Best Beer Gardens in Vermont Melbourne — 2026 Guide
| Pick | |
|---|---|
| Top pick | Kai |
| Free highlight | Atlas Local |
| Family-friendly | Nina Place |
| Locals only | Finn’s |
| Indoor option | Honest Standard |
1. River Union — 21 North Parade, Vermont VIC 3175
What it is: (beer gardens) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $11-20 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd
The room holds 36 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Market Place is usually fine.
2. Rex’s — 325 Market Place, Vermont VIC 3175
What it is: (beer gardens) The one regulars swear by Cost: $20-30 per person Best for: the whole crew
Capacity is around 31 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Try this: The pumpkin risotto ($23) — solid Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
3. The White Local — 40 Albert Lane, Vermont VIC 3175
What it is: (beer gardens) No-frills excellence Cost: $16-29 per person Best for: families
The space seats about 49 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
4. Felix’s — 113 Market Place, Vermont VIC 3175
What it is: (beer gardens) A quiet achiever Cost: $19-31 per person Best for: parents who want food AND peace
The room holds 39 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Market Place is usually fine.
5. New Press — 57 Bridge Place, Vermont VIC 3175
What it is: (beer gardens) No-frills excellence Cost: $10-19 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird
The space seats about 58 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
6. Cleo’s — 277 North Parade, Vermont VIC 3175
What it is: (beer gardens) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $20-27 per person Best for: a quiet table for two
Capacity is around 60 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Blake Parade is usually fine.
Why Locals Stay in Vermont
Residential suburb with Vermont South Shopping Centre access. Bellbird Dell nature reserve. The best beer gardens options here reflect Vermont’s character. For Vermont locals and anyone in the area, 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. Remy — 333 Bridge Place, Vermont VIC 3175
What it is: (beer gardens) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $14-20 per person Best for: parents who want food AND peace
The space seats about 58 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Vermont roaster — ask which one.
8. Rex’s — 45 Albert Lane, Vermont VIC 3175
What it is: (beer gardens) A solid local spot Cost: $11-19 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book
Capacity is around 51 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Vermont roaster — ask which one.
9. The High Social — 269 Albert Lane, Vermont VIC 3175
What it is: (beer gardens) The one regulars swear by Cost: $15-22 per person Best for: families
Capacity is around 36 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
10. The Common Press — 355 Blake Parade, Vermont VIC 3175
What it is: (beer gardens) The one that surprised us Cost: $17-29 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book
Capacity is around 39 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
11. High Pantry — 23 Market Place, Vermont VIC 3175
What it is: (beer gardens) Worth the detour Cost: $12-21 per person Best for: parents who want food AND peace
The space seats about 38 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: They source produce from Vermont farmers market when it runs.
12. Iris Depot — 107 Blake Parade, Vermont VIC 3175
What it is: (beer gardens) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $14-22 per person Best for: parents who want food AND peace
The space seats about 60 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Explore More
- Heathmont Best Beer Gardens — same vibe, different suburb
- Vermont Best Cafes — where to get your morning coffee
- Vermont Things to Do — the full activity guide
- Vermont Complete Guide — everything about Vermont
- Compare Suburbs — see how Vermont stacks up
- All Vermont Guides — everything we’ve written
FAQ
What are the best best beer gardens options in Vermont?
Kai is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
Is Vermont good for best beer gardens?
Yes. Vermont has 12+ genuine options. The scene is surprisingly diverse and well worth exploring.
What is Vermont known for?
Residential suburb with Vermont South Shopping Centre access.
How far is Vermont from Melbourne CBD?
Vermont is 24-35km, 35-52min train, 28-40min drive from Melbourne CBD.
Look — Vermont 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
