Pilgrim Bar

Snag a seat right on the water. Pilgrim Bar anchors Federation Wharf with serious waterfront flex. A breezy arvo session here—watching Yarra River rowers glide past—is mandatory Melbourne. Those who track down the city's sharpest riverside pours constantly point their mates this way. No basic pub grub here. The kitchen slings beautifully blistered margherita pizzas alongside vibrant cracked freekeh salads, leaning heavily into native Australian ingredients. The absolute power move? Booking the Gin High Tea. Two hours of bottomless Prosecco. Savoury and sweet platters. Hyper-creative gin infusions—think warm apple pie botanicals. Stellar hospitality keeps the drinks flowing. Unbeatable CBD-edge views. Just a killer spot to soak up the sun. Book ahead for the weekend—that al fresco patio fills up fast.