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02/10/2026
Friday night sorted 🍻
Stephen Kennedy is live from 5pm tonight, followed by The Bad Penguins at 9pm.
Come for a Guinness, stay for a dance, with pub classics serving & live music all weekend long 🎶
See you at P.J.’s!
30/09/2026
October Live Music 🎶 Tuesday to Sundays. Trad Irish 🇮🇪, laid back tunes and bands that get you up on the dance floor!
Pull up a stool, raise a Guinness and enjoy, Slainte 🎻
28/09/2026
GIVEAWAY ALERT ‼️
Fancy a night out with The High Kings? ☘️ 🎶
We’re giving away a double pass to see The High Kings live at Hamer Hall Southbank on Friday 9 October.
For your chance to win:
Tag who you’d like to bring
Share this post to your story
Make sure you’re following us
Get tagging and sharing 🤞
Winner 🏆 will be announced Tuesday 6 October!
Go n-eiri leat ☘️
22/09/2026
🎶 LIVE MUSIC AT P.J.O’BRIEN’S
Cyril Moran is back on the stage tonight & next Tuesday from 6pm!
Plus, we’ve got live music every Tuesday–Sunday. So grab your mates, grab a pint and settle in for some great tunes! ☘️
19/09/2026
Come for dinner, stay for the craic, the live music, the footy finals and the Guinness.
Slainte
On stage tonight: Stephan Kennedy followed by The Bad Penguins 🎻 🇮🇪
15/09/2026
Find a cosy snug and settle in for the arvo….evening. Happy Hour 4-7pm. Catch Ruairi Flynn on P.J’s stage from 6pm.
13/09/2026
It’s not too early to start thinking about your Christmas plans! 🎄
Join us at for a festive Christmas Eve lunch or dinner. Let us take care of the Christmas stress with a delicious 3 course meal.
Christmas Day is already FULLY BOOKED - So get in quick!
Head our website to book! ❤️
11/09/2026
Follow Pint Man down to P.J’s after the 🏈🍺
Just a short walk from the G!
Come on in for a hearty Irish meal, creamy pints, and live music with Cyril & Greg, and Paul Quinn all night long!
Discover the Craic at P.J.O’Briens 🖤
10/09/2026
In town for the ?
Come on down to P.J’s for a hearty Irish meal, creamy pints, and live music all week long.
Discover the Craic at P.J.O’Briens 🖤
09/09/2026
Host your Spring Events at P.J.O’Briens!
Book with us throughout Spring and we’ll kick start the party with a complimentary Glass of Sparkling for each guest on arrival. 🍾
From corporate or private events to cocktail parties, sit down dining and full venue hire, let us take care of your next event.
Want to know more?
Head to our website and get in touch with our events manager Katie.
09/09/2026
The Scottish League Cup Quarter Final is almost here, and there’s no better place to watch it then P.J.O’Briens!
CELTIC v RANGERS
💚 Kick off at 9pm
⚽️ This Sunday 13 September
🎶 Live music from 3.30 with Rossa McCann and at 7pm with Cyril Moran.
🍻 Special food and drink prices for Celtic Supporters Club members.
Get in early, grab a pint, and soak up the atmosphere!
08/09/2026
P.J’s needs a Duty Manager to join the team. Are you vibrant natural leader, customer focused and love the craic. Find out more - visit 🔗 link in our bio .
05/09/2026
Saturday nights at P.J’s are the place to be!
Enjoy Fables Duo live from 5pm, followed by The Bad Penguins taking over the stage at 9pm.
Great music, good food, and even better craic all night long 🍻🎶
04/09/2026
The Guinness is settling, what are you waiting for? 🍻🖤
Happy hour is on at P.J’s, Monday to Friday from 4-7pm
B**r, Guinness and House Wines for $11
Sláinte!
02/09/2026
NFL is coming to Melbourne! 🏈
Join us next Friday to watch the LA Rams v San Fran 49’ers game LIVE & LOUD!
We'll be opening early at 10am, with American style bar food flowing from the kitchen from midday.
Book a spot online or walk-in on the day.
01/09/2026
LIVE MUSIC IN SEPTEMBER 🎶
Join us from Tuesday to Sunday, for traditional Irish Music, laid back tunes and bands that get you on the dance floor.
Pull up a stool, raise a glass, and enjoy live music all month long at P.J’s 🖤
30/08/2026
Pull up a stool, raise a glass, and enjoy your favourite pour at P.J’s!
The 3 Swallows release is a modern take on the original taste of Powers Wh***ey - a nod to the early days of John’s Lane Distillery.
This quintessential style of wh***ey is exclusive to Ireland, and is made from a mash of malted and unmalted barley, then triple distilled in traditional copper pot stills.
27/08/2026
Braised Beef Cheek with mashed potato, pearl onion, mushroom, and red w**e jus.
Skip the cooking, come to the pub instead.
Available everyday from 12-9pm.
26/08/2026
See you at P.J's for Father’s Day!
Treat dad to a lovely traditional Irish meal, or Sunday Roast, washed down with a creamy pint or two.
Stay and enjoy our live Irish music from 3.30pm.
Pull up a stool, raise a glass, and spend Father's Day at P.J’s.
23/08/2026
It's not too early to start thinking about your Christmas plans! 🎄
Join us at for a festive Christmas Eve lunch or dinner and Christmas Day lunch.
Let us take care of the Christmas stress with a delicious 3 course meal, and warm hospitality from the P.J's team.
Head to the link in our bio to book! ❤️
21/08/2026
Drinks? Poured.
Bar? Ready.
Live music? All weekend.
Check our profile for the line up! 🎶
20/08/2026
NFL is coming to Melbourne!
Join us to watch the LA Rams v San Fran 49’ers game LIVE & LOUD from the MCG 🏈
P.J’s will be opening at 10am on game day, Friday 11 September.
Kitchen will open at midday with some American style bar food.
Book a spot online or walk-ins very welcome.
17/08/2026
Live Music this week! 🎻🎼
Tuesday - Pat McKernan from 6pm
Wednesday - Dale Winters from 7pm
Thursday - MacCrimmin from 7pm
Friday - Ciaran Boyle from 5pm and The Chancers from 9pm
Saturday - Stephen Kennedy from 5pm and The Bad Penguins from 9pm
Sunday - Pat McKernan from 3.30pm and Cyril Moran from 7pm.
Pull up a stool, raise a glass, and enjoy the music at P.J’s 💚
14/08/2026
You heard right, Happy Hour’s here all week! 🍻
Now pouring Monday to Fridays from 4-7pm.
Selected pints including Guinness and w**es from just $11.
Book ahead or swing by after work, we’ll have the good stuff ready 💚
10/08/2026
Live Music this week! 🎻🎼
Tuesday - MacCrimmin from 6pm
Wednesday - Rhythm Kitchen from 7pm
Thursday - MacCrimmin from 7pm
Friday - Cyril & Greg from 5pm and Zeon from 9pm
Saturday - Fables Duo from 5pm and The Bad Penguins from 9pm
Sunday - Pat McKernan from 3.30pm and Cyril Moran from 7pm.
Pull up a stool, raise a glass, and enjoy the music at P.J’s 💚
Address
3 Southgate Avenue
Southbank, VIC
3006
To get to this Irish restaurant and pub located at Southgate Avenue in Melbourne, you can take the train or tram to Flinders Street Station. From there, walk towards the Yarra River and Southbank Promenade until you reach the venue.
If you prefer to drive, follow the directions towards Southbank and look for parking options within the vicinity. Otherwise, valet parking is available at the Southgate car park.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
12pm - 9pm |
| Tuesday |
12pm - 9pm |
| Wednesday |
12pm - 9pm |
| Thursday |
12pm - 10pm |
| Friday |
12pm - 12am |
| Saturday |
12pm - 12am |
| Sunday |
12pm - 10pm |
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What people say
P.J.O'Brien's Melbourne is a must-visit destination for anyone looking to experience the authentic Irish pub culture in Southbank, Melbourne. This pub and restaurant is open every day from midday until late, offering lunch, dinner or just drinks. With an extensive selection of Guinness and Whiskies from all over the world, there is truly something to suit every tastebud.
Located in the heart of Southgate, P.J.O'Brien's is one of Melbourne's longest standing authentic Irish pubs and a favourite destination for locals and visitors alike. Whether you are after a quiet beer or a comforting meal, this pub has got you covered every single night of the week. The live music performances add to the lively atmosphere of the place.
Adjoining the pub is P.J's Sidebar, which serves as an oyster and whiskey bar open seven days and nights a week. It is also available to hire for private and corporate functions. The exclusive private area overlooking the lower deck (which is also available for private hire) and fabulous function menus make it perfect for intimate occasions through to breakfast meetings and corporate gatherings.
Overall, P.J.O'Brien's Melbourne offers an unforgettable experience with its warm hospitality, delicious food, extensive drink menu, live music performances and excellent service.
