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Where to find the best hidden bars in Chinatown
Take a detour to find secret basement cocktails, secluded rooftop bars and a fairytale wonderland.
StoryVille
A bar and nightclub that honours the childhood fables and fairytales we all know and love.
The best first date bars in Melbourne
These cute hidden gems and fun date-night spots will give you something to talk about.
The best new bars in Melbourne
Find the best new spots for nitro cocktails, natural wines and cheeseboards.
Where to find the best pina coladas in Melbourne
Find tropical Tiki drinks, horchata cocktails and classic pina coladas at these Melbourne bars.
The best wine bars in Melbourne
Find luxurious cheese plates, hidden cocktail bars and cosy date-night spots.
Where to find the best espresso martinis in Melbourne
Try nitro cocktails, Vietnamese coffee bevs and more classic bittersweet treats.
Arbory Afloat Balearic Beach Club
Melbourne’s original floating bar is back, inspired by the exotic Balearic Islands.
Life's Too Short Bar
A romantic back-vintage wine and cocktail bar with chef-prepared all-day dining.
Lane's Edge Wine Bar
Offering an extensive wine list, ale from local breweries and Mexican-inspired snacks.
Melbourne's best oyster bars
From classic oyster bars to hidden speakeasies, here’s where to get your oyster fix in Melbourne.
Where to get the best parmas in Melbourne
Whether you want a traditional parma or variations on the theme, step this way.
Melbourne's most Instagrammable cocktails
Make a date with one of these beautiful Melbourne cocktail bars.
Melbourne’s best old-school pubs and bars
Sip your way back in time and soak in the atmosphere at these historic establishments.
Unique first date ideas in Melbourne
Ban boring dates with these cute night spots and fun activities for two.
The best dining pop-ups in Melbourne
Find secret bars, summer markets and exclusive dining experiences for your next catch up.
Yarra Botanica
Yarra Botanica is a floating bar and eatery on the Yarra River, celebrating Victorian producers.
Rooftop Bar
Enjoy open-air drinks under the setting sun or a starry sky, with city skyline views to match.
Pawa Cafe and Bar
Pawa brings Indigenous ingredients to familiar dishes to create unique and exciting flavours.
Hemingway's Wine Room
Brasserie and Wine Bar that is inspired by seasonality, with dishes based on European fundamentals
Robot Bar
Small, hidden Japanese retro and pop culture bar serving Japanese whisky, beers and cocktails.
Melbourne's best beer gardens
Soak up the sunshine with riverside cocktails and ales among historic architecture.
Ginger Olive Bistro and Bar
Modern Australian fusion, specialising in in barbeque, ribs, steaks and grill.
The Essence Restaurant
Bright, buzzy modern Australian restaurant located in the heart of Melbourne's theatre precinct.
The Douglas Club
Set within the Equity Chambers Building, The Douglas Club is the perfect spot for a city drink.
Rooftop bars
Melbourne has many rooftop bars with spectacular views and pubs with lively beer gardens.
The best late-night bars and music venues in Melbourne
Find intimate vinyl bars, iconic band rooms and live music bars open late.
Hidden spaces in Melbourne
Melbourne is crammed with hidden spaces, nooks and crannies. Here are some gems you may have missed.
The best hidden restaurants in Melbourne
Featuring laneway eateries, secret diners and undiscovered spots.
Grossi Florentino
Grossi Florentino has set the bar for Italian fine dining in Melbourne since 1928.
Cheapskate's guide to Melbourne
Featuring margaritas, secret foodie spots, stunning exhibits and more.
The ultimate guide to Melbourne's hidden bars
Finding Melbourne’s hidden bars can be challenging. Read our guide to find the city's top spots.
Where to find the best margaritas in Melbourne
Where to find the best traditional margaritas, fruity fusions, $10 cocktails and more.
Campari House
Five-level venue in Hardware Lane with two rooftop bars and a restaurant serving Italian food.
Victoria by Farmer's Daughters
A unique culinary experience which celebrates the produce, people and places of Victoria.
The ultimate guide to bottomless dining in Melbourne
Eat and drink your heart out with unlimited brunches, lunches and cocktails.
The best new restaurants in Melbourne
Find Melbourne's best new spots for drinking, dining and all-round good times.
Melbourne's best basement bars
Venture beneath Melbourne’s streets to these hidden bars and subterranean speakeasies.
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