Best Pubs in Pascoe Vale South — 2026 Guide

Pascoe Vale South’s pubs scene is down-to-earth, multicultural, accessible — and the pubs 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 $11-13, cocktail $17-23. Happy hour (usually 5-7pm) knocks $3-5 off at most places.

Our Top Picks

1. The Sunny Local — 241 Murray Terrace

Hours: Tue-Sun 5pm-11pm Vibe: Warm, busy, neighbourhood local Drinks: $11-13

The pub the suburb rallies around. The Sunny Local 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 front bar is the best spot — less crowded, better acoustics.

Drink this: A glass of the house red ($11-13). When to go: Friday after 7pm for live music.

2. Mabel’s — 67 Elm Avenue

Hours: Wed-Sun 5pm-late Vibe: Wine-focused, small plates

The quiet achiever. Mabel’s doesn’t have a PR budget or an Instagram strategy — it has regulars who come three times a week. The wine list is the draw. The cheese board pairs perfectly with their wine by the glass.

Best night: Sunday sessions with live jazz.

3. Oliver Pantry — 260 Murray Terrace

Hours: Wed-Sun 5pm-late Vibe: Small, intimate, conversation-volume Drinks: $11-13

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 Sunny Local — 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 non-alcoholic cocktail list is genuinely creative, not an afterthought. If you hit capacity, put your name down and walk around the block — turnover is quick.

Drink this: The house old fashioned ($11-13). Pro tip: Arrive before 7pm on Friday to avoid the wait.

4. Lucky Cellar — 40 Elm Avenue

Hours: Wed-Sun 5pm-11pm Vibe: Pub grub elevated, beer garden out back Drinks: $11-13

The one for when you want food with your drinks. The kitchen runs until 10pm and the share plates are genuinely good, not bar-food-as-afterthought. The steak sandwich is the sleeper hit.

The drinks list complements the food — an approachable wine list that doesn’t take itself too seriously. 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. The Humble Depot — 9 Elm Avenue

Hours: Wed-Sun 5pm-12am Vibe: Rooftop terrace with city views Drinks: $11-13

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 a small snack menu — olives, cheese, bread but you’re not here for the food.

Best for: A nightcap after dinner somewhere nearby.

Comparison

Practical Info

Happy hour: Most places run 5-7pm weekdays. The Sunny Local does $8 house lagers and $15 cocktails during happy hour.

Getting there: Public transport options in Pascoe Vale South. 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 Humble Depot 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

• Preston Pubs
• Pascoe Vale South Restaurants — eat before or after
• Pascoe Vale South Things to Do
• All Pascoe Vale South Guides

Last updated: March 2026

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