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Bridge Road Brewers Brunswick

137/141 Nicholson St, Brunswick East VIC 3057, Australia

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Find Bridge Road Brewers Brunswick

137/141 Nicholson St, Brunswick East VIC 3057, Australia

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HoursMonday: 12:00 – 9:00 PM Tuesday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM Wednesday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM Thursday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM Friday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 9:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Bridge Road Brewers Brunswick

Right on Nicholson Street, this cavernous brewhouse balances serious craft credentials with an easy neighborhood hangout. Thirty taps pour across two bars—often featuring eight rotating IPAs at a stretch. Hopheads steer straight toward custom four-pour paddles while fermentation tanks gleam in the background. From the kitchen: blistered pizzas, roast duck flatbreads, and a chicken parma with an exact cheese-to-ham ratio. Long benches seat sprawling groups, screens broadcast the match inside, and a front playground keeps kids occupied within sight of the outdoor tables.

  • 30-Tap Lineup: Features 30 unique craft taps across two distinct bars, pouring up to eight IPAs alongside custom four-beer paddles.
  • Proper Brewpub Eats: Open-kitchen fare spanning blistered wood-fired pizzas, hearty chicken parmas, and spiced vegetable share plates.
  • Family & Group Ready: Sprawling indoor-outdoor layout outfitted with live sports screens and an enclosed front playground for families.

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Why Choose Bridge Road Brewers Brunswick

Independent craft beers, wood-fired dining, and an easygoing brewhouse setting in Brunswick East. Book your table now.

  • Expansive Tap Lines and Tasting Paddles

    A massive tap rotation spanning 30 taps across two bars lets enthusiasts explore deep beer styles, including up to eight IPAs on tap served via four-glass tasting paddles.

    As IPA drinkers we were absolutely spoilt for choice with 8 on tap. So, we ordered two tasting paddles, 4 in each, to cover them all.

    Alex Dekiere
  • Elevated Brewhouse Dining and Pizza

    Freshly made pizzas, standout chicken parmas, and flavorful sharing plates provide a high-caliber food menu designed to pair naturally alongside the brewery's craft lineup.

    Definitely coming back again for more beer & pizza!!!

    Jo SB
  • Effortless Family and Group Gatherings

    An expansive, versatile layout with indoor tables, bar seating, and dedicated front playground equipment makes gatherings effortless for large groups and family outings alike.

    Quick service and suitable for family gatherings. They have small playgrounds in front for the kids.

    Tu N
  • Seamless Large-Party Celebrations

    Accommodating team service and flexible event capacity easily handle everything from 40-person pre-event mingling to organized milestone celebrations.

    Great service, great drinks, and the perfect spot to get everyone mingling before the event.

    Ellie Cooper
  • Pre-Show Drinks and Cinema Launchpad

    Convenient Nicholson Street transit connectivity and walking proximity to local cinemas make it an easy meeting spot for quick drinks, meze boards, and pre-show snacks.

    we came here for a quick drink and tapas before going to FOMO cinema, and I kind of wished we had stayed longer to eat more of the food.

    Amelia Cerra
  • Connected Brunswick East Neighborhood Base

    Accessible East Brunswick Village positioning right by the tram line provides straightforward neighborhood access whether visiting for lunch, dinner, or drinks.

    Public transport is very handy as are shops and cinemas.

    Graham Rodda

Other favorites

Unique house-crafted drinks, grazing platters, and desserts beyond core beers and pizzas.

  • Own Brewed Cola

    one of there own brewed colas, which was light and refreshing. Much better than the usual cola options.

    Axeman's Fishing Adventures
  • Mulled Ginger Beer

    Mulled ginger beer with some whiskey and a walnut pudding and it was amaaaaziiiiingg!

    Erridekka Skarlett
  • Walnut Pudding

    walnut pudding and it was amaaaaziiiiingg! I don't even usually like sweets

    Erridekka Skarlett
  • Meze Sharing Plate

    the Meze was absolutely beautiful and had some really unique antipasto, with caper berries, pickled mini onions and gherkins, Polish sausage, a home-made salami, French mustard, mini marinated fig, sauerkraut, and a beautifully toasted Turkish bread.

    Amelia Cerra

Beyond the menu

From tailored kitchen care to attentive floor service, reserve your table and settle into genuine Brunswick hospitality.

  • Open Kitchen Welcomes

    Chefs and kitchen crew take the time to warmly greet visitors moving through the venue, creating an approachable connection between the dining floor and the open kitchen.

  • Tailored Plate Accommodations

    Staff go out of their way to modify and adapt dishes to specific family tastes, ensuring every guest leaves completely happy with their meal.

  • Proactive Seating Choices

    Upon arrival, hosts proactively check whether your allocated table fits your group's preference and offer alternate dining zones if you prefer another vibe.

  • Custom Group Layouts

    For large group gatherings, the floor team configures and stages table settings ahead of time to match organizers' specific preferences.

Before you head over

Essential advice to make the most of your visit—book your table now to secure your spot.

  • Sample Broadly with Tasting Paddles

    With up to 30 taps and multiple IPAs pouring at once, overcome decision fatigue by ordering a four-beer tasting paddle or asking the bar staff for curated recommendations.

  • Pick Outdoor Seating for Families

    If visiting with little ones, aim for the front outdoor seating area positioned adjacent to the playground and walkway so children can play safely within view.

  • Order Seamlessly via QR Code

    Skip bar queues by ordering food and drinks via the tableside QR codes, and book in advance to secure your preferred zone among the booths, open kitchen views, or outdoor tables.

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