The Brothers Public House — Restaurant in Melbourne

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...

How do you have an Irish pub with someone who doesn't know how to pour a pint of Guinness properly? It's pretty disgraceful. Only 3/4 full on the first pour is the general rule. Consistently bad Guinness here. Which is a shame because the rest is pretty good. Per below: the Guinness can depend on the lines and nitrogen - sure; but to consistently pour a pint that tastes poor (more than one night this has been the case) has nothing to do with that variability. It's to do with the person doing the pour. A good head doesn't mean a good Guinness - as you'd know as a publican. The vibe and venue is great. Just not the Guinness. This is meant to be constructive feedback -...

The owner greets patrons with a genuine smile and a hearty welcome, making everyone feel like regulars. The lively atmosphere resonates with fantastic live music sessions that capture the essence of traditional Irish tunes and other tunes from around the world. The crowd is as friendly as they come, creating a convivial ambiance where conversations flow as freely as the Guinness. It's a gem where the spirit of Ireland comes alive every night especially over...