Restaurant
Springrock Public Bar
87 Bourke St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
Find Springrock Public Bar
87 Bourke St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
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Book NowAbout Springrock Public Bar
Perched above Bourke Street, this unpretentious Melbourne CBD pub delivers generous counter meals, cold beers, and genuine hospitality. Find the stair entrance and head up into a spacious, light-filled first-floor room wrapped around a central bar. Office crowds arrive in force past 5 PM for $10 happy hour pints, while midafternoon offers a slower pace and easy pick of the tables. The kitchen turns out serious tavern staples alongside Fancy Hanks snacks—from crisp chicken parmas and pulled pork party pies to smokey garlic bread and scotch fillet. Weeknights bring structured value, including a standout $25 steak night on Tuesdays. Patrons heading upstairs can easily transition to Good Heavens rooftop bar, or linger downstairs on weekends when live jazz sets the tone.
- Elite Pub Grub: Serves crisp chicken parmas, scotch fillet, and a condensed menu of Fancy Hanks barbecue bites.
- Weekday Specials & Happy Hour: Pours $10 pints until 6 PM on weekdays alongside structured specials like $25 Tuesday steak night.
- Rooftop Connection & Live Jazz: Positioned directly beneath the Good Heavens rooftop with live jazz sets on Friday and Saturday nights.
What's On at Springrock Public Bar
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
No events or specials listed right now.
Key Advantages of Springrock Public Bar
Why diners choose Springrock Public Bar for after-work drinks, hearty dinners, and group celebrations in Melbourne CBD.
Reliable Weekday Food Specials & Happy Hour
Springrock delivers generous weekday food specials including Tuesday $25 steak night, Wednesday $20 parma night, and Thursday burger deals alongside weekday happy hour pricing.
Their daily specials from Monday to Thursday and a generous weekday happy hour make it a great spot to unwind after work.
Ed Wong Hearty, Well-Executed Pub Fare
The kitchen produces high-quality pub classics with generous portion sizes, from crispy chicken parmas to perfectly cooked 300g striploins.
The 300gm striploin was perfectly cooked, and the red wine jus and chips were incredible too.
Lewkas Warm, Attentive Hospitality
The front-of-house team creates a warm, hospitable environment where guests feel cared for like regulars from the moment they arrive.
He made us feel welcome the moment we stepped in the door.
Sammi Masters Comforting, Home-Like Atmosphere
Cosy booth arrangements and genuine floor care provide a comforting, home-like pub setting that suits milestone dinners and casual get-togethers alike.
We feel like we are at a family dining table as the service was amazing
MJ D Accommodating Group & Event Dining
The spacious first-floor layout effortlessly accommodates large group tables, milestone family events, and celebratory team lunches.
We were a group of 15, and the staff was so accommodating to our group.
PD Seamless Rooftop Social Transit
Situated directly beneath Good Heavens rooftop, guests can easily pair meals, craft drinks, or weekend live jazz with rooftop drinks.
We went upstairs to good heavens for a cocktail after lunch and it was just such a great day!
Felicity Donovan
Most popular items
Pub classics and signature weekly specials
Steak
The steak was perfectly cooked and a very generous size, came with chips, and the red wine jus was delicious.
Julia Ellul Chicken Parma
Pictured is also the chicken Parma (which is $20 on a Wednesday with either side salad or fries) with what has to be the crispiest cheese on top that I have ever seen.
Julia Ellul Weekend roast
The $25 weekend roast is a standout—hearty, delicious, and unbeatable value.
Ed Wong Mushroom schnitzel
I had mushroom schnitzel it is amazing!
Shelly (Real Food Journal)
Other favorites
Starters, sweets, and cocktails to complement your visit
Smokey garlic bread
The Smokey garlic bread is also to die for.
Stella YH Chiu Pulled pork party pies
We had the pulled pork party pies, the chicken wings and a large chips.
Chris Hill Sundae
For dessert I had a sundae and it was a fun sweet finish to the afternoon.
Amilliah Amaretto sour
The cocktails were excellent, smooth and well made, and I had a fantastic amaretto sour that hit the right flavour notes.
Amilliah
Beyond the menu
Distinctive hospitality details that elevate gatherings and casual visits at Springrock Public Bar
Live Weekend Jazz Sessions
Weekend evenings feature acoustic live jazz performances, transforming the first-floor space into a relaxed, atmospheric retreat amidst the city center.
Tailored Celebration Surprises
Staff collaborate directly with dining parties to coordinate memorable touches, helping guests create tailored celebration surprises for colleagues and friends.
Accommodating Family Seating Arrangements
Management actively reorganizes prime booth seating on busy evenings to ensure family parties with children are comfortably situated together.
Family-Style Milestone Hosting
Floor staff provide hands-on, hospitable attention during celebrations, creating a welcoming atmosphere where gatherings feel like dining at a family table.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to book a table in advance?
Weekday evenings get very busy after work, so booking ahead is recommended if you plan to visit after 5:00 PM. Alternatively, visiting in the mid-afternoon offers a much quieter setting with your pick of tables.
Does the pub offer weekly specials or happy hour?
Yes, the venue offers regular weekly specials, including a $25 steak night on Tuesdays, a $20 parma deal on Wednesdays, Thursday burger specials, and a $25 weekend roast. A weekday happy hour runs until 6:00 PM.
Is there live music on weekends?
Yes, Springrock features live jazz music on Friday and Saturday evenings, complementing its casual pub atmosphere.
Where is the venue located and how do I access it?
The bar is located on the first floor at 87 Bourke Street, accessed via a stair entrance just steps from the tram stop, and sits directly beneath the Good Heavens rooftop bar.
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