Mate's Table
Subscribe
Create
Share with the community

What would you like to make?

Add a recommendationShare a place worth gathering around.Create a guideBuild a useful list for your city.
For business

Restaurant

Hofbräuhaus Melbourne

18-28 Market Ln, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

Recommended by 54 people

Updated

Find Hofbräuhaus Melbourne

18-28 Market Ln, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

Directions ↗
+61 3 4832 2205
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM Wednesday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM Thursday: 12:00 PM – 1:00 AM Friday: 12:00 PM – 1:00 AM Saturday: 12:00 PM – 1:00 AM Sunday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

Book Now

About Hofbräuhaus Melbourne

Tucked into Market Lane, this hall nails rowdy Bavarian energy with heavy steins, live folk music, and massive communal tables. Regulars lean into the noise—expect weekend crowd dancing and birthday callouts backed by an accordion. The kitchen turns out serious volume: crackling pork knuckles, wide plates of crisp schnitzel, and loaded sausage platters paired with sharp sauerkraut and mash. The taps run deep with imports, pouring everything from cloudy wheat beers to rich Dunkel.

  • Hearty Bavarian platters: Oversized plates of crispy pork knuckle, schnitzels, and multi-sausage boards served with traditional mash and sauerkraut.
  • German tap lineup: An authentic lineup of German draft beers, including Maisel’s Weisse, Dunkel, and curated guest taps poured in steins.
  • Lively communal hall: Live weekend folk bands roaming table to table with interactive singalongs, guest dancing, and birthday toasts.
RestaurantGermanRestaurantBar

What's On at Hofbräuhaus Melbourne

Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.

No events or specials listed right now.

Why Diners Choose Hofbräuhaus Melbourne

Discover what makes Hofbräuhaus Melbourne a destination for Bavarian dining, imported beers, and spirited celebration.

  • Generous Portions of Traditional German Comfort Staples

    Enjoy substantial Bavarian platters featuring sausages paired with creamy mash and sauerkraut, crispy roasted pork knuckles, and oversized schnitzels.

    The sausages were cooked perfectly and paired beautifully with a range of delicious sauces.

    Brett Vaughan

  • Curated German Drafts and Tasting Flights

    Sample traditional German draft beers across styles like wheat beers, Dunkel, and seasonal brews, supported by informed staff recommendations.

    The host took the time to explain both options clearly, which added to the overall experience and showed real knowledge and care.

    Brett Vaughan

  • Interactive Live Bavarian Music and Entertainment

    Weekends feature live German music and performers who interact with tables, announce birthdays, and invite guests into group dancing.

    Later, one of the staff with a microphone again hopped from table to table to invite some guests to the front for some sort of group dance to the live music.

    Hyesung Gu

  • Authentic Munich-Style Beer Hall Atmosphere

    The venue captures authentic German beer hall revelry with long tables, high spirits, and a genuine communal beer hall vibe.

    genuine Bavarian beer hall vibe that made the whole experience feel like you where in Germany

    Matthew Sharlassian

  • Welcoming Communal Space for Milestone Celebrations

    Large sharing platters, upbeat entertainment, and spacious seating make the beer hall well suited for birthdays and celebratory gatherings.

    The Live Band added some extra entertainment for the night and it was lovely that they recognized all the Birthdays being celebrated!

    Dianne Nel

  • Spirited Dining for Friends and Family Gatherings

    The energetic, easygoing environment welcomes groups of friends and multi-generational family parties dining together.

    It was the perfect place for mother's day dinner, and the kids had an absolute blast with the music and lively atmosphere.

    Matthew Sharlassian

Iconic Bavarian comfort classics and generous sharing plates

  • Schnitzel

    The schnitzel was massive, perfectly crispy and cooked spot on

    Italianstallion69

  • Pork Knuckle

    the pork knuckles are a must-order

    Foodie Luwee

  • Sausage Platter

    We ordered the sausage platter which was very well priced and delivered outstanding flavour across the board.

    Brett Vaughan

  • Roasted Pork Belly

    Roasted pork belly is must-try. The crispy skin, the tender meat with Dunkel Bier sauce (savory and sweet).

    Le Phuong Linh Tran

Other favorites

Authentic sides, accompaniments, and specialty drinks

  • Sauerkraut

    the sauerkraut was genuinely one of the highlights of the meal.

    Brett Vaughan

  • Pretzel

    I was stuffed from the yummy pretzel and schnitzel!

    Dianne Nel

  • Spätzle

    Both were yummy and truly hearty portions!

    Jody Cardo

  • Apple Crumble Cocktail

    Amazing apple crumble cocktail.

    Skish

Beyond the menu

Memorable hospitality gestures and festive traditions that elevate Bavarian dining

  • Interactive Birthday Recognition

    Musicians and staff make rounds across the hall specifically asking if anyone is celebrating a birthday and dedicating announcements to them during the performance.

  • Communal Dance Invites

    Staff members with a microphone move from table to table, encouraging guests to join in traditional communal dances at the front of the hall.

  • Guided Draft Tap Walkthroughs

    Hosts and floor staff take dedicated time at table to walk through the flavor profiles of rotating guest taps and style choices.

  • Attentive Eye-Level Table Consultations

    Floor staff kneel down to eye level at tables to share tailored recommendations and clarify portion sizes.

Before you head over

Practical tips on bookings, portion sharing, and live music timing for your visit

  • Book Ahead and Mind Seating Limits

    The beer hall fills up rapidly on weekends and peak evenings, often with strict dining time limits before 8:00 PM. Book in advance or reserve a slot after 8:00 PM if you want an open-ended celebration without seating turnaround limits.

  • Plan to Share Massive Platters

    Portions of schnitzels, whole pork knuckles, and sausage platters are massive. Unless you have a huge appetite, plan to share platters between two or three diners, or check with staff before over-ordering so you still have room for dessert.

  • Time Your Visit for Band Energy or Quiet

    Live German band performances kick off from around 6:30 PM on weekends, bringing high-energy communal dancing, birthday shout-outs, and festive volume. If you prefer a quieter meal, visit during lunch, early evening, or weekdays.

Explore more places in Melbourne

Find familiar flavours, neighbourhood favourites and somewhere new in Melbourne.

Discover more in Melbourne

Explore another side of the city's food and drink.

Browse all Melbourne venues