Licenced Pub & Live Entertainment

Offered for sale is a highly recognisable and consistently performing licensed hospitality business located in one of Melbourne’s most desirable trading precincts.
Operating from a landmark heritage building on Sydney Road, Brunswick, The property represents a rare opportunity to acquire a scale venue with diversified revenue streams, brand equity, and a well-established operational framework.

With a liquor licence for up to 799 patrons and 2am trading rights, the venue includes multiple indoor and outdoor service zones, a dedicated live music bandroom, a large-format beer garden, and a full commercial kitchen. It has operated successfully for over two decades and remains a high-traffic, high-demand destination for live entertainment, casual dining, and private events.

THE VENUE:
• Licensed for 799 patrons
• Liquor licence to 2am on weekends
• Approx. 750 sqm total venue footprint across multiple service areas
• Two Operational Bars (indoor and outdoor)
• Dedicated Bandroom with in-built stage, AV infrastructure, and green room
• Expansive Outdoor Beer Garden with private booth seating, heating, and decking
• Full Commercial Kitchen including walk-in cool room and professional-grade appliances
• Configured to support concurrent trading zones and events

OPERATIONAL FOCUS:
• Live music and ticketed events
• Casual dining and weekly food promotions
• Private functions and group bookings
• Regular programming: DJs, trivia, community events

INVESTMENT HIGHLIGHTS

• Established Venue with Brand Recognition:
Over 20 years of trading history with a loyal customer base and strong reputation across Melbourne’s inner-north
• Premium Location:
Positioned within one of Victoria’s most active and evolving lifestyle precincts with excellent transport connectivity and strong surrounding demographics
• Revenue Diversification:
Income generated across dine-in, bar trade, entertainment, and private hire — with significant capacity to scale the function and event offering
• Strong Physical Asset Base:
Fully fitted-out premises with high-spec infrastructure including bars, stage, kitchen, and AV systems — mitigating future capex
• Scalable Operations:
Potential for expansion of trading hours, function volume, curated experiences, and even multi-site brand extension under new ownership
• Favourable Lease Terms:
Secure long-term lease with attractive lease conditions relative to the venue’s footprint and position.
• Experienced Staff and Management in Place:
Strong team structure allows for a seamless transition to new ownership

GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES
• Increase private and ticketed event bookings through targeted marketing
• Develop brand further across merchandise, digital content, or satellite events
• Expand midweek trading with partnerships, themed activations, or extended menu offers
• Explore new revenue verticals: brunch service, craft beer programming, or collaborative gigs

TARGET BUYER PROFILE
• Hospitality groups seeking a flagship asset in Melbourne’s inner north
• Experienced operators looking to expand into a large-format venue with event capacity
• Strategic investors and family offices targeting high-yield lifestyle assets
• Event or entertainment businesses seeking vertically integrated control over venue operations
• Private equity firms building hospitality portfolios with operating staff in place