I'm not in the habit of awarding 5 stars to any location on the basis that things can always be improved in some way. However, in the case of this location I think it is merited. Some bars try to be so many things but this spot is a gem. It does one thing almost perfect. It's a quiet Irish style pub. Stepping inside its no frills decor makes you feel like your in the countryside at a village pub where everyone knows everyone. If all you are after is a space to have a pint then look no further. You feel welcome and a gentle nod or handshake on your departure just encourages your return. They don't do food and some might see this as short coming but they are more than willing to let you BYO food. Personally I don't see this as a shortfall. Like I said early this spot does what it does to perfection. Its just a small village pub that you can grab a pint and have a chat while feeling very welcome to stay as long as you desire.

New owners. Not an Irish bar anymore, bad Guinness and no atmosphere. Staff are awful.

A great place for drinks and a jig! I went on a Saturday night and there was a welcoming, fun and friendly atmosphere. There was live music played by locals which was fantastic! Indoor and outdoor seating options are available. Loved it!

Cosy, no frills pub with great traditional music, friendly staff, and fine Guinness. We always have a good time.

A slice of home in North Melbourne. An absolute gem from top to bottom with some of the best priced drink I have seen in an Irish bar in Australia. The staff (especially the manager) are great and always up for a session, while also being attentive to the clientele. A big recommendation from myself, get yourself down for a pint or 5.

Great pub! Great vibe! Fun music! Friendly and attentive barkeeps! A ROCKIN good time!

Too small. This palace needs to be bigger. Tables all squished together but great Irish ambience. Guinness is to die for

Great little Bar, Guinness had a fine Shtick on it. Barmaid was lovely. The “Owner” was a bit of a bell however and refused to let us back in when we nipped next door for some food. He said because we ‘were a bit noisy’ and they were about to start the music. Never heard of an Irish bar where they ask you to whisper before!!! Would have been 5 star if not for him spoiling it!

Absolutely shocking pint of Guinness here lately. Won't be back unless it improves

Love this place. Great pub. Great live tunes.

The best pub in melbourne, has the best guinness I've had outside of Ireland. Vinny the owner is incredibly nice and friendly, the atmosphere, music and craic is always great.

Came in as we were on a Tram Crawl and with an Irish ☘️ lady this stopped was planned. Did not disappoint. So many fun fun people here all ages. And the guitarist and singer MATT was a legend. Music from all countries. We danced and sang and drank. Kilkenny. Others had Guinness.

Best Bar staff, Live Irish folk and great Guinness!

Cosy, warm, friendly, good guinness and great traditional music, can't go wrong.

Great pub, welcoming and a decent pint. Not far from a City tram line too. I will return. BT

Perfect place for Irish Beer! Nice vibes overall along with good crowd!

Top bar, great vibe, chilled staff. BT

We had THE BEST fun here, Guinness and live music on Saturday nights, the vibes are 11/10.

Great little pub with lovely Guinness! Good atmosphere with live music at the weekend!

A great pub, an Irish pub like a home away from home. Frankie is the best!

brilliant guiness, incredible atmosphere … a must see in melbourne! - Kat & Jack

Best Irish bar in town, the Guinness is about as good as you'll get in the southern hemisphere and Pat/Eamonn and family are all excellent. I love this place and genuinely feel it could be transplanted convincingly to Ireland. Could only be better if the lads were from Cork but won't hold that against them. Music is really good, atmosphere is fantastic; put it on the to do list.

This one of the smallest bars I have been in but the atmosphere was excellent....

Best Irish pub for a pour of Guinness and if you don't believe me then fek off

The Brothers is very likely the best Irish pub in Melbourne. Run by a passionate group of people, with Pat at the helm. The atmosphere is second to none with live music, a great gallery of regulars, and a perfectly drawn pint of Guinness in your hand. Bookings are essential after coming out of lockdown. Do yourself a favour and give the Brothers a visit.

One of the best Irish pubs. Great Guinness, great staff and a friendly atmosphere with live music. Crackin

Love the Guinness and the atmosphere. One of the best pubs in Melbourne.