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Bar Bambi
Laneway Bars

 Melbourne CBD

The Marble Bar lounge is the perfect location to hot a standing cocktail event. The area can be cordoned off exclusively or semi privately for your special occasion Monday to Sunday. Thursday - Sunday...

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Champagne Problems
Sleek CBD Bars

 Melbourne CBD

Step in, babes. Champagne Problems isn’t just a bar, it’s a whole mood. A little bit classy, a little bit kitschy, and a whole lot of fun, this late-night hideaway (with a 3AM license) is where sa...

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The Gertrude Hotel
Iconic Bars

 Fitzroy

Situated on the corner of Napier and Gertrude streets in the heart of Fitzroy, The Gertrude Hotel is your classic Melbourne pub. Take a seat on the footpath and watch the world go by. or pull up a sto...

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The Carlton Club
Unique Rooftop Bars

 Melbourne CBD

The Carlton Club is a wonderfully decadent, multi-level Melbourne icon. Home to one of Melbourne’s best nightclubs and rooftop bars, the venue spans multiple levels and features the city’s top DJs...

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Polly Bar
Best Fitzroy Bars

 Fitzroy

Polly is one of Melbourne’s first cocktail bars, opening on Brunswick Street in the heart of Fitzroy over 18 years ago; still living up its reputation of premiere cocktails, and an atmosphere of tru...

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Back Alley Sally’s
Top Westside Bars

 Footscray

A Footscray Institution! Join Back Alley Sally's for cocktails, relaxed vibes and an always fabulous mix of people. With a full menu from Slice Girls West downstairs, the upstairs bar is an eclectic m...

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215 Queen’s
BYO Karaoke Bars

 Melbourne CBD

215 Queen’s is a CBD EVENT HALL AND Karaoke bar that’s fully BYO. They offer a price beat guarantee on all packages and fees. It's suitable for social and professional events, including birthday p...

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Threads Bar
Best Cocktail Bars

 Richmond

Elevate your next gathering at Threads Rooftop Bar, Richmond’s hidden gem nestled above The Motley Hotel. Offering an intimate and stylish setting, Threads is the perfect spot for any group. With a ...

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Solace Bar
Top CBD Music Bars

 Melbourne CBD

Solace is a new, 250 person music bar in Melbourne's Chinatown precinct, with a rock solid emphasis on delicious drinks, a world-class sound system, brilliant artistic curation - for both our in-house...

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Vice Bar Prahran
Unique Bars

 Prahran

A unique space offering street party vibes, DJs spinning funky tunes, sexy $15 cocktails, $10 house beer bottles, spirits, shots all day! Huge courtyard and smokers area under the big palm tree, anoth...

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The Stone Hotel
Brunswick St Bars

 Fitzroy

Downstairs at The Stone Hotel, you'll find a lively pub serving delicious comfort food and creating the perfect spot to enjoy your favorite drinks while catching the latest sports games on screen. Eve...

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Pre Drinks Bar
Top Cocktail Bars

 South Yarra

They are the life of the party, the pulse of the night, and the creators of unforgettable memories. Nestled in the heart of Australia, Pre Drinks Bar pride themselves on being the ultimate destination...

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Club Retro
Fun CBD Nightclubs

 Melbourne CBD

Welcome to one of Melbourne’s longest running and most iconic nightclubs. Club Retro is located in the heart of the CBD and features three floors of pure fun! It’s the weekend and you want to boog...

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Bonny
Contemporary Bars

 Fitzroy

Bonny Bar is a great, warmly lit, cosy bar with reclaimed timber and textured walls. Let their bartenders serve you from one of their 27 taps! Or head to the Outdoor Courtyard with glass ceiling, two ...

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Rochester Hotel
Best Beer Gardens

 Fitzroy

The Rochester Hotel sits right in the heart of Fitzroy and ‘The Rochey’ has Fitzroy in its heart. At this dog-friendly pub, you’ll find fun modern twists on classic cocktails, local wine and the...

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Ginny’s Lounge
@ Brunswick Aces

 Brunswick East

Welcome to your new home away from home in the heart of Brunswick East, Brunswick Aces. Brunswick Aces, Australia’s first non-alcoholic distillery, was founded in 2017 by a group of food and drink-l...

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Goldilocks Rooftop Bar
Bars With A View

 Melbourne CBD

You can try all the rooftop bars in Melbourne, but Goldilocks is juuust right (according to the gal herself). In another world, high above the bustle of the city below, sits Goldilocks' Rooftop bar su...

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Corner Hotel
Best Rooftop Bars

 Richmond

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Mt. View Hotel
‘A Bar Above’ Rooftop Bar

 Richmond

A Bar Above is one of Melbourne’s premier rooftop bars. With amazing views, their signature cocktail menu, and an impressive list of craft beer and cider, your guests are in for an unforgettable exp...

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Bar Clara
Best CBD Cocktail Bars

 Melbourne CBD

Bar Clara is an intimate cocktail bar specialising in modern seasonal cocktails. Ideally located at the top end of Melbourne’s Chinatown, across from Her Majesty’s Theatre, they are the perfect ch...

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Ballers Clubhouse
Fun Bars

 Melbourne CBD

Located in the heart of Melbourne CBD, Ballers Clubhouse is the ultimate in social gatherings where nothing is off limits. It is the place to go for a fun and memorable experience with your friends or...

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Valhalla
Scandinavian Style Bars

 Melbourne CBD

Valhalla is a Nordic inspired underground bar serving up innovative cocktails and seasonal dishes made with fresh local ingredients and with a Scandinavian, minimalistic methodology. Located in the ba...

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Peachy Keen Bar
Top Hidden Bars

 Williamstown

One of the best-kept secrets in Williamstown, Peachy Keen is a container bar for all weather! This tucked away hangout is the perfect spot to catch up with your mates, simply slip down the laneway and...

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Manningham Hotel & Club
Pub Bars

 Bulleen

Within the Manningham Hotel & Club, this function centre boasts an array of private bars nestled within its elegant function rooms, each offering a bespoke experience tailored to guests' desires. ...

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Golden Fleece Hotel
Beautiful Rooftop Bars

 South Melbourne

Located in the heart of South Melbourne, the Golden Fleece Hotel is a beautifully designed venue that sits between the city and the sea. It has a charming Santorini-inspired feel, with a split-level l...

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Bar Bambi
Laneway Bars

 Melbourne CBD

The Marble Bar lounge is the perfect location to hot a standing cocktail event. The area can be cordoned off exclusively or semi privately for your special occasion Monday to Sunday. Thursday - Sunday...

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Fable
Rooftop Bars

 Melbourne CBD

People all around the world grew up in societies where intricate storytelling was usually passed down from generation to generation. These tales were created by local leaders long before the advent of...

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East of Everything
Speakeasy Bars

 Hawthorn East

Bar None, East Of Everything & Rosalitas are iconic hospitality venues in Camberwell. Tucked away down an alleyway just off Burke Rd, opposite the station. Each venue offers something different an...

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The Windsor Alehouse
Moody Pubs

 Windsor

As a true locals' hangout, situated in the center of Windsor, The Windsor Alehouse's warm and welcoming bar serves a wide variety of beers, wines, and spirits. In addition to local favs, their bar off...

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Her Bar
Intimate Hidden Bars

 Windsor

Her Bar is an intimate hidden laneway cocktail bar located in 2 Windsor Place Windsor. Their concept is the infusion of dualities nature has to offer. Her Bar is available for private function and ven...

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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...

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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...

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Vinesmith City Cellar Door
Top CBD Bars

 Melbourne CBD

Vinesmith City Cellar Door offers an unparalleled blend of exceptional wines and French-inspired cuisine. This venue is a harmonious combination of a wine bar, bistro, bottle shop and city cellar door...

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Keeper Brewing
Modern Breweries

 Brunswick East

The specialised Pilsner brewery of your dreams, Keeper Brewing brew only one beer, their Keeper Pilsner. Ferociously independent, Keeper Brewery have turned their tap room into a local gathering space...

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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...

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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...

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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 ...

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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...

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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, ...

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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...

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Borsch, Vodka & Tears
Eastern European Bars

 Windsor

Borsch, Vodka & Tears is a Polish triple threat functioning as a cafe, restaurant and bar specialising in Eastern European food and drinks. Grab a drink and relax in this bohemian haven! Situated ...

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