With a name like 'The Maori Chief' it is pretty obvious that this is going to be a New Zealand…read morethemed pub, and while I mean no offence to our cousins across the ditch, I sometimes wonder how one can theme a pub New Zealand. Well, I guess I found out upon visiting this pub because it has rugby, rugby, and well, rugby (and did I mention the rugby). Well, that is not necessarily New Zealand because our friends in Sydney and Brisbane sure do like their rugby, it is just that New Zealand is so much better than us. They do have a range of craft beers on tap (but nothing distinctly New Zealandish) and their food is not badly priced either. What I did like was how they brought some finger food around to each of us when I was there (though that is probably only a Friday night thing). They do have a rooftop bar, but that was closed for a function.

You guessed it. If there is ever a game of rugby on you can rely on this place playing it on the…read morebig screen. As such it is frequented by a lot of Kiwis and the occasional stray rugby lover from Queensland or New South Wales. So if you are looking for a quiet drink in a pub, make sure you check whether or not the All Blacks are playing that night, because if they are this place will be packed. If you are looking to watch any rugby and the All Blacks are playing then be prepared to have to hustle your way to a view of a screen or book a table well in advance. However, this is what makes this place the perfect place to watch any said rugby. If there is a game on, the vibe in the Maori Chief definitely surpasses most places in Melbourne to watch the game. Enough of the rugby. The Maori Chief is a nice pub regardless of any sport involved. The menu is decent and it has a nice - if small - rooftop deck with views of the city. The only problem I have with the Maori Chief is the fact that I always seem to get lost looking for it. Something about the street that it is on doesn't align right in my mind in comparison to the city. But that is probably just me.

If you're going for rooftop views, you're going to be grossly disappointed with cbd views blocked…read moreby graffiti-covered buildings and tall greens. If you're going to groove and dance to tunes, also probably not the best place as the party seems to be happening all around the emerald peacock with loud tunes radiating into the bar.  But if you're going for a cosy venue for small to mid-sized groups with great fresh pizza (their margherita ( carameilized onion anyone) is delicious, hawaiian comes in second, and then the Hipster with artichoke and pumpkin) and delicious cocktails (get the Mr. G - a green pina colada with a minty refreshing twist), then you're in the right place.  We were a group of 20-25 with lots of seating, both indoors and outdoors, great quick food and drinks service and it didn't feel crowded at all. We could still hear each other despite the number of people.  It's located on a street with lots of restaurants and is easy to walk past (but look out for the peacock art on the inside walls - Not an emerald peacock sadly).

I remember sitting on the rooftop bar looking down onto what looked like another bar with a heaps…read morecool rooftop bar (not that the rooftop bar isn't bad, but since I love rooftop bars I was wanting to locate this place). Actually it took me quite a while, and a lot of trial and error, to actually get to this place, but I finally did - through a rather non-descript door on Lonsdale street. In fact this place is more than just a really cool rooftop bar because the first floor (they don't have a ground floor - you have to go up a flight to stairs to get to the place) is full of nooks and crannies where you can hide away from the crowds with your friends. However it is the rooftop that really attracts me to this place. Oh, I should also mention that the staff are pretty cool, and they even have table service. I should come here more often.

I can't really say that I was all that impressed with thing pub, but then again I didn't…read morenecessarily hate it. In fact, as a pub it wasn't too bad, and they do have a decent selection of beers here as well. Actually, I've been here a couple of times, though I don't necessarily always find myself down Port Melbourne way. However, as a pub, this place really wasn't all that bad, but still, it wasn't the greatest either.

This place is always happening. Its corner location (Rouse & Bay) houses many locals Monday -…read moreWednesday then plays hosts to many functions, bucks & hens night, birthday's over the weekend drawing in crowds from all over Melbourne. The vibe is sophisticated, modern while still maintaining that local pub vibe with welcoming staff which are generally fun and inviting amongst the rowdy atmosphere. If you get the opportunity to eat in the dinning room you wont be disappointed... Updated seasonally, The menu showcases a modern Australian twist with chef's selections. The menu utilises the best local produce and contains an appetising list of grazing plates for sharing, along with an agreeable portion of pub classics.

I've visited this pub twice now. My friend, a running enthusiast, and her group use this place as…read morethe go-to spot for pre and post running gatherings. It's your typical pub setup, but don't let the exterior fool you; the room is much more spacious than it appears, easily accommodating 100 people. They boast an impressive array of beer on tap-- at least 10, or maybe more (I lost count). I was particularly thrilled to find my recent favorite, 'Wood & Stone.' On the culinary front, I tried their 'Chicken Kiev,' and it was a feast for the senses. Picture fried chicken with mashed potatoes and a corn cob. Every bite was a mystery of addictively delicious flavors, with crispy yet non-oily chicken, a seasoned breading, and flavorful mashed potatoes--perhaps with added stock. The staff deserves a shout-out--attentive, prompt, and friendly. Despite being a bit off the CBD path I usually tread, discovering a gem like this pub is a delight. This place is definitely a keeper!

Absolutely recommended to locals and visitors...AWESOME atmosphere, great staff and excellent food…read more- ABSOLUTELY 5 STARS

Well, it would be unfair to call this a pokies pub, particularly since they also happen to have a…read morerestaurant, but honestly, I really don't like the place. I guess, when compared to all the other places along Brunswick street, this place simply doesn't compare one bit. In a way, it feels as if it really would be more suited to being in the outer suburbs as opposed to being here on Sydney Road, but then again I guess that the people that would frequent a place like this would need a place that aren't swarmed with the young and the hip, and blasting out live music. Oh, and don't expect a decent selection of tap beers either, there aren't any.

My friends and I decided to pay our respects to Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh, so we…read moretravelled to The Duke of Edinburgh Hotel in Brunswick for lunch. Great atmosphere and welcoming friendly staff... Typically I decided to have the Classic Chicken Parmigiana, highly recommend, and my friend had the Mexican Parmigiana, has jalapenos, also highly recommend. Reasonably priced, and I would recommend asking about accommodating children. If you knew me, I've had parmigiana at more than a few venues in Melbourne, Australia, the Classic Chicken Parmigiana lived up to the others I've had, the chicken was perfectly cooked. The venue I recommend to locals and tourists alike - FIVE STARS

I have been to this pub a few times, but honestly, it really isn't one of my favourite places. Then…read moreagain that does have something to do with it being a pub that I visited for a meal, and I am not really a big fan of meals at pubs, at least in Victoria. Still, the pub itself is okay, even though it really isn't a true inner city pub, rather more one of those more suburban style pubs. Yet, in a way it was nice, and the service somewhat friendly.

I went to the end of the 96 tram line just to see how people commute out to the burbs. Stopped at…read morethis local bar for a steak sandwich and chips. Good sandwich with local clientele atmosphere.

This is a rather new bar that we discovered as we decided to start exploring Docklands. Well, I…read morestill don't think there is all that much here, but this bar certainly does add some more character to the place. In fact I found it rather nice, and the staff were quite friendly as well. Oh, and they also had some nice beers on tap. The other thing, well, the location was pretty good, looking over the refurbished docks.

Perfectly cooked charcoaled rib eye steaks with helpful and friendly staff. Great location with a…read morekiller view day or night.

I simply love this pub, even if it is only for the beers. Well, not quite because I have given a…read morelot of pubs much lower ratings that have had much better selection of beers on tap. No, I'll say this place is awesome because of the atmosphere, or more specifically, the interior decoration. Any pub that goes the Sistine chapel on the roof is a pub that I'm going to love. Yeah, paintings on the cealing of the main bar - awesome. That certainly takes some effort, though probably not Micheangelo levels of effort, considering when we live. Okay, no beer garden, but I guess I can't have everything, though they do have seating out the front.

The Doutta Galla was sold to me as Flemington's 'good' pub. While it is certainly popular,…read moreattracting a young crowd up for a good time, there is nothing particularly great about this venue. It's on Racecourse Road right near Newmarket station, so it's easily accessed by locals and visitors alike. Sitting outside is not the most relaxing experience, with constant traffic, trams and the occasional beggar asking for spare change, although it beats the dark interior. But the real reason I'm not a fan of the Doutta was the service - I had the chicken burger, and while they were quick to charge me an extra dollar to swap the side of chips for a salad, they forgot to deliver on this and I had to send it back. Also on the wine list, they just had the grape and the brand, which is not very useful if you're not familiar with the brand, so I had to ask which region the bottles were from. The staff were clueless and had to pull each bottle from the fridge to check. The food was fine, but I get the feeling the Doutta is more about striving to be a nightclub than a local pub.