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30/09/2026
WOW! How good was that?! Our Grand Final Public Holiday Car Show was MASSIVE - thank you to everyone that came down whether with a car or to have a look at an incredible display. A special thank you to for your support and bringing down some incredible cars.
Next one might have to be even BIGGER ;)
29/09/2026
THIS FRIDAY!
Piano Man @ The Budgie Bar returns!
Book Your Spot
28/09/2026
KEYS & COCKTAILS!
This Friday, Piano Man Harvey Town is BACK!
Singalong tunes, discount cocktails and the perfect Friday night!
Book via link in bio
26/09/2026
WET DAY TIMETABLE DON’T WORRY WE GOT YOU🙌🏽
🌧️ CANCEL THE BBQ. SAVE THE FLOORS. COME TO THE BUDGIE. 🍻🏉 + LIVE MUSIC AFTER THE GAME!
Melbourne has turned the rain on for Grand Final Day, so forget squeezing everyone into the backyard and watching muddy shoes destroy the house.
We’ve got you covered at The Budgie 👇
🍺 All-inclusive b**r
🍷 W**e
🍔 Food
📺 Multiple TVs inside
🎥 HUGE indoor projector
🏉 Grand Final live and loud
🚶 Walk-ins welcome
🙌 Plenty of room inside
No cleaning up. No wet backyard. No one fighting over who has to cook.
Just grab the crew, get down to The Budgie and settle in for the Grand Final.
WALK-INS WELCOME TODAY 🍻
See you at The Budgie! 🦜
21/09/2026
THIS FRIDAY!
The ultimate Budgie Bar Car Show is here this Grand Final Public Holiday! From 12-4pm, we'll have all our cars out and on display as well as a HUGE range from some of our amazing community. Got a classic, custom or unique car? Bring it down and grab a FREE schooner on us.
17/09/2026
GRAND FINAL DAY, SORTED!
$75, 3 hours of bottomless b**r w**e and some feature cocktails! + A food item from Holly's Kitchen!
The best way to spend Grand Final Day. Book now!
16/09/2026
A HUGE WEEK @ The Budgie!
Public Holiday Car Show, 12-4pm, bring your classic, custom or unique car, or just come and enjoy the show! Holly's Kitchen will be running a feature menu, bar open, cars on display and a awesome start to the weekend!
15/09/2026
THIS SATURDAY!
Canvas & Cocktails returns this Saturday - Spring Has Sprung edition!
School holidays have kicked off, and now it’s time to get creative and enjoy some of our favourite garden cocktails. Think light spritzes, funky and fresh cocktails and a few simple mixed drinks, all enjoyed whilst putting brush to canvas to create a bright, floral-style painting.
Your ticket includes:
- A primed 30cm x 40cm canvas
- Acrylic paint and paint palette
- Apron
- Paint brushes
- Guidance and hands-on assistance from the gallery artist
- A unique piece of art you will create to take home with you!
PLUS unlimited themed cocktails, b**r & w**e, with food being available to purchase on the day.
14/09/2026
CALLING ALL TEACHERS! 50% OFF!
End Of Term is here, and as always, The Budgie has you covered! 1/2 Price off our feature end of term menu - bring your school ID, uniform or prove you're one of our amazing school faculty staff and grab 1/2 price drinks*
13/09/2026
🏉 GRAND FINAL DAY, SORTED.
Three hours of b**r, w**e and team-themed cocktails, plus any food item from the menu. Yep, the Footy Canteen counts too.
🍻 2–5pm
🎟️ $75 pre-booked | $99 on the day
Watch the game on our massive Warehouse screen or across The Showroom Social. Stick around for footy comps, $1,000+ in half-time prizes and the James Franklin Trio after the final siren.
Round up the crew, wear your colours and book ahead to save 🔥
12/09/2026
Who has checked out our new Photobooth in the Showroom Social?
08/09/2026
Pot & Parma night has hit The Budgie!
Every Friday - get a feed and a bev.
Book via link in bio
07/09/2026
CAR SHOW LOADING...
Grand Final Public Holiday Car Show is fast approaching and we cannot wait to welcome back some pretty special cars!
Got a classic, custom or unique car or a fan of some fine pieces of machinery, we'd love to see you from 12-4pm on the 25th September!
06/09/2026
NEXT SATURDAY!
Join us for Canvas & Cocktails at The Budgie, hosted by professionally trained artist Zara from Aurora Art.
Our Showroom transforms into a relaxed art studio surrounded by classic cars and great vibes. Zara will guide you step-by-step as you create your own masterpiece to take home, all while enjoying unlimited themed cocktails, b**r and w**e!
Your ticket includes:
🎨 Primed 30cm x 40cm canvas
🖌️ Paints, palette, brushes and apron
👩🎨 Guidance and hands-on assistance
🍹 Unlimited themed cocktails, b**r and w**e
🖼️ Your finished artwork to take home
UPCOMING SESSIONS:
🌸 Saturday 19 September: Spring Has Sprung
🌵 Saturday 17 October: Cacti Cocktails
🏖️ Saturday 21 November: Life’s a Beach
Perfect for a catch-up with friends, a date day or simply trying something different!
Seats are limited. Grab your tickets via link in bio 👇
03/09/2026
Footy Finals are here (still don't know if the wildcard counts?!) and there is no better place to watch than down at The Showroom Social!
+ Keys & Cocktails on TONIGHT!
+ $25 Pot & Parma
+ $10 Mixers & Spritzes before 8pm
See you tonight
03/09/2026
$10 Pints of Guinness. All night. Every Thursday
02/09/2026
Thirst Thursdays! $10 Guinness Pints in the Showroom Social + TightA$$ Trivia in the warehouse!
31/08/2026
Yep! Friday's just got better. For $25 grab one of our delicious parmas and a pot of any tap beverages!
27/08/2026
GRAND FINAL EVE CAR SHOW!
Cars are taking over The Budgie this public holiday Friday!
Join us from 12pm to 4pm for an afternoon of classic, custom and unique cars, cold drinks and Holly’s Canteen food specials.
- Bring a car and receive a FREE schooner
- Bar open from 12pm
- Holly’s Canteen and BBQ specials
- Scotty DJ in the Warehouse from 8pm
- Free entry all day
Got something worth showing off? Bring it down and be part of the display!
Friday, September 25
Car Show from 12pm to 4pm
27/08/2026
🏆 AFL GRAND FINAL DAY AT THE BUDGIE!
We’re opening from 11am for one massive day of footy, food, drinks, competitions and live music!
- The Grand Final LIVE on the big screen in the Warehouse
- The game playing on ALLLLLL the TVs in Showroom Social
- Holly’s Canteen serving footy food specials
- First Goal, Norm Smith and Winning Margin competitions
AT HALF TIME:
The Budgie Handball Shootout
Win a $100 bar tab, slabs, merch and plenty more!
AFTER THE SIREN:
James Franklin Trio LIVE
Free entry all day. Get in early, grab your spot and settle in for the biggest day on the footy calendar!
Saturday, September 26
Doors open from 11am
27/08/2026
PUBLIC HOLIDAY EVE AT THE BUDGIE!
We’re kicking off the long weekend on Thursday night with footy, trivia, drink specials and a DJ!
- Tighta$$ Trivia with an upgraded major prize:
$200 Budgie Bar Tab
Grand Final Day Food Package for up to 6 people
Downstairs in Showroom Social:
- Wear your footy colours and get a FREE b**r
- 2025 Grand Final Replay on the screens
- $12 footy drink specials
- DJ from 8pm
Round up the crew and get the Grand Final weekend started early!
Thursday, September 24
Free entry
26/08/2026
FOOTY FINALS ARE HERE!
And there is no better place to watch than in the Showroom Social. With a creamy pint of course!
EVERY match LIVE across multiple screens!
22/08/2026
Platter-Day is here!
Come grab one of our antipasto boards, a cocktail and sort your Saturday out right!
20/08/2026
Trivia in the warehouse, footy on in the Showroom!
Whether your testing your general knowledge or cheering on the Saints tonight, we're here ready for you!
19/08/2026
The Showroom Social is ready for a big weekend of Live Sport!
The final round of the AFL season and don't miss a kick in the Showroom playing each and every game, siren to siren!
+ of course your favourite pint of Guinness, a game of pool and some classic tunes on the jukebox
Address
1/166 Maroondah Highway
Ringwood, VIC
3134
To get to the cocktail bar and restaurant located on Maroondah Highway in Melbourne by public transport, you can take the train or bus. The nearest train station is approximately a 15-minute walk from the location, while several buses stop just a few blocks away.
If you prefer to drive, there are plenty of parking options available. There is an onsite parking area and off-street parking available nearby.
To reach the location by car, follow Maroondah Highway until you reach the intersection with Main Street. From there, it should be easy to spot the establishment.
Overall, whether you choose to use public transport or drive yourself, finding this popular cocktail bar and restaurant should not be too difficult!
Opening Hours
| Thursday |
5pm - 10pm |
| Friday |
4:30pm - 12am |
| Saturday |
1pm - 12am |
| Sunday |
1pm - 7pm |
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What people say
The Budgie Bar is a hidden gem located in Ringwood, Melbourne that offers an unforgettable experience for cocktail lovers and foodies alike. This converted warehouse bar boasts an open floor plan with a sun-filled beer garden, concrete bar, and a Palm Springs inspired cacti corner that creates a unique atmosphere perfect for Friday after-work drinks or Saturday catch-ups with friends.
The menu at The Budgie Bar is impressive, featuring the finest cocktails, curated wine selections, beers on tap, and delicious food. Whether you're looking for a classic cocktail or something more adventurous, the skilled bartenders will craft the perfect drink to suit your taste buds.
In addition to being a public cocktail bar, The Budgie Bar also serves as a stylish industrial-style warehouse function/event and gallery space called The Budgie Smuggler. It's an ideal venue for private events such as weddings, corporate functions or birthday parties.
Despite being tucked away off Maroondah Hwy in Ringwood, The Budgie Bar is easily accessible from Melbourne CBD by car or train. It's no wonder why it's one of the fastest-growing venues in the Eastern Suburbs and an absolute necessity to try out. So why not check out their spaces and book your next table for a night at The Budgie? You won't be disappointed!
