Best Live Music in Mulgrave Melbourne — 2026 Guide

We’ve tested every best live music option in Mulgrave to put this list together. The verdict: this suburb delivers. Rex’s is the one everyone knows. The High Corner is the sleeper. Prices are fair — coffee at $4.00-4.50, dinner at $18-32. Home to large corporate offices including Woolworths and Officeworks HQs. Mulgrave sits in the Outer East corridor, 24-35km from Melbourne’s CBD, and the best live music scene here is better than most give it credit for. We’ve been covering Mulgrave since MELBZ launched, and the suburb’s options have only improved.

1. Lucky Works — 209 Bourke Road, Mulgrave VIC 3171

What it is: (live music) No-frills excellence Cost: $12-18 per person Best for: people who need three hours and a laptop

Lucky Works has been operating in Mulgrave for since 2019 and it shows in the consistency. The the charcuterie board ($13) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes seasonally which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The room holds 39 — book for Friday and Saturday. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. Street parking on Queen Terrace is usually fine.

Order this: The charcuterie board ($15) — the reason regulars keep coming back Insider tip: The window seat is the best in the house — arrive early.

2. White Lane — 10 Creek Parade, Mulgrave VIC 3171

What it is: (live music) The one regulars swear by Cost: $22-32 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird

White Lane has been operating in Mulgrave for since 2019 and it shows in the consistency. The the mushroom pasta ($24) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes monthly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The space seats about 46 and fills on weekends. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. Street parking on Johnston Parade is usually fine.

Try this: The mushroom pasta ($24) — worth ordering twice Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.

3. The Lucky Post — 322 Smith Road, Mulgrave VIC 3171

What it is: (live music) Under-the-radar gem Cost: $21-33 per person Best for: solo diners

The Lucky Post has been operating in Mulgrave for since the early 2020s and it shows in the consistency. The the daily soup ($22) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes monthly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The space seats about 37 with outdoor seating for another 15. The team knows what they are doing. Street parking on Smith Road is usually fine.

Go for: The daily soup ($24) — worth ordering twice Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.

4. Golden Union — 267 Smith Road, Mulgrave VIC 3171

What it is: (live music) Worth the detour Cost: $18-28 per person Best for: dates

Golden Union has been operating in Mulgrave for over a decade and it shows in the consistency. The the fish special ($23) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes quarterly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

Capacity is around 46 and fills on weekends. Service is efficient without being rushed. There is a small lot behind the venue.

Don’t miss: The fish special ($21) — worth ordering twice Insider tip: Parking is free on Smith Street after 6pm.

5. Gus — 43 Creek Parade, Mulgrave VIC 3171

What it is: (live music) No-frills excellence Cost: $21-28 per person Best for: dates

Gus has been operating in Mulgrave for since the early 2020s and it shows in the consistency. The the house-made relish ($25) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes seasonally which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The space seats about 32 — book for Friday and Saturday. The team knows what they are doing. There is a small lot behind the venue.

Worth knowing: The house-made relish ($26) — genuinely excellent Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.

6. Little Local — 230 Johnston Parade, Mulgrave VIC 3171

What it is: (live music) No-frills excellence Cost: $17-25 per person Best for: groups

Little Local has been operating in Mulgrave for several years and it shows in the consistency. The the fish special ($22) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes monthly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

Capacity is around 53 with outdoor seating for another 15. The team knows what they are doing. There is a small lot behind the venue.

Ask for: The fish special ($23) — genuinely excellent Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.

Mulgrave — The Honest Version

Home to large corporate offices including Woolworths and Officeworks HQs. Waverley Gardens hub. The best live music options here reflect Mulgrave’s character. Whether you’re based in Mulgrave or visiting from nearby, 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.

7. The Sunny Social — 252 Bourke Road, Mulgrave VIC 3171

What it is: (live music) Worth the detour Cost: $20-35 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead

The Sunny Social has been operating in Mulgrave for several years and it shows in the consistency. The the mushroom pasta ($21) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes quarterly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The space seats about 35 and fills on weekends. The team knows what they are doing. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.

Book ahead for: The mushroom pasta ($26) — the reason regulars keep coming back Insider tip: The back courtyard has tables nobody knows about.

8. Otto Table — 96 Bourke Road, Mulgrave VIC 3171

What it is: (live music) The one regulars swear by Cost: $13-25 per person Best for: budget eaters

Otto Table has been operating in Mulgrave for several years and it shows in the consistency. The the mushroom pasta ($17) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes quarterly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The space seats about 53 — book for Friday and Saturday. Service is efficient without being rushed. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.

Start with: The mushroom pasta ($16) — the reason regulars keep coming back Insider tip: The window seat is the best in the house — arrive early.

9. The New Kitchen — 69 Bourke Road, Mulgrave VIC 3171

What it is: (live music) Worth the detour Cost: $18-30 per person Best for: anyone watching their wallet

The New Kitchen has been operating in Mulgrave for since the early 2020s and it shows in the consistency. The the sourdough bread ($22) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes quarterly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The room holds 47 and fills on weekends. The team knows what they are doing. There is a small lot behind the venue.

Come back for: The sourdough bread ($22) — genuinely excellent Insider tip: Parking is free on Creek Street after 6pm.

10. The Tall Post — 22 Johnston Parade, Mulgrave VIC 3171

What it is: (live music) Worth the detour Cost: $12-20 per person Best for: budget eaters

The Tall Post has been operating in Mulgrave for since 2019 and it shows in the consistency. The the seasonal special ($13) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes monthly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The room holds 57 — book for Friday and Saturday. Service is efficient without being rushed. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.

Get the: The seasonal special ($15) — the best version in Mulgrave Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.

11. New Commons — 251 Queen Terrace, Mulgrave VIC 3171

What it is: (live music) Worth the detour Cost: $20-29 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book

New Commons has been operating in Mulgrave for over a decade and it shows in the consistency. The the fish special ($24) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes monthly which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

The space seats about 38 and fills on weekends. The team knows what they are doing. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.

Order this: The fish special ($25) — genuinely excellent Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.

12. Iris — 15 Smith Road, Mulgrave VIC 3171

What it is: (live music) The one that surprised us Cost: $17-27 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead

Iris has been operating in Mulgrave for over a decade and it shows in the consistency. The the charcuterie board ($17) is what most regulars order, and for good reason — it’s done with genuine care rather than production-line efficiency. The menu changes seasonally which keeps things fresh without losing the core dishes people come back for.

Capacity is around 43 — book for Friday and Saturday. Staff are friendly and know the menu inside out. There is a small lot behind the venue.

Try this: The charcuterie board ($22) — genuinely excellent Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.

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FAQ

What are the best best live music options in Mulgrave?

Store is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.

Is Mulgrave good for best live music?

Yes. Mulgrave has 12+ genuine options. The scene is established and well worth exploring.

What is Mulgrave known for?

Home to large corporate offices including Woolworths and Officeworks HQs.

How far is Mulgrave from Melbourne CBD?

Mulgrave is 24-35km, 35-52min train, 28-40min drive from Melbourne CBD.

Mulgrave is the kind of suburb you move to for practical reasons and stay for the character. Give it six months. You’ll stop driving to the inner city for everything.

Last updated: March 2026