Cocktail bars in Melbourne
If cocktails are the plan in Melbourne, start here: 12 cocktail bars listed locally, sorted by what drinkers actually say. Pair two or three of these and you have a full day sorted in Melbourne.
Cocktail bars in Melbourne
Where Melbourne drinks well after dark, according to reviewers. Reservations help on weekends. Late-night kitchens are rare, so eat before you go if you plan to stay out.
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Drinking cocktails in Melbourne
- The best seat in any cocktail bar in Melbourne is at the bar itself — you get the show and the bartender's recommendations.
- Speakeasy-style spots often hide the entrance and skip the sign. Check the address carefully before you go.
- Cocktail prices in Melbourne vary wildly by neighborhood; hotel bars charge the premium, side-street spots often pour better for less.
About Melbourne
Melbourne, VIC, Australia (coordinates -37.82, 144.97, Dayfari covers about 40 km around the centre).
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Common questions
Where do these Melbourne cocktail bar listings come from?
Google Places listings for Melbourne with ratings and review counts. Sorted by reviews — Dayfari sells no placements.
What is the difference between a cocktail bar and a speakeasy in Melbourne?
Mostly vibe and secrecy: speakeasies lean hidden entrances and classic cocktails, cocktail bars lean open rooms and creative menus. Both are listed here.
Images: Photo: Matt Hrkac from Geelong / Melbourne, Australia via Wikimedia Commons (CC BY 2.0)
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