The Tessie Pearl Hotel

Stopped in on our way to a convention after party event and it was such a great experience we came back again. Sara was the bartender who assisted us, she was friendly and incredibly well poised even with the absolute mountain of glassware that had grown from all the Rotarians stopping by for happy hour. Happy hour was top notch, prosecco was tasty and the beer nice and cold!

No pretentious accoutrements here!Just good music, comfy seating, cold beer, and one of the best espresso martinis in Melbourne.Great wind down after a night out.

Sarah was by far one of the best bartenders I’ve run into! Cool vibes, pool table and music. Ambiance is cozy with hanging plants. 10/10 would go again

Come here on a semi regular basis. Normally it’s great! Good tunes, the guys who work there are lovely. However went there tonight. There was only 1 girl on. She also seemed super hungover. I went up to the bar and her head was resting on it looking like she was taking a nap. Had to basically wake her up to order my drink. It was kind of busy too. They have a happy hour that lasts til 8pm. Ordered some drinks at 7.56. Took her til 8.02 to make them. She tried to charge me full price. I said that I ordered them at 7.56 so it should be happy hour prices and she persisted on charging me full price. I left the drinks and am pretty disappointed in a place that I usually love

Had a wonderful time at Tessie’s. After meeting friendly owner, Ben, he invited me to play pool & we chatted about travels, footy & other. Highly recommend! Good food, beers & staff. Cheers!

I have celebrated a few birthdays here with friends and, quite frankly, this place is probably our new watering hole!Bar staff are friendly. Music is great (old school mixed with new). Great lighting for photos too.

This spot truly deserves a special mention.They do decent drinks on happy hour, has very friendly staff & great vibes.Perfect spot to relax after a long day at work

Honestly one of my favourite bars in Melbourne. Bartenders are great, always down for a chat and super friendly. Perfect atmosphere for after work drinks during the week or pre gaming on the weekend.

Great bar, nice staff, with a good selection of beers. Lots of outdoor smoking, which is great if you're a smoker. It's terrible if you're not.

Update: due to the horrible and unprofessional response to a well considered and detailed review that obviously got the owners knickers in a twist, I've changed the review to 1 star. Obviously from this response it shows they don't care one iota about their customer service and the following review is a accurate description of the sub par and rude experience you will get at this venueDuring my recent visit to Tessie Pearl Pub in South Wharf, I had a somewhat average experience. While there were some positive aspects, there were also areas that could use improvement.Let's start with the positives. The pub's happy hour was decent. The discounts and specials offered during this time were enticing and provided good value for money though giving you sub par offerings. Though it was a opportunity to socialize with friends and enjoy some affordable drinks.However, I must mention that I was disappointed with the choice of spirits for the house pour. The selection seemed limited and lacked some popular and premium options. It would be beneficial if Tessie Pearl Pub could expand their spirit offerings to cater to a wider range of preferences rather than the cheapest option.Additionally, I found the taste of the Carlton beer to be rank. There was a soapy flavor that detracted from any enjoyment of the beer. I had higher expectations for the quality and taste of the beer, so this was a bit of a letdown. Ensuring that the beers served are fresh and consistently flavorful would greatly enhance the experience.Furthermore, the postmix drinks were a bit flat, lacking the desired carbonation and flavor. It would be beneficial for the pub to pay closer attention to the preparation of their soft drinks to ensure they are served at their best.Lastly, it is worth mentioning that the atmosphere was affected by a few disruptive individuals who were drawn to the pub due to its cheap drink prices. These individuals created a less than ideal environment, making it less enjoyable for other patrons. While it's understandable that inexpensive drinks may attract a diverse crowd, maintaining a respectful and welcoming atmosphere should be a priority for the pub.Overall, Tessie Pearl Pub in South Wharf offers a subpar experience. The happy hour specials are ok, but improvements are needed in the choice of spirits, beer quality, and postmix drinks. Now I know why it's empty on a Saturday night..