Transport Hotel from the outside

live music, sports, big screens,
ice-cold beer, Walk-ins welcome
Ground Floor

  • 11am – Late
  • Seven days a week
  • Ground Level, Transport Hotel, Federation Square, Melbourne, VIC 3000
Patrons watching sport
Group cheersing wine
Table of food and hands holding up cocktails
Guitar and microphone
Cocktails
Transport Hotel Outside
Transport Hotel Outside
Bar tender pouring a pint

What's On in the Public Bar

Shut Up and Dance with Me Saturdays

| Every Saturday night

Shut Up and dance with me Saturdays

Shut Up & Dance with Me Saturdays – Late Night Live Music in Melbourne CBD
$25 Steak and Frites

| All Day Every Wednesday

$25 Steak and Frites

$25 Steak and Frites – All Day, Every Wednesday
Taco Tuesdays

| All Day Every Tuesday

Taco Tuesdays

$10 for two tacos and $10 spicy or classic margaritas - all day every Tuesday!
Transport Sunday Roast

| Every Sunday

Sunday Roast

Sunday Roast at Transport Public Bar | Pork, Crackling & Live Music from 4pm
NYE at Transport Public Bar

| Public Bar

New Years Eve at Transport Public Bar

New Year’s Eve 2025 at Transport Public Bar – Free Entry, Live Music & Fireworks
Live DJs

| Wednesday to Sunday

Live DJs

Live DJs every Wed–Sun bringing the vibes 'til late 🎧 Come grab a drink and feel the beat!
Live Music

| In the Glasshouse

Weekly Live Music

Free live music every Sat & Sun from 4–7pm 🎶 Check the gig guide for what’s on!

About Transport Public Bar

Right on the edge of Melbourne's iconic Yarra River, Transport Public Bar is the perfect spot to eat, drink, and soak up the city’s unbeatable energy. Just steps from the action of Melbourne CBD, this bar and dining house is a favourite for locals and visitors alike, offering easy access whether you’re coming in for a quick after-work drink, live music, steak night, or planning a big Saturday night out.

Transport Public Bar stands out among the best pubs in Melbourne. Thanks to its delicious food, unmissable weekly food specials, and a menu packed with crowd-pleasers. From casual bookings with mates to intimate birthday celebrations and lively corporate events, there’s always a reason to gather here. Catch the biggest sporting events live and loud on the big screens, or settle in for a relaxed live music session with a cold beer and good company.

Why Public Bar Is One of the Best Pubs in Melbourne?

Customer Reviews

November 2025

Nicole

Great location!! Super friendly staff and good service! Great atmosphere, lots of drink options. Good music.

October 2025

Joy

Great! We have been here many times and just keep coming back!

October 2025

Rosie

Excellent service on Thursday evening. A huge thank you to the manager who went above and beyond. He was very supportive and professional, made a real difference and ensured we were comfortable and well taken care of.