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The Best Cocktail Bars in Melbourne
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Melbourne Cocktail Bars : 192 Listings

Pincho Disco
Latin-American Inspired Bars

Collingwood

Nestled at the vibrant intersection of Cambridge and Langridge streets, Pincho Disco is an energetic bar and restaurant that embodies the playful spirit of Latin American cuisine, in a gorgeous space ...

Baroq House
Best Bars

Melbourne CBD

After closing its doors 2 years ago for renovations, Baroq is back and better than ever before. Nestled down a 19th century cobblestone laneway, lies a truly unique and luxurious three level mansion ...

The Balaclava Hotel
Rooftop Pubs

Balaclava

Light and open, you can enjoy a drink in one of Melbourne's best locals in the south east. The Hotel Balaclava’s lively bar on the ground floor has an amazing selection of tap beers, spirits and non...

Fossey’s
Boutique Distilleries

Carlton

Located in the heart of Lygon street, Fossey's is Carlton’s very own and much loved Boutique Distillery. Featuring a seductive and charismatic upstairs Cocktail Bar plus a downstairs fully operation...

Francesca’s Bar
Vibrant High St Bars

Northcote

Experience the vibrant pulse of Francesca's Bar! At Francesca's, you can indulge in exquisite cocktails and top-shelf drinks meticulously crafted to perfection, with daily specials that will tickle yo...

Pawn & Co
Unique Southside Bars

Prahran

Step into the whimsical world of Pawn & Co, where every cocktail is a masterpiece, and each sip is a journey through curiosity and wonder. From classic favourites to their signature sips, we blend...

Bad Decisions
Johnston St Bars

Fitzroy

Bad Decisions honours those things you do when you’re having a bit too much fun. The vibe is sophisticated with a side of sordid, with leather, bespoke furniture, gold fittings throughout, and a s...

CBCo Brewing
Amazing Breweries

Port Melbourne

CBCo Brewing in Port Melbourne is the big city-living sibling of their Margaret River Brewery. CBCo Brewing is inspired by all of Melbourne’s best bits – its bustling way of life, dynamic laneways...

Baroq House
Best Bars

Melbourne CBD

After closing its doors 2 years ago for renovations, Baroq is back and better than ever before. Nestled down a 19th century cobblestone laneway, lies a truly unique and luxurious three level mansion ...

Evie’s Disco Diner
Retro Themed Bars

Fitzroy

Evies Disco Diner is an american-themed bar housed in a converted warehouse space on Gertrude St in Fitzroy. This bar/disco/diner pays homage to the 1980s (think Stranger Things) with a soundtrack tha...

The George Lounge
Stunning Basement Bars

St Kilda

The George Public Bar is housed in the Basement of the famous George Hotel on the corner of Fitzroy and Grey Street in St Kilda. It has a long and colourful history, recently undergoing a bit of a fac...

One Trick Pony
Intimate Wine Bars

Fitzroy North

Discover this intimate winebar, perched on a quiet corner in Fitzroy's north. One Trick Pony boasts a selection of both international and local wines with a focus on minimalistic approach to winemakin...

The Birmingham Hotel
Smith St Pubs

Fitzroy

The Birmingham Hotel has stood on the corner of Brunswick Street and Smith Street since 1853. Today, you'll find a warm local with friendly staff, great food, 16 taps with rotating drink specials as w...

Death or Glory
Best Bars

Prahran

Death or Glory is a cool and vibrant bar located on Chapel St in Prahran. Throughout the week they offer awesome nights such as trivia and comedy. They also have a killer menu of an array of food and ...

The Fitzroy Beer Garden
Northside Cocktail Bars

Fitzroy

Test your taste buds at The Fitzroy Beer Garden with their exclusive seasonal cocktail list that is forever changing to keep you intrigued. Here you can quench your thirst on their wide range of tap b...

Hoo Haa
Top Hidden Bars

Windsor

Eat. Drink. Dance An unassuming set of stairs transports you from the crowded footpaths of Chapel St to a hidden gem. Hoo Haa is a 3-in-1 venue, come up for dinner at our pop up restaurant Kuku Mama, ...

onesixone
Iconic Bars

Prahran

Welcome to the Disco. onesixone is a one of a kind venue. Good music, great cocktails and fantastic guests, you won't find a nightclub like it anywhere else in Australia. onesixone is a Melbourne inst...

Aster
Top Laneway Bars

Melbourne CBD

Aster stands out as a warm and intimate hideaway in Melbourne’s bustling CBD. Tucked away through a side entrance in Tattersalls Lane, the space is thoughtfully designed to feel like a neighbourhood...

Mt Alexander Hotel
Modern Pubs

Moonee Ponds

Mt Alexander Hotel is a modern pub on the iconic Mt Alexander road in Moonee Ponds. They offer a "Peak Pub" experience showcasing crowd pleasing beers across their 28 taps, from local craft beers to e...

Longrain & Longsong
Stunning CBD Bars

Melbourne CBD

Longrain has been one of Melbourne's leading institution restaurants and offers a modern Thai cuisine in an iconic double storey restored 1900’s horse stable; still to this day you can see the horse...

Pearl Diver
Cocktails & Oysters

Melbourne CBD

Pearl Diver Cocktails & Oysters (PDCO) is co-owned by Alex Boon and Pez Collier who worked with The Speakeasy Group on the Pathway to Partnership program to open their dream venue. PDCO is inspire...

Platform 28
Best Waterfront Bars

Docklands

Platform 28 is a charming restaurant and bar offering Modern Australian cuisine in the heart of vibrant Docklands. Formerly a railway goods shed, this venue stays true to the history of the site and b...

Nick & Nora’s
Top Date Bars

Melbourne CBD

This lavish venue houses 400 types of champagnes, and is here to delight the senses. This art-deco space opened in 2020 on the Paris end of Collins Street, an has captivated Melburnians since. Expect ...

Kent Hotel
Best Northside Bars

Carlton North

The Kent Hotel is an old-style Carlton North pub and bar, with a great bistro area inside, reminiscent of the sidewalk cafes of Rome and Paris. There is also a gorgeous Al Fresco area overlooking beau...

The Everleigh
Best Cocktail Bars

Fitzroy

A night at The Everleigh is a unique Melbourne experience. After entering through an American diner, walking down a dim-lit hallway and climbing a few stairs, you are whisked back in time to a bar rem...

Edwin Wine Bar & Cellar
Modern City Bars

Southbank

Edwin Wine Bar and Cellar is the only venue in the world to offer guests the opportunity to drink from its exclusively Victorian-focused wine list. Celebrating the diversity of our great Victorian sta...

The Tippler & Co
Best Small Bars

East Melbourne

About Unwind in The Tippler & Co’s historic, lush venue. Indulge in Aussie & Euro wines, craft beer and cocktails, all paired with a European-inspired menu. Your go-to for events, friendly s...

Loop Rooftop & Project Space
Best Rooftop Bars

Melbourne CBD

You don’t get a more inner city bar than Loop. Boasting both a laneway bar AND rooftop bar, you decide whether you want a more intimate environment or sweeping views of the city’s rooftops.  ...

Jayda
Intimate Cocktail Bars

Melbourne CBD

Jayda is Melbourne's premium cocktail bar, hidden in the heart of the CBD. Indulge in a one-of-a-kind experience and be drawn to the seductive glow of their red neon sign, as you walk down the laneway...

Chapel St Cellars
Intimate Beer Gardens

Windsor

Chapel St Cellars is your friendly bottleshop / bar that allows you to choose from hundreds of drinks. They have 6 tap beers and 4 wines on tap, plus a selection of up to 12 wines and Champagne by the...

Spice Market
CBD Bars & Nightclubs

Melbourne CBD

Relish in the opulent Middle Eastern and Far Eastern Experience of this exotic bar and cocktail lounge, Spice Market; an energised and undeniably dazzling venue. The lavish Spice Market takes it’s i...

Bobbie Peels
Top Northside Bars

North Melbourne

Bobbie Peels is a specialty drinking venue in North Melbourne. Their home is a stunning 113-year-old corner pub, where they have wines dating back to 1970 covered in dust and straight from the cellar!...

Bar Bianco
Modern Bars

Prahran

A new neighbourhood wine bar in Hawksburn Village, Bar Bianco is the perfect location for a catch-up drink with friends, pre or post-dinner cocktail, nightcap. It has a sophisticated, yet unpretentiou...

The Tipsy Cow
Best Small Bars

Port Melbourne

The Tipsy Cow is a sanctuary for those who need a relaxing space with finer taste. When you walk in you can leave all the stresses behind, melt into one of the sofa seats and unwind. They provide high...

The Blacksmith Bar
Sophisticated Cocktail Bars

Richmond

The Blacksmith Bar is a sophisticated cocktail bar located in the heart of Swan St, Richmond. The staff are friendly, passionate and extremely knowledgeable in all things cocktail related. With cozy b...

Luxsmith
Top Wine Bars

Seddon

Perfect for a casual drink, Luxbar + Wine Shop is the ultimate bar to drop in for a cocktail or a glass of any their award-winning wines. Open from 4pm Tuesday - Saturday. Head in early from Happy Hou...

The National Hotel
Best Beer Gardens

Richmond

The National Hotel in Richmond, Victoria, is a vibrant and eclectic venue that has become a staple of Melbourne's bustling pub and dining scene. Located on Victoria Street, it features a stylish mix o...

Dr Morse Bar
Eatery Bars with Beer Gardens

Abbotsford

‘Drink. Dinner. Dance’. The ultimate all-rounder, Dr Morse’s wide and welcoming bar, cute nooks and expertly curated craft beer, natural wine and spirits serve all levels of thirst quenchers eff...

Pilgrim Bar
Hidden Waterside Bars

Melbourne CBD

One of Melbourne’s hidden gems tucked away below Federation Square, Pilgrim is an intimate waterfront venue that proudly engages an all-Australian menu. With locally sourced produce and passionate s...

Caz Reitop Dirty Secrets
Top Bars

Collingwood

Caz Reitop's Dirty Secrets has the perfect room for your next event - an intimate 1920s Speakeasy style cocktail bar located near the corner of Smith and Gertrude Streets in Collingwood. The bar has a...

The Barre
Best After Work Bars

Melbourne CBD

The Barre is a sleek space located underneath the Spire at Arts Centre Melbourne. Offering a touch of luxury, a hint of showmanship and a lively pre- and post-show buzz that takes the bar and eatery f...

Stolberg
Best Beer Gardens

Preston

Set in the heart of Preston, close to public transport, this dynamic venue sets new benchmarks in the realm of celebrations, events and meals. Casual dining options throughout the week make Stolberg...

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