Restaurant
Bar Open
317 Brunswick St, Fitzroy VIC 3065, Australia
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317 Brunswick St, Fitzroy VIC 3065, Australia
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Melbourne gig-goers lean on this Brunswick Street fixture for unvarnished live sets and cold beer—no polish required. Upstairs, the bandroom fills for local bills and drag shows. Downstairs stays loose with thrift-shop couches, a rear beer garden, and bartenders mixing tart Basil Brush cocktails while taping broken shoe heels mid-shift. Sundays bring free jazz to the front room.
- Upstairs bandroom gigs: A dedicated stage hosting live band sets, touring acts, and drag performances.
- Rear beer garden: An open-air courtyard out back offering breathing room away from the front bar.
- Unticketed front-bar music: Free live jazz and drop-in sets in the front room on select weeknights and Sundays.
- Grounded bar service: Bartenders pour balanced drinks like the Basil Brush cocktail alongside a dependable tap list.
What's On at Bar Open
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
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Why Fitzroy Locals and Gig-Goers Choose Bar Open
From headline gigs in the bandroom to casual drinks in the beer garden, secure your table and experience Fitzroy's authentic live music institution.
Intimate Upstairs Bandroom
The dedicated upstairs stage delivers crisp sound production and an up-close perspective for live music gigs.
small intimate venu with a great sound system and sound tech
Jon Versatile Performance Stage
The second-floor performance space comfortably hosts a dynamic mix of live bands, creative acts, and drag performances.
Came here for a drag show upstairs, and that space is amazing
Mp Open-Air Backyard Beer Garden
A relaxed outdoor courtyard provides an open-air sanctuary away from Brunswick Street to grab drinks with mates.
Cool little beer garden
Scott mcrobert Attentive Hospitality for Group Hangouts
Attentive bartenders craft balanced cocktails and maintain an unpretentious, friendly atmosphere for social groups.
Was here with a group of friends tonight, bartenders went out of their way to make us some scrumptious drinks
Forever Meadow Reviews Free Front-Bar Evening Sessions
Un-ticketed regular performances bring live music straight to patrons relaxing in the front bar on key evenings.
Thu and Sunday evenings at 6:30 pm free shows in the front bar are always great!
Julian Silverman Spontaneous Drop-In Rhythm
Whether popping by for afternoon records or casual drinks, the venue welcomes unscheduled visits with live sounds.
It’s always been a classic for drop-in music and beer.
A R
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of live music setups and spaces does the venue have?
Bar Open features multiple spaces across levels, including a dedicated upstairs bandroom for ticketed gigs and events, as well as free live music sessions in the downstairs front bar on select evenings.
Is there an outdoor beer garden or courtyard?
Yes, the bar includes an outdoor beer garden and courtyard space at the back alongside its indoor bar areas.
What drink options are available, and is food served?
Bar Open serves beer, wine, and mixed cocktails across its bars, though patrons note that drink prices lean towards standard bar pricing and food options are generally absent.
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