The Alderman

The Alderman Classic, elegant bar possessing a leafy courtyard, crackling fire and Art Deco fit-out, this is the perfect place for intimate dates and relaxed gatherings

Located on Lygon Street in Brunswick East, The Alderman is one of the oldest bars in its area. A thoughtful selection of delicious wine, cocktails, and Sicilian food from our friends at Bar Idda can be enjoyed in our leafy courtyard, upstairs on the deck, or by our cosy indoor fireplace. Our upstairs lounge areas and deck are also available for functions and private parties.

Two Dirty Carajos’ and our newest cocktailTequila, Licor 43, espresso, orange. Our take on the classic Latin American Ca...
18/07/2026

Two Dirty Carajos’ and our newest cocktail

Tequila, Licor 43, espresso, orange. Our take on the classic Latin American Carajillo.

Mega late notice but July DJ line-up just dropped!Tonight and every Saturday from 8-12.
04/07/2026

Mega late notice but July DJ line-up just dropped!
Tonight and every Saturday from 8-12.

Louise ParamorBoomtown no.62016Gloss enamel painted paper collages Louise, apart from being an amazing artist was also p...
02/07/2026

Louise Paramor
Boomtown no.6
2016
Gloss enamel painted paper collages

Louise, apart from being an amazing artist was also part owner of the Alderman for a long time, so its essential that we have something by her in the space.
This work is so beautiful no matter where you view it from, the construction is so precise, and from afar its so striking and enigmatic.
I love how much personality her assemblages have, the way the building and this structure play off against each other has all this humor and tension in equal measure.
You can see lots of Louise’s work in public as well, on the pen link and the coburg bike trail, so keep an eye out for other fantastic objects.

~ Genie

Our Martinez is waiting for you.Oud Genever, sweet & dry vermouth, bitters.
27/06/2026

Our Martinez is waiting for you.
Oud Genever, sweet & dry vermouth, bitters.

We love love...Wedding bookings now available on Sundays at The Alderman!Our whole venue will accomodate 60-100 of your ...
25/06/2026

We love love...
Wedding bookings now available on Sundays at The Alderman!
Our whole venue will accomodate 60-100 of your loved ones. Email [email protected] for more info.
Enjoy some shots from Laz & Meg’s engagement💌

The Bitter Guiseppe is a negroni’s sexy younger sister and we cannot get enough of her!Cynar, sweet vermouth, orange bit...
15/05/2026

The Bitter Guiseppe is a negroni’s sexy younger sister and we cannot get enough of her!

Cynar, sweet vermouth, orange bitters, lemon, olive.
Here until its not.

Vinyl picks of the week…Way Dynamic- Massive Shoe, Dry Cleaning- Stumpwork, and The Space Lady’s greatest hits.
07/05/2026

Vinyl picks of the week…

Way Dynamic- Massive Shoe, Dry Cleaning- Stumpwork, and The Space Lady’s greatest hits.

untitled - Warren O’Brien ~2017I bought this work from the Gala in 2018, I had seen dozens of Warrens paintings in the ...
04/05/2026

untitled - Warren O’Brien ~2017

I bought this work from the Gala in 2018, I had seen dozens of Warrens paintings in the past, but this one really stuck with me and I knew I had to have it.
Arts Project is a great organization that provides studio access and gallery representation to artists with intellectual disabilities.
This painting has held the spot opposite the bar for about 5 years, and no matter how much time I’ve spent looking at it I always find something new.
Warrens work is always really captivating, and I love how this one changes when the afternoon light hits it.
~Genie

We will be highlighting a few works from our collection in upcoming posts so stay tuned!

Sauvignon out, Savagnin in. This lovely number from is a biodynamic, minimal intervention Savagnin which has spent some...
30/04/2026

Sauvignon out, Savagnin in. This lovely number from is a biodynamic, minimal intervention Savagnin which has spent some time in French oak. Complex, well balanced, and an Autumn evening staple.

Every Saturday night from 8-12 at The Alderman, we hand the decks to a new DJ. This is our line up for the month of May ...
28/04/2026

Every Saturday night from 8-12 at The Alderman, we hand the decks to a new DJ. This is our line up for the month of May x

New Grenache/Garnacha on the menu from Rioja, Spain. Fruit-forward, berries & dark fruits + a delicate white pepper spic...
14/04/2026

New Grenache/Garnacha on the menu from Rioja, Spain. Fruit-forward, berries & dark fruits + a delicate white pepper spice.

Super duper drinkable & fun, share with friends.

Address

134 Lygon Street
Melbourne, VIC
3057

Opening Hours

Tuesday 5pm - 11pm
Wednesday 5pm - 11pm
Thursday 5pm - 11pm
Friday 5pm - 1am
Saturday 3pm - 1am

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