Home

Camberwell station on the Lilydale, Belgrave, and Alamein lines is a short walk from most venues on Camberwell Road and Burke Road. Last trains run around midnight on weeknights, with Night Network services on Friday and Saturday nights. Tram 75 along Camberwell Road and tram 70 along Riversdale Road provide additional options. Uber and DiDi are readily available with 5-10 minute wait times in the evenings.

The Honest Take

Camberwell does not have nightlife in the way that Fitzroy or Collingwood do. It has a few good bars, a few solid pubs, and closing times. If you want a Friday night that extends past 11pm, catch the train to the CBD or head to Hawthorn for Glenferrie Road. If you want a quiet wine and a cheese board with someone you like, Camberwell handles that well.

Nearby nightlife: Hawthorn has a livelier pub strip. Richmond has a completely different energy with its mix of pubs, bars, and live music.

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Data sourced from Google Places, OpenStreetMap, and ABS Census. Compiled April 2026. Found an error? Contact us.