The Cricketers Bar

We cane here on our last day in Australia and it did not disappoint!

Everything about this place is great. You can’t beat the lunch specials at $20, for one dish and a small glass of beer!

The variety of beer on tap was good, but the food was amazingly much better than we had expected. The place is in an old building right across from Parliament, so alfresco dining allows you to enjoy a nice view of Parliament on a nice day, while drinking inside can let you enjoy the history in the architecture.

Staff were very hospitable and patient with us as well.

Fabulous. We shared in the wonderful service given to us as soon as we walked. The bar attendant gave us a lovely greeting, and she greeted everyone in the same manner. We ordered a snack of wedges, which were lovely and hot served with 2 dips. We soaked in the lovely atmosphere. Enjoyable afternoon break

One of the better hotel bars I've visited.

A decent, if standard, beer selection but they always have a really good and well priced lunch special.

Friendly and professional service, and views of the trams and parliament as an added extra.

Nice bar with outdoor seating with good view at the top end of town. Met four girlfriends here for a pre dinner drink early on a Thursday evening. Was quite busy, with most of the outside tables taken. Had a gin and tonic with the house gin - Bombay Sapphire for $9 and no surcharge for paying by credit card.

Great bar within The Hotel Windsor. Loved it. Any cricket fan would love this bar and all the wonderful memorabilia 🙂. I was fortunate enough to watch the end of the boxing day test there 2023 🙂.

Great place for some refreshments.

I really love the ambience of the hotel and the bar. Staff is very friendly and accommodating. They offer bar meals during the weekday. The portion is not quite big, but the favour is better than most restaurants I have been to. Really recommend to everyone.

Great staff and good lunch deal. Worth a visit as it has good history and is an icon of Melbourne Bars

Just a brilliant hidden gem! Tam and the crew are just delightful. The sporting memorabilia is almost enough just to go into the bar for a look and see. Lunch specials are exceptionally good value. First rate!

Great spot to chill out. Nice light snacks, cocktails and a beer

What fantastic staff I encountered during my stay here!
I stayed in the Windsor Hotel for two nights in July 2022, and the staff at The Cricketer's Bar at the hotel were outstanding! Scott and Tamara were incredibly warm, welcoming and helpful. These adjectives really don't do them justice. It's been such a long time since I've come across bar staff of their calibre. The Windsor Hotel is very lucky to have them.
Thank you so much Scott and Tamara.
Libby (from Ireland)

Lovely little place, recommended for bar and cricket affianados alike.

Nice place to sit outside and enjoy a drink

Great food, beer and atmosphere.

Excellent service and a high quality Chicken Parmagiana.

Ducked in here to avoid the rain (and protesters) and was such a pleasant surprise. Love the decor, staff were so helpful and friendly and drinks went down a treat. Looking forward to returning in the future!

Away from the madding crowd, a quiet retreat to grab a quick lunch. Friendly staff, excellent service, food very good.

Love this place. Riddled with history and old charm. Great bar staff and fantastic happy hour prices. Great beers on tap when I was there, White Rabbit dark, Heineken, Carlton, Furphy, 150 lashes to name a few.

Great bar in Melbourne at the top of spring street. A classic Melbourne bar with solid pub food. I had the lamb shank and a pot for $20 special.

For those who are looking for a dog friendly bar in the CBR, the outdoor section is a dog friendly area. The toasted sandwich from the bar is excellent