The Local Taphouse

The Local Taphouse The Local Taphouse is a European-inspired neighbourhood tavern located on Carlisle Street that specialises in craft beer, great food and a warm welcome. They serve slow roasted Angus rump for today's special along with their signature chocolate mousse dessert. Their Easter specials include Bright Brewery C-Easter Desist White Choc Stout, Road Brewers Brewery 'Eggster' Triple Chocolate Ale, and Snapper fillet with beurre noisette, capers and citrus. Join them for Friday knock-offs with $8 pints, house wines, and $1.50 oysters from 4pm to 7pm.
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Your local.Great food and cold beer and your friendly neighbourhood tavern.We’ll save you a seat.
06/08/2026

Your local.

Great food and cold beer and your friendly neighbourhood tavern.

We’ll save you a seat.

Come along on the 18th of August for this month's Ale Stars featuring special guest Head Brewer from Bodriggy Brewing, A...
05/08/2026

Come along on the 18th of August for this month's Ale Stars featuring special guest Head Brewer from Bodriggy Brewing, Anders Norman!

Bodriggy's beers have found their way onto many taps across Melbourne pubs and are loved by their locals, fostering a strong sense of community within their brewpub and beyond.

Their Head Brewer, Anders Norman, has previously worked at Temple Brewing. Now running the Bodriggy brewing operations, he's bringing four of his favourite froffs for you to sample, and for him to have a yarn about!

Don't miss out on this night, grab a ticket now.

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As usual, tickets include four beers from the guest brewery plus dinner.

https://events.humanitix.com/ale-stars-beer-appreciation-night-august-bodriggy-brewing

🍴On Wednesdays we order steaks🍴Try our Steak Night special 250g Porterhouse, with your choice of sauce, every Wednesday ...
05/08/2026

🍴On Wednesdays we order steaks🍴

Try our Steak Night special 250g Porterhouse, with your choice of sauce, every Wednesday night, 5pm onwards!

Plan your hump day ahead with a booking, or walk ins are always welcome.

The perfect place to brave the cold → our place by the fireplace 🍻
28/07/2026

The perfect place to brave the cold → our place by the fireplace 🍻

Steak Night → Every Wednesday night from 5pm. 250g Porterhouse steak with chips, salad & your choice of sauce for just $...
21/07/2026

Steak Night → Every Wednesday night from 5pm. 

250g Porterhouse steak with chips, salad & your choice of sauce for just $26.

Booking recommended.

Here's to the weekend 🍻Open everyday from Midday
03/07/2026

Here's to the weekend 🍻Open everyday from Midday

CELEBRATE THE QUEEN'S BIRTHDAY AT DRAG BINGOOf course we're talking about our fav drag queen Della Katessen's Birthday! ...
02/07/2026

CELEBRATE THE QUEEN'S BIRTHDAY AT DRAG BINGO

Of course we're talking about our fav drag queen Della Katessen's Birthday! It's going to be an all Della themed night, with special prizes to be won!

Don't forget... Della's feeling generous, Bingo is free of charge! Make sure to reserve a spot before we run out.

Grab your co-workers, friends, and everyone you know, to enjoy a hilarious night of fun! Head to our bio for the link to reserve a table.

Join us on the 21st of July for this month's Ale Stars with special guest Co-founder of Bells Beach Brewing, Adam Smith...
01/07/2026

Join us on the 21st of July for this month's Ale Stars with special guest Co-founder of Bells Beach Brewing, Adam Smith!
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Launching in 2015, the brewery wasted no time to establish themselves in Torquay and the surrounding coast. Focusing on good times, and even better beers at their Brewery.

The Bells Beach Brewery have been hard at work crafting some delicious beers, always seeking inspiration from the surf culture that surrounds them. Their community engagement and wider focus on sustainability is a core value that elevates their impact within the craft beer scene.

Our host Shandy will be chatting with Adam about the beers he's brought along, the history of the brewery, and plenty more!

Make sure to grab a ticket for this.

https://events.humanitix.com/ale-stars-beer-appreciation-night-july-bells-beach-brewing

Bring on the weekend at the Taphouse! We have plenty going on…⚽ Australia vs Paraguay Live and Loud on Friday from 12pm....
25/06/2026

Bring on the weekend at the Taphouse! We have plenty going on…

⚽ Australia vs Paraguay Live and Loud on Friday from 12pm.

🎤 Live music Fridays: from 8pm till late. Kick back and enjoy some jazz, soul and blues tunes.

🦪 Keep the good Friday vibes rolling! $2 Oysters, $10 pints and $9 house wines from 4pm.

🍽 Finish off the weekend with Sunday Roast and Mulled Cider, while warming up by the fire!

As always, bookings are recommended, which you can find in our bio.

Address

184 Carlisle Street
St Kilda, VIC
3183

The pub and beer garden/restaurant is located on Carlisle Street in Melbourne. For those traveling by public transport, the closest train station is Balaclava Station (Sandringham line) which is a 10-minute walk away. Tram routes 3, 16, and 78 stop nearby on Carlisle Street.

For those driving, there is limited street parking available on Carlisle Street and surrounding streets. Alternatively, there are several paid parking options nearby including a multi-level car park at Coles Supermarket (off Chapel Street).

Opening Hours

Monday 12pm - 11pm
Tuesday 12pm - 12am
Wednesday 12pm - 11pm
Thursday 12pm - 12am
Friday 12pm - 1am
Saturday 12pm - 1am
Sunday 12pm - 12am

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The Local Taphouse in Carlisle Street, Melbourne is a must-visit for anyone who loves craft beer and great food. This European-inspired neighbourhood tavern offers a warm welcome to all its patrons. The pub has an extensive selection of craft beers that are sure to satisfy any beer lover's taste buds. The restaurant serves delicious food that pairs perfectly with the beers on offer.

One of the best things about The Local Taphouse is their daily $8 specials from Monday to Friday between 4-6 pm. You can enjoy $8 pints of Stomping Ground Brewing Co Laneway Lager or Gipps St Pale Ale and house wines during this time. On Fridays, you can also indulge in $1.50 oysters from 4 pm onwards.

If you're looking for something special, don't miss out on their monthly Ale Stars event. In June, they're featuring Madocke Beer Brewing Company, a Belgian beer expert that offers a taste of their heritage to Australia. You'll get to try their Witbier, Blonde, Reynard and Quadrupel while learning about Belgian beer culture and traditions.

The Local Taphouse also offers happy hour specials every day from 4-7 pm, including $8 pints of Stomping Ground Brewing Co Gipps St Pale Ale and Laneway Lager, $8 house wines, and $1.50 oysters.

Overall, The Local Taphouse is a fantastic place to relax with friends over great beer and food in a welcoming atmosphere. Don't miss out on this gem in Carlisle Street!