Hip bottleshop with a great selection of local wines and beers. Pay a corkage and drink it at the bar. Low key the best bar in Ballarat.

Midtown Cellars

Don't let the run-down appearance fool you: this pub has an exceptional range of craft beers. Rotating taps. Good restaurant too.

The Mallow

It has been renovated to its former glory. Directly opposite train station in an Edwardian icon.

Live music in Ballarat: many popular Melbourne bands make the trip to perform here. Cover charge can vary depending on the band.

Thu 8-11PM, Fri Sat 8PM-4AM, Sun 10PM-2:30AM

Popular; with front bar, dance club in the rear, and a gaming room.