Here’s the Lonely Planet Melbourne Guide best-of-the-best list:
Mountain Goat Brewery, Richmond: “This local brewery is set in a massive beer-producing warehouse.” Temple Brewery, Brunswick: “Try a seasonal craft brew at this classy brewery with a brasserie. Matilda Bay Brewery, Port Melbourne: “Great selections of beers brewed on-site.” Local Taphouse: “One of St Kilda’s finest establishments for craft beer.” Mrs Parma’s, city: “A huge selection of Victorian craft beers to accompany its 15 different kinds of chicken parmas (chicken parmigiana).” Alehouse Project: “Brunswick bar for beer snobs to convene and compare notes.” Beer DeLuxe: “This Federation Square joint has a beer bible in place of a menu, with 160 selections…”