Savour & Slurp at the Best Oyster Bars in Melbourne

There’s never a bad time to enjoy a delectable bounty from the sea. Whether you prefer your oysters natural, dressed with a classic mignonette, or perhaps even battered and cooked, we’ve rounded up the top places in Melbourne in which to enjoy them.

They’re best paired with a glass of wine, in case you need any more incentive to make this your new weekend ritual.

Are you ready? Go forth and slurp at the best oyster bars in Melbourne in 3, 2, 1…

Arlechin – $3 Oyster Frenzy

Every Wednesday night, Arlechin throws the kind of party oysters dream about. From 5:30pm ‘til sold out, slurp your way through freshly shucked $3 Sydney Rock Oysters – natural with lemon and vinaigrette or Florentine with the works. Pair with a martini and call it your midweek main character moment.

Mornane Place, Melbourne

The Walrus

The Walrus in St Kilda is an oyster lover’s dream come true. This lively wine and oyster bar dazzles with freshly shucked oysters sourced from pristine Australian waters, served alongside decadent oyster pâté and standout seafood dishes like sea urchin pasta. Pour your own perfectly chilled martinis at the table, soaking up groovy vinyl vibes and warm, moody interiors. With a curated list of crisp whites and sparkling wines, it’s the ultimate spot to sip, slurp, and savour in style.

Ground Floor/9 Inkerman Street, St Kilda

Champagne Problems

Champagne Problems in Melbourne’s CBD serves up a sparkling oyster deal that’s hard to resist. From Tuesday to Saturday, 4pm to 7pm, enjoy $2 oysters with any drink purchase — each served with zesty lemon and refreshing champagne granita. This bubbly haven pairs fresh, briny oysters with a lively, stylish vibe, making it the perfect spot to kick back after work or celebrate any occasion with a splash of class and a shuck or two.

Tuesday to Saturday, 4pm to 7pm

238 Little Collins Street, Melbourne

Stop Whining Seafood Wine Bar

Stop Whining is Melbourne’s new (and ultimate) oyster playground, serving up 16 varieties of freshly shucked perfection with a zesty native citrus mignonette that wakes up your taste buds. This buzzing Chinatown seafood and wine bar, crafted by the Muli Express crew, pairs laid-back vibes with seriously next-level flavours. While you’re shucking down oysters like a pro, why not dive headfirst into buttery lobster rolls, silky sashimi, and the wild card—sea urchin ice cream?

For fresh, punchy seafood served with a side of cheeky vibes, Stop Whining is basically your new obsession. Warning: you might never want to leave (or stop ordering).

161 Little Bourke Street, Melbourne 

O’Connell’s Hotel

O’Connell’s Hotel serves up a Friday afternoon dream: freshly shucked oysters at just $3 each, paired with crisp glasses of Champagne for $15. Across three hours, this lively spot invites you to kick back and indulge in briny oysters dressed with a zesty native citrus mignonette.

The vibe is relaxed yet refined, perfectly matched by their stellar wine list and elevated pub dishes like wood-fired king prawns with nduja butter. A sparkling way to start the weekend!

Fridays, 3:30pm to 6:30pm

407 Coventry Street, South Melbourne

Pinchy’s

Pinchy’s dazzles with neon lights, pink velvet booths, and shimmering disco balls, creating a playful seafood haven. Two bars tempt: one with craft brews and cocktails, the other dedicated to Champagne, prosecco, and local sparkling. The menu shines with seafood highlights, led by the iconic Maine lobster roll and a dozen fresh Coffin Bay oysters, shucked to order and served natural with a zesty green chilli and spearmint mignonette.

Level 1/200 Bourke Street, Melbourne

Firebird

It’s a big yes to Firebird, the grill-driven Vietnamese hotspot where weekends mean Endless Lunch — bottomless market-fresh oysters with house condiments and zesty citrus. Paired with bottomless frites dusted in lemongrass sate salt and black garlic aioli, plus refreshing cocktails and captivating interiors, it’s the perfect recipe for a lively, delicious weekend escape.

223 High Street, Windsor

Muli Express

Oysters, oysters, and more oysters — that’s the game at Muli Express, Chinatown’s dedicated oyster bar. This small but spirited spot, decked out in bright under-the-sea-themed decor, champions the freshest dozen every time. Keep it simple: pick your oysters and have them shucked right before your eyes. Standing room only means you savour them au naturel, fresh as can be—only rivalled by visiting the oyster farm itself. If oyster love is real, Muli Express is your new happy place.

Sitchu Tip: Elevate your night with a refined oyster and seafood deluxe dinner at the original Muli in Carlton — a true haven for seafood lovers craving the freshest, finest catches.

163 Little Bourke Street, Melbourne

Brico

Housed in a historic Carlton North venue, Brico is a neighbourhood wine bar and restaurant you simply can’t miss. The menu strikes the perfect balance between classic wine bar bites and hearty dishes — think confit duck leg with lentils — that keep you lingering long after that first drink. Begin with seasonal oysters by the dozen, paired with a delicate white pepper mignonette that elevates their fresh, briny flavour. Bright and inviting, Brico is made for afternoons that effortlessly drift into memorable evenings filled with great food, wine, and company.

555 Nicholson Street, Carlton North 

Hazel 

Hazel is a standout Melbourne CBD spot, where every dish is crafted with care and presented like art, showcasing the best local produce. Their oysters? Simply some of the city’s finest. Hazel partners only with producers committed to sustainability and traditional methods, sourcing gems from NSW’s Wapengo Organic Rock Oysters to Port Lincoln’s pristine farms. Each bite delivers fresh, salty ocean goodness — proof that thoughtful sourcing makes all the difference on your plate.

Sitchu Tip: The Seafood on Ice for Two? Absolutely unmissable.

164 Flinders Lane, Melbourne 

Pipi’s Kiosk

Oysters by the beach? Say less. At Pipis Kiosk in Albert Park, the vibe is breezy, the view everchanging, and the Sydney Rocks come dressed in a zippy rhubarb mignonette. Pair your dozen with their signature Oyster Martini — wet, crisp and coastal, featuring Never Never Oyster Shell Gin, a touch of olive brine, and Constance Fino orange bitters. It’s the kind of seaside indulgence that makes you want to linger a little longer, sip a little slower, and order just one more round.

129A Beaconsfield Parade, Albert Park

Omnia Bar & Bistro

Got time for a long lunch? Omnia Bistro & Bar is calling. Their Pacific oysters — fresh from a family-run farm in Little Douglas Bay, SA — are served with a sharp mignonette that lets the quality shine. It’s a chic yet relaxed spot where oysters and date nights go hand in hand. While the aphrodisiac qualities are a bonus, it’s Omnia’s effortless elegance, top-tier produce, and smooth service that really seal the deal. Grab a glass of bubbles, settle in, and let the good times roll.

625 Chapel Street, South Yarra

Pearl Diver 

In the heart of Melbourne’s theatre precinct, Pearl Diver delivers drama of a different kind — think impeccably shucked oysters, a razor-sharp wine list, and a bistro menu with flair. This isn’t just a pit stop for pre-show snacks; it’s a destination in its own right. Oysters change with the seasons and arrive with serious pedigree.

Swing by solo for a glass and a slurp, or rally the crew and go big with the showstopping oyster tower — it’s the ultimate seafood centrepiece with serious wow factor.

56 Little Bourke Street, Melbourne

Pearl Chablis & Oyster Bar

Pearl Chablis & Oyster Bar is Melbourne’s chic little love letter to the sea and the cellar. Hidden in the CBD, this intimate spot brings together Australia’s freshest oysters and the country’s largest collection of Chablis — over 500 bottles, to be exact. Grilled, chilled, or served au naturel, each oyster is shucked to order and sourced sustainably from NSW’s famed Oyster Coast.

It’s a dream for those who like their wine crisp, their seafood pristine, and their evenings kissed with a little indulgence. 

108/200 Bourke Street, Melbourne 

Honourable Mention for the Best Oysters in Melbourne Goes to…

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Aptus Seafoods

Aptus Seafoods has been reeling in loyal locals since 1969, and now second-gen fishmongers Angelo and Petros are keeping the legacy fresh. Their latest catch? The Oyster Bar – a lively little gem tucked in the West Aisle of South Melbourne Market. Here, sustainably sourced oysters are shucked to order and served with swagger.

It’s noisy, it’s delicious, it’s surprisingly affordable – and it might just be the city’s best-kept (fishy) secret. Ask the crew for a recommendation – they know their snapper from their sardines.

322-326 Coventry Street, South Melbourne 

Slurped your way through the best oyster bars in Melbourne and feeling inspired to escape to the coast? Check out our guides to Lakes Entrance and the best restaurants in the Mornington Peninsula.