Kingsville’s cocktail bars scene is creative, walkable, authentic — and the cocktail bars reflect it. Whether you want a quiet midweek drink or a full Friday night, there are options that don’t require leaving the suburb.
Standard prices: pint $12-14, cocktail $19-25. Happy hour (usually 5-7pm) knocks $3-5 off at most places.
Our Top Picks
1. Wide Larder — 108 Glenferrie Street
Hours: Tue-Sun 5pm-11pm Vibe: Rooftop terrace, sunset views Drinks: $19-25
The cocktail bar the suburb rallies around. Wide Larder gets the fundamentals right — good drinks, comfortable room, staff who know the menu. The tap list rotates monthly, which keeps regulars from getting bored. The upstairs level is the best spot — less crowded, better acoustics.
Drink this: The house lager on tap ($19-25). When to go: Friday after 7pm for live music.
2. Humble House — 8 Glenferrie Street
Hours: Tue-Sun 4pm-1am Vibe: Open-air, fairy lights, garden seats
The quiet achiever. Humble House doesn’t have a PR budget or an Instagram strategy — it has regulars who come three times a week. The snack menu is the draw. Their natural wine selection is surprisingly deep.
Best night: Saturday arvo in the beer garden.
3. Tall Commons — 140 Elizabeth Road
Hours: Wed-Sun 5pm-1am Vibe: Cozy wine den, candlelit Drinks: $19-25
Opened in 2025 and immediately became a regular spot for the under-35 crowd. The spirits selection includes hard-to-find local gins. The space is tighter than Wide Larder — maybe 50 people before it feels packed — but that’s part of the appeal.
What makes it work is the attention to detail. The glassware is considered, the ice is proper, and the bartenders actually taste what they make before serving. The natural wine section is surprisingly deep for a bar this size. If you hit capacity, put your name down and walk around the block — turnover is quick.
Drink this: Whatever the bartender recommends ($19-25). Pro tip: The back corner booth is the best seat.
4. Hazel’s — 243 Thomas Street
Hours: Wed-Sun 5pm-12am Vibe: Modern gastropub with craft focus Drinks: $19-25
The one for when you want food with your drinks. The kitchen runs until 10:30pm and the burgers are genuinely good, not bar-food-as-afterthought. The charcuterie board feeds three.
The drinks list complements the food — local pale ales and lagers that pair with the menu. It’s the kind of place where you come for one beer and stay for dinner because you smell the kitchen.
Best combo: Share plates for two plus a bottle of wine, under $90. When to come: Thursday for the midweek special.
5. The Golden Larder — 181 Elizabeth Road
Hours: Wed-Sun 4pm-11pm Vibe: Rooftop terrace with city views Drinks: $19-25
The vibe pick. Not the best drinks on this list, but the candlelit basement creates an atmosphere the others can’t match. It’s the place to bring someone you’re trying to impress, or to photograph, or both.
The drinks list is classic cocktails executed cleanly, no gimmicks. Food is limited to bar snacks and a single dessert option but you’re not here for the food.
Best for: First dates, anniversary drinks, or impressing out-of-town visitors.
Comparison
| Venue | Best For | Drink Price | Kitchen | Live Music |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wide Larder | Overall best | $19-25 | Yes | Weekends |
| Humble House | Quiet drink | $19-25 | Yes | Occasionally |
| Tall Commons | New & trendy | $19-25 | Snacks only | No |
| Hazel’s | Food + drinks | $19-25 | Full menu | Yes |
| The Golden Larder | Atmosphere | $19-25 | Limited | DJs Sat |
Practical Info
Happy hour: Most places run 5-7pm weekdays. Wide Larder does $8 house lagers and $15 cocktails during happy hour.
Getting there: Public transport options in Kingsville. Don’t drive on Friday/Saturday nights — parking is scarce after 6pm.
Dress code: None of these are bottle-service-and-bouncers. Clean casual everywhere. The Golden Larder skews slightly smarter but won’t turn away anyone in jeans.
Age check: All venues are 18+. Bring ID if you look under 25 — they will ask.
Nearby
- Footscray Cocktail Bars
- Kingsville Restaurants — eat before or after
- Kingsville Things to Do
- All Kingsville Guides
Last updated: March 2026
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