Westside Ale Works South Melbourne

South Melbourne, Melbourne, VIC 🍺 Pubs & Bistros

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Opening hours

MondayClosed
TuesdayClosed
WednesdayClosed
Thursday12 pm – 11 pm
Friday12 pm – 11 pm
Saturday12 pm – 11 pm
Sunday12 pm – 9 pm

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36 Alfred Street, South Melbourne VIC · 2.3 km from Melbourne centre

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At a glance

  • TypePub
  • CuisinePubs & Bistros
  • AreaSouth Melbourne, Melbourne
  • StateVictoria
  • HoursOpen 4 days a week (closed Mondays & Tuesdays & Wednesdays), open late on Thursdays & Fridays & Saturdays

About Westside Ale Works

Located in South Melbourne, VIC, Westside Ale Works is a pubs & bistros pub serving locals and visitors alike. You'll find it at 36 Alfred Street, South Melbourne VIC, roughly 2.3 km from the Melbourne city centre.

The Aussie pub bistro is an institution — hearty counter meals, chicken parmis, steak nights and roasts, served alongside a cold beer and the footy on the big screen.

Westside Ale Works is open 4 days a week (closed Mondays & Tuesdays & Wednesdays), open late on Thursdays & Fridays & Saturdays; the venue offers dine-in.

Planning a night out in South Melbourne? 10 other venues are within a short distance, including The Fleece Hotel and Foxtrot Café.

Amenities & services

  • Dine-in
  • Licensed / bar

What to order

Signature pubs & bistros dishes to look out for.

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Pub classicsBeer-battered fish & chipsTartare and lemon
From the grillChicken schnitzelChips and salad
Lighter mealsVegetarian burgerHalloumi or plant-based patty
KidsKids fish & chipsBattered fish with chips

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Closest restaurants to Westside Ale Works

The 10 nearest places to eat, with distance and travel time.

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  1. 1
    The Fleece Hotel 🍺 Pubs & Bistros · 120 Montague Street, South Melbourne
    130 mNE · 2 min walk
  2. 2
    Foxtrot Café ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 204 Gladstone Street, South Wharf
    220 mW · 3 min walk
  3. 3
    The Palace Hotel 🍺 Pubs & Bistros · 505-507 City Road, South Melbourne
    220 mS · 3 min walk
  4. 4
    The Bengal Tiger 🍛 Indian · 520 City Road, South Melbourne
    230 mE · 3 min walk
  5. 5
    burgerlove 🍔 Burgers & Chicken · 2 George Street, South Melbourne
    280 mNE · 3 min walk
  6. 6
    Four7Six ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 476 Bay Street, South Melbourne
    310 mSW · 4 min walk
  7. 7
    Swallows Hotel 🍺 Pubs & Bistros · South Wharf
    340 mW · 4 min walk
  8. 8
    Rubira's at Swallows 🦞 Seafood & Fish and Chips · 192 Station Street, Port Melbourne
    350 mW · 4 min walk
  9. 9
    O'Connell Centenary Hotel 🍺 Pubs & Bistros · South Melbourne
    380 mSE · 5 min walk
  10. 10
    The Cornerstone 🍺 Pubs & Bistros · 1 Crockford Street, South Melbourne
    380 mSW · 5 min walk

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Eating out in South Melbourne

South Melbourne is home to 122 places to eat in our guide, part of the wider Melbourne area with 9,581 venues. The local dining scene leans towards cafés & brunch, pubs & bistros, international restaurants. Within 25 km of Westside Ale Works there are 8,352 restaurants, cafés and pubs to choose from.

Nearby suburbs worth exploring include South Wharf (760 m), Yarra’s Edge (850 m), Southbank (1.5 km), Albert Park (1.6 km).

Cuisine mix in South Melbourne

  • ☕ Cafés & Brunch33
  • 🍺 Pubs & Bistros23
  • 🍽️ International12
  • 🍕 Pizza8
  • 🍣 Japanese6

Frequently asked questions

Where is Westside Ale Works located?

Westside Ale Works is located at 36 Alfred Street, South Melbourne VIC. It is about 2.3 km from the centre of Melbourne. Tap the map on this page to start turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.

What are the opening hours of Westside Ale Works?

Westside Ale Works is open 4 days a week (closed Mondays & Tuesdays & Wednesdays), open late on Thursdays & Fridays & Saturdays. Today's hours are highlighted in the opening hours table above, which shows whether it is open right now (Australia/Melbourne time). Hours can change on public holidays, so it is worth confirming before you visit.

What kind of food does Westside Ale Works serve?

Westside Ale Works serves Pubs & Bistros cuisine. Browse our pubs & bistros menu guide for typical dishes and dietary options.

How can I contact Westside Ale Works?

You can reach Westside Ale Works by phone on (03) 9694 2124 or via its website.

What is the closest restaurant to Westside Ale Works?

The closest venue is The Fleece Hotel, about 130 m to the north-east (2 min walk). Other close options include Foxtrot Café (220 m), The Palace Hotel (220 m), The Bengal Tiger (230 m).

What are some recommended places to eat near Westside Ale Works?

Popular, well-documented choices nearby include Mister Margherita (Pizza, 1.7 km), Trend Cafe and Restaurant (Pizza, 1.8 km), Steakhouse Grill 66 (Steakhouse & Grill, 2.0 km).

Where else can I find pubs & bistros food near South Melbourne?

Other pubs & bistros venues close by include Wayside Inn (390 m), Railway Club Hotel (490 m), Prince Alfred Hotel (530 m).

How many restaurants are there in South Melbourne?

Our guide lists 122 places to eat in South Melbourne, most commonly cafés & brunch (33), pubs & bistros (23), international restaurants (12). Within 25 km there are 8,352 venues in total.