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27/06/2026
Simple ingredient. Big flavour. 🤤
Our Roasted Cabbage is slow cooked until tender and paired with celeriac skordalia, pickled onion, toasted almonds, dukkah and a vibrant salsa verde.
A plant-based dish worth talking about. 🌿
Come enjoy it at Mail Exchange Hotel.
26/06/2026
Round 16 is here and Marvel Stadium is serving up a big weekend of footy! 🔥🏉
Harry's gone rapid-fire with his tips for this week's clashes:
• Sat 27 June — Carlton v West Coast Eagles
• Sun 28 June — North Melbourne v Adelaide Crows
Think Harry's got it right this week? Drop your predictions in the comments below! 👇
Whether you're heading to the game or catching up afterwards, make us your match-day destination. Enjoy delicious meals, ice-cold drinks, and all the footy action LIVE & LOUD. 🍻
Book your table now and make a day of it!
22/06/2026
POV: Mondays aren’t boring anymore.
$10 cocktails. Games on. 🎲🍸
From 5pm, grab your crew and dive into everything from classic board games to cards, strategy, and a little bit of chaos.
Add in a share platter for the table, a few friendly rivalries, and suddenly Monday’s your best night of the week.
19/06/2026
🎉 It’s Harry’s Birthday this week! 🎉
Join us in wishing 'Haz The Man' a very Happy Birthday! 🥳🍻
While celebrating his birthday week, Harry has still found time to lock in his Round 15 tips. With the Bye Round in full swing, there's just one match at Marvel Stadium this weekend:
🏉 Sun 21 June, 3:15pm — St Kilda v Western Bulldogs
Will Harry's birthday luck help him pick a winner, or could his celebrations end on a sour note? 👀
Come in before or after the game for delicious food, refreshing drinks, and all the footy action LIVE & LOUD.
Book your table now and help us celebrate with Harry!
18/06/2026
Char-grilled to perfection.
Just the way you like it! Juicy and served with steak cut chips, house salad and your pick of mushroom, peppercorn or red wine jus.
16/06/2026
When you ask the universe for a sign… and it literally spells it out ☁️
TRIVIA NIGHT. EVERY TUESDAY.
Call it fate, call it a good decision…
Either way, you’re coming!
🧠 Kick off 6:30pm
🍻 Get in by 6pm, drink in hand
🍕 Trivia night pizza menu = sorted
Round up your team, test your knowledge, win a few things along the way!
13/06/2026
We're celebrating all month long with a selection of chef-crafted dishes inspired by some of Australia's favourite gins.
From pork belly bites glazed with Dasher + Fisher Sloe Gin, to Four Pillars Bloody Shiraz Gin cured ocean trout, and an elderflower pannacotta finished with raspberry gin jelly, these limited-time specials have been designed to complement your favourite gin or martini.
Pull up a seat, order a cocktail, and discover the perfect pairing.
Available for a limited time only for the month of June.
10/06/2026
Footy returns to Marvel Stadium for Round 14, and the interstate teams are heading into enemy territory! 🏉
Harry’s locked in his tips for the week — but who’s he backing?
• Thu 11 June — Western Bulldogs v Adelaide Crows
• Sun 14 June — St Kilda v GWS Giants
Can Harry pick the winners, or will the visitors spoil the party? 👀
Join us before or after the games for delicious food, refreshing drinks, and all the footy action LIVE & LOUD. 🍻
Book your table now!
10/06/2026
It’s GAME ON! ⚽🔥 The world’s biggest tournament is almost here — and we’ve got the ultimate prize ready for your next get together. 👀
Imagine this rolling in…
A Coca-Cola cooler.
A foosball table.
Ice-cold drinks.
Hours of questionable goals, saves and celebrations. 😂🧊🥤
One epic cooler. Endless fun.
Simply purchase 2 glasses or a jug of any Coca-Cola variety, enter in venue, and you’ll go in the draw to WIN!
Don’t miss your shot at scoring this awesome prize.
📅 Promotion runs 8 June – 21 July 2026.
T&Cs apply.
09/06/2026
Say hello to your new Wednesday ritual. 👋
We're introducing Happy Hour at Mail Exchange Hotel every Wednesday, 4–6PM.
🍺 $10 Flippin Draught Pints
🍷 $5 Morgan’s Bay Wines (all varieties)
🍹 $15 Spritz
🍗 $1 Wings
Bring a mate. You won't regret it. 🔥
06/06/2026
This… and no work on Monday.
King’s Birthday long weekend calls for one thing, good drinks, better company and zero alarms.
We’ll take care of the cocktails, you take Monday off.
Address
688 Bourke Street
Melbourne, VIC
3000
The Mail Exchange Hotel is located on Bourke Street in the Melbourne CBD.
For those using public transport, there are several options available. The closest train station is Parliament Station, which is a 7-minute walk from the location. Alternatively, you can take any tram along Bourke Street and disembark at the Russell Street stop. This will leave you a short 2-minute walk to the venue.
If you're driving to the location, there are several parking options nearby. The closest car park is Wilson Parking on 180 Russell Street, which is a 3-minute walk from the venue. There's also another parking lot on Little Collins Street and Russell Street, which is approximately a 5-minute walk to the location.
Overall, no matter how you plan to get to Mail Exchange Hotel in Melbourne's CBD, there are plenty of transportation options available for your convenience.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
7am - 3am |
| Tuesday |
7am - 3am |
| Wednesday |
7am - 3am |
| Thursday |
7am - 3am |
| Friday |
7am - 3am |
| Saturday |
7am - 3am |
| Sunday |
7am - 3am |
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What people say
The Mail Exchange Hotel in Melbourne is a must-visit for anyone looking for a warm and inviting setting to dine, drink, and celebrate. Housed in the basement of the former Mail Exchange Building, which was built in 1917, this pub has been meticulously restored to its former glory. The stunning central bar and internal courtyard, informal lounge areas, TAB Kiosk and wagering make it an ideal venue for any occasion.
The 200-seat bistro offers a suburb pub-style menu for casual dining at breakfast, lunch and dinner. Head Chef Andrew Wisken oversees the menu, ensuring that every dish is prepared to perfection. The concise and interesting list of Australian and international wines by the glass and bottle perfectly complements the menu.
The Mail Exchange Hotel's warm ambiance is created by original fixtures, solid timbers, textured leathers and bucolic pillars that dominate the space. This attention to detail makes it an ideal location for those who appreciate quality craftsmanship.
Located on the corner of Bourke and Spencer Streets in Melbourne's CBD, this iconic pub is easily accessible from anywhere in the city. Whether you're looking for a quick bite or a night out with friends, the Mail Exchange Hotel has everything you need to make your experience unforgettable.
