From karaoke joints and Afro jazz haunts to cosy aperitivo bars and quiet cocktail dens, here's where to drink on Lygon Street and Sydney Road.
Howler
A converted Brunswick warehouse with two bars, two performance spaces and great pub grub.
Atticus Finch
A Lygon Street spot with cosy nooks, DJs on Fridays, a cute courtyard and the best cheese plate in Brunswick.
Dunning Kruger - CLOSED
Pair cocktails and slices of house-made pie at this Brunswick bar.
Bar Oussou
With regular live music, a rollicking dance floor, a leafy courtyard and French Senegalese food, this is one of Sydney Road's best local haunts.
Bar Romantica
A Lygon Street institution has been transformed into a sleek late-night Italian bar and eatery.
Sig. Enzo Aperitivo Bar
An aperitivo bar perfect for a spritz, some snacks and some solo time.
Amelia Shaw
A sleek weekend-only cocktail bar above the Retreat Hotel.
Eydie's
A Lygon Street favourite with a late-night happy hour.
Benjys
Lygon Street's dog-friendly karaoke bar.
Uncle Joe's
A small Brunswick East bar with David Bowie above the bar and Patti Smith in the bathroom.
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