COCKTAIL HOUR

Hidden down blue-stoned laneways, up secret staircases and on picturesque rooftops, these are our favourite Melbourne inner-city bars. 

1806

169 Exhibition St 

Classic cocktails with impeccable style. 

BERLIN BAR

2/16 Corrs Ln 

East meets West Berlin, with serious flair. 

BOILERMAKER HOUSE

209–211 Lonsdale St 

Think natural wood overtones and craft beer. 

DOUBLE HAPPINESS

21 Liverpool St 

A hole-in-the-wall treasure known for their martinis. 

GIN PALACE

10 Russell Pl 

A Melbourne institution dedicated to all things gin. 

GOLDILOCKS BAR

264 Swanston St 

An intimate (and hidden) rooftop bar. 

LILY BLACKS

12 Meyers Pl 

For the traditional cocktail connoisseur. 

NEAPOLI WINE BAR

30 Russell Pl 

Slick and laid-back, with a superb wine list. 

ROMEO LANE

1A Crossley St 

A cosy space with old-world charm. 

THE MELBOURNE SUPPER CLUB

1/161 Spring St 

Leather couches, impressive views, great wine. 

UNION ELECTRIC BAR

13 Heffernan Ln 

A quintessential Melbourne laneway bar.  

WHISKY & ALEMENT

270 Russell St 

Over 600 kinds of whisky in atmospheric surrounds.