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The Drunken Poet

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The Drunken Poet is a real locals' pub: cute, cosy and friendly. That is what makes it authentically Irish. They serve great Guinness and have one of the finest selections of Irish whiskies in Australia.

The Drunken Poet is one of Melbourne's most unique live music venues, hosting local and interstate artists six nights a week. Visit on a Friday evening for the popular weekly traditional Irish music sessions, free and running since 2006.

The food offerings are simple and tasty – toasted sandwiches and pickled onions with Cheddar (plus bags of Taytos for a nibble).

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Day Times
Monday
  • Closed
Tuesday
  • 3pm - 1am 3pm - 1am
Wednesday
  • 3pm - 1am 3pm - 1am
Thursday
  • 3pm - 1am 3pm - 1am
Friday
  • 12pm - 1am 12pm - 1am
Saturday
  • 12pm - 1am 12pm - 1am
Sunday
  • 12pm - 11pm 12pm - 11pm

Location

The Drunken Poet
65 Peel St
West Melbourne 3003

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Contact details

  • telephone number: 03 9348 9797
  • email address: drunkenpoetmusic@gmail.com
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