Tallboy & Moose — Restaurant in Melbourne

The beer might be what pulls people in, but Tallboy’s real magic is in the staff, the relaxed warehouse vibes, and yes - the chips. It's got that DIY charm: cheap timber walls, minimal frills, and a space that feels like it was thrown together with love and leftover materials. The result? Something authentically inviting, not just convieniently close to home.

Now, don’t get me wrong - the ever-rotating tap list is a wild ride and worth the visit. It’s a bit like going to GABS: you're guaranteed to try something you didn’t even know existed (and might not want to again). I’ve never had a bad beer here - just some that were, shall we say, challenging. If you're looking for a trusty go-to brew, this may not be your happy place. But if you like beer roulette, you’re in the right joint.

It’s a locals-first venue, and you can feel it - families, neighbours, and the occasional out-of-towner who looks like they meant to go to Welcome to Thornbury and just kept walking. The staff are lovely but clear: if you bring kids, keep them close. After 8pm, it’s adults-only, which feels like a public service announcement.

Inside, the noise levels are usually bearable, but if it gets too much, there’s a cracking outdoor area. (And Darebin Council - seriously, give T&M their extra space back already.)

The food’s also a winner. Pub snacks that punch above their weight (those chicken wings!), weekly deals, a standout parma burger, and prices that feel fair - especially in a neighbourhood where a pint can cost more than a round-trip Myki fare.

There might be shinier bars within walking distance, but Tallboy has earned its place as a locals’ favourite. It’s not trying to be the coolest bar in town - just the one you actually want to come back to. And that, honestly, is...

Tallboy & Moose has been my favourite of all the brewery, pubs and bars in the area since I moved down from Sydney.

The brewery has a super chill vibe both inside and outside. The inside section has a lot of seating and includes a pool table and air hockey table. It’s perfect for small and large groups including families with little children.

The outside area has a lot of seating as well but mainly for smaller groups and a section with long tables for large groups. It also features large umbrellas to shield from the sun/rain.

The brewery has a large variety of beers/ales etc on tap and for takeaway. They also have a kitchen with a fairly extensive menu including a few vegetarian/vegan options.

During the colder months they have a fire going inside and a couch with some lounge chairs by the fireplace. As for events they run trivia nights every week and wrestling on occasion.

A huge bonus is the venue is entirely dog friendly, both inside and out, just make sure they’re on lead and being a good boy/girl.

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📍@tallboyandmoose, Preston

We have recently visited this gem called Tallboy and Moose in Preston and got to try some of their beers and pub food 😋

They have 16 types of beers & ciders on tap and some innovative flavours like the Nice Cola and the Mochaccino, so if you love craft beers like we do, this is a must visit for sure 🫶🏻

The food here is also great and very affordable when you order one of their weekly specials below: Wednesday: $22 steak 🥩 Thursday: $20 parma 🍗 & Trivia night 7pm Friday: $19 burger and beer 🍔🍺 & Brewer's shout 5pm Sunday: $10 Bloody Marys 🍹 & Mixed Grilled Platters

What we ordered: 🍗 Buffalo Wings $17 🍟 Poutine $16.5 + Maple Bacon $2 🥗 Chicken Parma $26 🍔 Parma Burger $25 🦑 Five Spice Calamari $20 🥤 Nice Cola pot $6.5 ☕️ Mochaccino pot $6.5 🍓 Fruitilicious Sour pint $12 🍺 Sleight of...