About Invergordon Bar
A Scottish pub in Docklands built for one simple idea: a proper pint, a good dram, and a room made for conversation. A home for locals — and a wee slice of home for Scots, Irish and Brits living in Melbourne.
Scottish Roots. Melbourne Spirit.
Invergordon Bar was built by Dean & Erin with a clear purpose: create a bar in Docklands that feels like a real pub — the kind of place where you can walk in once and feel like you've been coming for years.
We're proud of our Scottish identity — from the Pride of Scotland tartan throughout the venue to the way we pour pints and talk whisky — but the heart of it is simple: community.
- Proper pints only — no pots or schooners.
- TV-free so the room stays social.
- BYO food friendly — bring Docklands takeaway in.
- Dog friendly — well-behaved dogs welcome.
- Near Marvel Stadium — 5–7 minute walk for pre & post-show drinks.
Dean & Erin — building a proper local in Docklands.
Why "Invergordon"?
Dean spent part of his childhood in Invergordon, Scotland — living near the train station, close to his grandparents, Norman and Thelma. The pubs there weren't just places to drink — they were places people belonged.
That feeling of belonging is what we've built here in Docklands: a bar where you can come in solo and still end up having a yarn with someone you didn't know before you walked in.
Norman & Thelma — the original "home base" in Invergordon, Scotland.
Married since 2007 — built on family, hard work, and looking after people.
A Bar Where You're Actually Welcomed
Erin's gift is making people feel comfortable — no fuss, no attitude, just genuine hospitality. If you've ever walked into a bar and felt like you were "bothering" them… this isn't that.
Whether you're from Belfast or Birmingham, Glasgow or Galway — or you're a Docklands local who just moved in down the road — Invergordon is meant to feel like your pub.
Come for a pint
Proper pours, done right — the kind you can actually taste.
Stay for the chat
No TVs. The room is built for conversation, not distraction.
Leave with mates
It's Docklands — but it feels like a village pub when it's humming.
What You'll Find at Invergordon
The details matter. We keep it simple — and we do it properly.
Proper Pints
Tennent's, Guinness, Heineken, Invergordon Lager and more — served in full pints, poured properly. No pots, no schooners.
Highland Whisky
A serious range of Scottish whiskies — from approachable everyday drams to bottles worth taking your time over. Dean knows his whisky.
Conversation First
No TVs. No sport on screens. Just a room that feels good to be in — the way a real pub should.
A Family Story
This bar is personal. It's built on family, heritage, and the belief that people need places to belong. Dean and Erin have lived across countries, started again more than once, and learned what matters: community, consistency, and doing the small things right.
If you're new to Melbourne, come in and say g'day. If you're a Docklands local, this is your place too. Either way — we'll look after you.
Hours: Mon–Tue 3pm–9pm · Wed–Thu 3pm–11pm · Fri–Sat 12pm–12am · Sun 12pm–9pm
John O'Groats — a reminder of where the story started.
Find Us
381 Docklands Drive, Docklands VIC 3008 — approximately a 5–7 minute walk from Marvel Stadium.
By tram: Routes 70, 86, and 35 all stop directly on Docklands Drive. From the CBD, Docklands is in the free tram zone — no ticket required.
On foot from the city: Walk along Bourke Street toward the waterfront, then follow Docklands Drive. You'll reach us on the left.
Mon & Tue: 3pm–9pm · Wed & Thu: 3pm–11pm · Fri & Sat: 12pm–12am · Sun: 12pm–9pm
About Invergordon Bar — FAQ
Who owns Invergordon Bar?
Invergordon Bar is owned and run by Dean and Erin Jackson. Dean spent part of his childhood in Invergordon, Scotland, and named the bar after the town where his grandparents Norman and Thelma lived.
Why is it called Invergordon Bar?
Invergordon is a town in the Scottish Highlands where Dean's grandparents lived. The pubs there were real community spaces — places people belonged. That's the feeling the bar is built around.
What kind of bar is it?
A Scottish-inspired pub — proper pints only (no pots or schooners), a serious Highland whisky range, TV-free by design, BYO food friendly, dog friendly. A room built for conversation.
Is it good for Scottish or British expats?
Yes. Invergordon Bar was built specifically to feel like home for Scottish, Irish, and British expats in Melbourne — Tennent's Lager and Guinness on tap, Highland whisky, and a tartan interior that feels familiar.
What makes it different from other Docklands bars?
No TVs. No sport on screens. Full pints only. It's run by its owners, who are on-site most nights — proper Highland whisky, BYO food welcome, and dogs are welcome too.
Is Invergordon Bar dog friendly?
Yes — dogs are welcome. It's a popular stop on the Docklands waterfront walk. Families are also welcome with minors accompanied by an adult, as per Victorian licensing.
Where is Invergordon Bar?
381 Docklands Drive, Docklands VIC 3008 — about a 5–7 minute walk from Marvel Stadium. Trams 70, 86, and 35 stop directly outside. In the free tram zone from the CBD.
What are the opening hours?
Mon & Tue: 3pm–9pm · Wed & Thu: 3pm–11pm · Fri & Sat: 12pm–12am · Sun: 12pm–9pm. Happy hour every day 4–6pm.
Come In for a Pint
If you're looking for a Scottish pub in Docklands that feels like a proper local — we'll see you at the bar. 381 Docklands Drive, walk-ins always welcome.
