Best Cocktail Bars in Lyndhurst Melbourne 2026
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| No-cost pick | Bright Corner | | Best with kids | Corner | | Hidden spot | The Red Table | | Bad weather pick | Leo |
1. Sol — 88 Bell Lane, Lyndhurst VIC 3810
What it is: (cocktail bars) The one that surprised us Cost: $12-24 per person Best for: families
The room holds 48 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Order this: The daily soup ($18) — solid Insider tip: They source produce from Lyndhurst farmers market when it runs.
2. The Half Local — 290 Bell Lane, Lyndhurst VIC 3810
What it is: (cocktail bars) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $16-29 per person Best for: anyone watching their wallet
Capacity is around 60 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Try this: The house-made relish ($19) — solid Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Lyndhurst roaster — ask which one.
3. Finn Place — 12 Willow Drive, Lyndhurst VIC 3810
What it is: (cocktail bars) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $19-28 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book
The room holds 55 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: They source produce from Lyndhurst farmers market when it runs.
4. Ivy’s — 332 Lake Lane, Lyndhurst VIC 3810
What it is: (cocktail bars) The one that surprised us Cost: $22-34 per person Best for: remote workers
Capacity is around 36 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: They source produce from Lyndhurst farmers market when it runs.
5. House — 138 Brunswick Parade, Lyndhurst VIC 3810
What it is: (cocktail bars) A quiet achiever Cost: $8-23 per person Best for: people who need three hours and a laptop
The space seats about 55 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
Lyndhurst — The Honest Version
Growing suburb between Dandenong South and Cranbourne North. Mix of industrial and newer residential. Lyndhurst station opened 2012. The best cocktail bars options here reflect Lyndhurst’s character. If you’re living in or near Lyndhurst, you’ll find that the suburb rewards people who actually explore beyond the main strip. Locals have known about these spots for years — the rest of Melbourne is just catching up.
6. Green House — 196 Collins Road, Lyndhurst VIC 3810
What it is: (cocktail bars) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $14-27 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd
The room holds 53 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
7. The Honest House — 339 Lake Lane, Lyndhurst VIC 3810
What it is: (cocktail bars) A solid local spot Cost: $14-23 per person Best for: parents who want food AND peace
Capacity is around 60 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
8. Finn’s — 372 Collins Road, Lyndhurst VIC 3810
What it is: (cocktail bars) Under-the-radar gem Cost: $21-27 per person Best for: dates
The room holds 60 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
9. The Green Cellar — 359 Willow Drive, Lyndhurst VIC 3810
What it is: (cocktail bars) Worth the detour Cost: $11-25 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird
Capacity is around 52 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
10. Max’s — 73 Bell Lane, Lyndhurst VIC 3810
What it is: (cocktail bars) A local institution Cost: $12-17 per person Best for: kids under 12 who need to burn energy
The space seats about 57 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Lyndhurst roaster — ask which one.
11. Old Quarter — 249 Brunswick Parade, Lyndhurst VIC 3810
What it is: (cocktail bars) A local institution Cost: $19-29 per person Best for: the under-$15 crowd
Capacity is around 50 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Brunswick Parade is usually fine.
Order this: The daily soup ($25) — solid
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FAQ
What are the best best cocktail bars options in Lyndhurst?
Oliver’s is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
Is Lyndhurst good for best cocktail bars?
Yes. Lyndhurst has 11+ genuine options. The scene is surprisingly diverse and well worth exploring.
What is Lyndhurst known for?
Growing suburb between Dandenong South and Cranbourne North.
How far is Lyndhurst from Melbourne CBD?
Lyndhurst is 35km, 46min train, 37min drive from Melbourne CBD.
Look — Lyndhurst won’t win any design awards. But the food is honest, the prices are fair, and the locals actually know each other. In Melbourne, that’s increasingly rare.
Last updated: March 2026
