Montmorency’s nightlife spots scene is working-class, authentic, community-focused — and the nightlife spots 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 $10-12, cocktail $15-20. Happy hour (usually 5-7pm) knocks $3-5 off at most places.
Our Top Picks
1. The High Commons — 164 Young Crescent
Hours: Tue-Sun 4pm-12am Vibe: Moody, dim-lit, excellent playlist Drinks: $15-20
The venue the suburb rallies around. The High Commons gets the fundamentals right — good drinks, comfortable room, staff who know the menu. The wine 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 ($15-20). When to go: Any weeknight for a quiet drink.
2. The Little Table — 35 East Grove
Hours: Wed-Sun 5pm-12am Vibe: Open-air, fairy lights, garden seats
The quiet achiever. The Little Table 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. The parma is legitimately one of the best in the area.
Best night: Friday DJs from 9pm.
3. The Common Kitchen — 193 Rowan Road
Hours: Tue-Sun 4pm-11pm Vibe: Big, loud, dancing on weekends Drinks: $15-20
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 The High Commons — 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 ($15-20). Pro tip: The back corner booth is the best seat.
4. Lucky Standard — 323 Young Crescent
Hours: Wed-Sun 5pm-11pm Vibe: Neighbourhood corner pub, proper and unpretentious Drinks: $15-20
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 — craft beers on rotation with consistent quality. It’s the kind of place where you come for one beer and stay for dinner because you smell the kitchen.
Best combo: The burger with their house lager — simple and perfect. When to come: Thursday for the midweek special.
5. Marco Kitchen — 265 Rowan Road
Hours: Wed-Sun 5pm-1am Vibe: Hidden garden bar behind a bookshelf door Drinks: $15-20
The vibe pick. Not the best drinks on this list, but the rooftop view 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 designed around the aesthetic — photogenic serves that actually taste good. Food is limited to a small snack menu — olives, cheese, bread but you’re not here for the food.
Best for: A nightcap after dinner somewhere nearby.
Comparison
| Venue | Best For | Drink Price | Kitchen | Live Music |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The High Commons | Overall best | $15-20 | Yes | Weekends |
| The Little Table | Quiet drink | $15-20 | Yes | Sun sessions |
| The Common Kitchen | New & trendy | $15-20 | Snacks only | No |
| Lucky Standard | Food + drinks | $15-20 | Full menu | No |
| Marco Kitchen | Atmosphere | $15-20 | Limited | DJs Sat |
Practical Info
Happy hour: Most places run 5-7pm weekdays. The High Commons does $8 house lagers and $15 cocktails during happy hour.
Getting there: Public transport options in Montmorency. 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. Marco Kitchen 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
- Melbourne CBD Nightlife
- Montmorency Restaurants — eat before or after
- Montmorency Things to Do
- All Montmorency Guides
Last updated: March 2026
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