Opening hours
| Monday | 12 pm – 1 am |
| Tuesday | 12 pm – 1 am |
| Wednesday | 12 pm – 1 am |
| Thursday | 12 pm – 1 am |
| Friday | 12 pm – 1 am |
| Saturday | 12 pm – 1 am |
| Sunday | 12 pm – 1 am |
Times shown in local time (Melbourne). Public holiday hours may differ.
- AddressEast Melbourne VIC
- Websitetheaviary.com.au
- CuisinePubs & Bistros
East Melbourne VIC · 2.7 km from Melbourne centre
Popular times
Estimated from typical visit patterns for pubs & bistros venues and this venue's opening hours — not live data.
At a glance
- TypePub
- CuisinePubs & Bistros
- AreaEast Melbourne, Melbourne
- StateVictoria
- HoursOpen 7 days, open late most nights
About The Aviary
The Aviary brings Pubs & Bistros food to East Melbourne in Victoria. You'll find it at East Melbourne VIC, roughly 2.7 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.
The Aviary is open 7 days, open late most nights; the venue offers dine-in.
Planning a night out in East Melbourne? 10 other venues are within a short distance, including Dare III and Rustic Thai Kitchen.
Amenities & services
- 🍽️Dine-in
- 🍸Licensed / bar
What to order
Signature pubs & bistros dishes to look out for.
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Closest restaurants to The Aviary
The 10 nearest places to eat, with distance and travel time.
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Dare III 🍖 Korean · 56-58 Victoria Street, East Melbourne30 mS · 1 min walk
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2
Rustic Thai Kitchen 🍜 Thai · 54 Victoria Street, East Melbourne40 mSW · 1 min walk
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3
Thy Thy Counter & Canteen 🍲 Vietnamese · 60-66 Victoria Street, East Melbourne40 mSE · 1 min walk
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4
Thai Food Station 🍜 Thai · 40 Victoria Street, Richmond50 mSW · 1 min walk
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5
Mighty Bear Chinese Grill 🥟 Chinese · 2835aaddr:interpolation Victoria Street, Abbotsford60 mE · 1 min walk
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6
Victoria Lounge ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 68 Victoria Street, Richmond60 mSE · 1 min walk
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7
Tran Tran 🍲 Vietnamese · 3/72 Victoria Street, Richmond70 mSE · 1 min walk
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8
iSpicy 🍜 Thai · 80 Victoria Street, Richmond90 mSE · 1 min walk
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9
Old Kingdom Chinese 🥟 Chinese · 82 Victoria Street, Richmond100 mSE · 1 min walk
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10
Minh Minh 🍜 Thai · 86 Victoria Street, Richmond110 mSE · 1 min walk
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Eating out in East Melbourne
East Melbourne is home to 32 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, pizza restaurants. Within 25 km of The Aviary there are 8,641 restaurants, cafés and pubs to choose from.
Nearby suburbs worth exploring include Abbotsford (740 m), Collingwood (960 m), Jolimont (1.1 km), Richmond (1.4 km).
Cuisine mix in East Melbourne
Frequently asked questions
Where is The Aviary located?
The Aviary is located at East Melbourne VIC. It is about 2.7 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 The Aviary?
The Aviary is open 7 days, open late most nights. 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 The Aviary serve?
The Aviary serves Pubs & Bistros cuisine. Browse our pubs & bistros menu guide for typical dishes and dietary options.
How can I contact The Aviary?
You can reach The Aviary or via its website.
What is the closest restaurant to The Aviary?
The closest venue is Dare III, about 30 m to the south (1 min walk). Other close options include Rustic Thai Kitchen (40 m), Thy Thy Counter & Canteen (40 m), Thai Food Station (50 m).
What are some recommended places to eat near The Aviary?
Popular, well-documented choices nearby include Roccella (Italian, 910 m), Añada (Spanish & Portuguese, 1.2 km), Frenchie (French, 1.8 km).
Where else can I find pubs & bistros food near East Melbourne?
Other pubs & bistros venues close by include Abbots Yard (250 m), Friendly Societies Hotel (270 m), The Yorkshire Hotel (280 m).
How many restaurants are there in East Melbourne?
Our guide lists 32 places to eat in East Melbourne, most commonly cafés & brunch (11), pubs & bistros (5), pizza restaurants (3). Within 25 km there are 8,641 venues in total.