#1
Macedon Village Hotel
Read 513 reviewsReputation score: 97/100
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2026 rankings VIC
7 Best Bars & Pubs
in Gisborne
Compare the top 7 bars & pubs in Gisborne, ranked by Google reviews and business profile details.
Collected 26 September 2026 · 4,038 reported Google reviews across 7 businesses
See the 7 listings ↓Top 7 Bars & Pubs in Gisborne, VIC
1–7 of 7The shortlist
Based on records collected 26 September 2026, Macedon Village Hotel (4.7 stars from 513 Google reviews), Riddells Creek Hotel (4.5 stars from 753 Google reviews) and Gisborne Food & Wine Co. (4.5 stars from 426 Google reviews) lead LocalLocal's Gisborne bars & pubs ranking.
The score describes the public review record. Read recent reviews and confirm the job with the business before booking.
#2
Riddells Creek Hotel
Read 753 reviewsReputation score: 95/100
#3
Gisborne Food & Wine Co.
Read 426 reviewsReputation score: 95/100
#4
Baringo Food and Wine Co.
Read 352 reviewsReputation score: 92/100
#5
Castello's Victorian Tavern
Read 832 reviewsReputation score: 89/100
#6
Gisborne Telegraph Hotel
Read 386 reviewsReputation score: 88/100
#7
Holgate Brewhouse
Read 776 reviewsReputation score: 87/100
Showing 7 of 7 businesses. This ranking covers our Gisborne listings. This is not a complete census. How we rank them →
What the numbers say about bars & pubs in Gisborne
LocalLocal's Gisborne capture includes 7 bars & pubs with 4,038 reported Google reviews. The median rating is 4.2 stars, backed by a median of 513 reviews.
A high average means more when plenty of people have contributed. Open the Google review link on a listing to check recent feedback about work like yours. Contact the business to confirm it serves your address.
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Questions about bars & pubs in Gisborne and the evidence behind this list.
Who leads LocalLocal's Gisborne bars & pubs ranking?
Based on records collected 26 September 2026, the highest-scoring businesses are Macedon Village Hotel (4.7 stars from 513 Google reviews); Riddells Creek Hotel (4.5 stars from 753 Google reviews); Gisborne Food & Wine Co. (4.5 stars from 426 Google reviews). These positions describe our captured review record, not a guarantee about the work.
How are bars & pubs in Gisborne ranked?
LocalLocal's score gives up to 50 points for rating quality, 30 for review volume and 20 for available profile details. Equal scores are ordered by star rating, then review count, then a stable business identifier. The method is published on our methodology page.
What does the review record look like for bars & pubs in Gisborne?
The 7 bars & pubs captured for Gisborne hold 4,038 reported Google reviews. The median rating is 4.2 stars and the median review count is 513. These figures describe our sample, not every local business.
What should I check before booking?
Confirm that the business serves your address and handles your type of work. Read recent Google reviews, ask about any relevant licences or registration, and get the scope and charges in writing.
How current are these details?
The listings were collected 26 September 2026. This is a dated snapshot, not a live Google feed. Confirm current hours, availability and pricing with the business.
Can a business update its listing?
Yes. Open the business profile and select Update details. Explain the correction and include a public source. Correction and removal requests are reviewed before the record changes.