Melbourne Bars

Waterslide Bar - Circa 1900. Uncover the history behind the world's most liveable city. For generations the city of Melbourne has been renowned as an entertainment destination for Australia. Since the booming Victorian gold rush, it's enjoyed a culture rich in celebration, with each new experience and event delighting locals and visitors alike. It's colourful history has a combination of inspiring characters that pioneered the district with a unique sense of style, which carried over the decades, turning Melbourne into a hive of entertainment.

Hot Poppy.

Errol Street North Melbourne Australia.

This enchanting Fitzroy North pub is full of character and always busy.

Melbourne’s Northside has established a reputation as the go-to destination for serious dining. With its modern Australian with a French refinement cuisine, pioneer restaurant Estelle, five years since opening, is proving the staying power of the northern food movement.

Commencing with a small budget and just six tables, owner-chef, Scott Pickett has humbly grown his establishment that now includes an Upstairs Private Dining space for up to 50 guests and a covered courtyard with additional seating.

With an exposed-brick wall and recycled timber finish, Estelle Bistro creates a warm and welcoming atmosphere in the main restaurant. Meanwhile, the courtyard provides a verdant and open space for lunches, dinners and private functions, while the private dining room is elegantly decorated, perfect for corporate dinners and intimate events.

Estelle received a coveted Chef’s Hat in The Age Good Food Guide in its first year, and was also nominated for ‘Best New Restaurant’. Estelle has proved itself to be a valuable addition to Melbourne’s vibrant food scene.

Pilgrim is an intimate waterfront venue that engages an authentic community through its boutique range of Australian wines and spirits and intuitive approach to salt and fat ‘drinking food’.

Situated on Federation Wharf, right on the waters edge, Pilgrim is the ultimate place to relax in comfort, just a short walk from Federation Square.

FUNCTIONS

Pilgrim’s unique location allows you to hold a private function on the banks of the Yarra River in the heart of Melbourne’s CBD. The venue is conveniently located on the waterfront below Federation Square.

An impressive and grand landmark since 1848, the multi award winning Old England Hotel offers much more than meets the eye. Struck by elegant spaciousness once you step inside, you find a warm and intimate space that successfully combines the contemporary and the traditional. Offering a range of dining experiences to suit almost every taste, whether it’s dinner for two or a larger group celebration for 100. Relaxed yet sophisticated atmosphere throughout with attentive service and contemporary menu.

The Harp of Erin Hotel is a bar and bistro in East Kew. The bistro is open 7 days a week for lunch and dinner. Daily Meal Specials are also available!

Located opposite South Melbourne’s historic market is a venue perfectly appointed for your next function hire. Hidden Alley has been described as “Berlin meets South Melbourne” and is furnished with an eclectic accumulation of furnishings and modern street art amongst a retro/industrial style.

Accommodating up to 120 people the spaces is the ideal setting for birthdays, engagements, Christmas and many other cocktail style parties.

Why not give them a call today to discuss your requirements.

Araliya is a restaurant bringing you modern Sri Lankan inspired food right in the heart of St Kilda on Fitzroy Street.

The restaurant is beautifully fitted out, with a stunning bar that serves a great selection of craft beers, local wines and wines from afar and cocktails.

This is the perfect place to meet friends and relax over a cocktail or two and enjoy the amazing food menu. Whether you are looking for short eats or sharing plates – all that are synonymous with Araliya Hawthorn, it’s the same elegant, spice-tingling style of food on offer.
The kitchen is run by Sam Wedande and four chefs who were trained at Araliya Hawthorn. Throw in some of Sam’s secret recipes that has lasted for over 29 years and you will be coming back for more. Catering well for those who need to follow a coeliac diet and also a great selection of vegetarian dishes.

The desserts are too tempting to resist and the perfect way to end a perfect night!
Private functions can also be catered for, just let us know your budget and guest numbers and we will create a sensational event.

The Royal Melbourne Hotel is one of this cities most-unique dining and event spaces.

On the former site of Melbourne's City West Police Station, RMH incorporates historical features & modern architecture to culminate in one of the most iconic buildings.

Equipped with 5 unique areas - including an impressive glass-enclosed Atrium, heritage-listed bluestone cellblock, and an all-weather heated courtyard bar, RMH is the perfect place for all occasions.

RMH can accommodate bookings & special occasions of any size including Christmas/ EOFY party, birthday, trivia and corporate event, wedding, conference, awards night, product launch, networking, uni nights and more...

Flexible food and beverage packages and an intrinsic understanding of clients needs have formed many long-term working relationships with clientele and make booking your next celebration a breeze.

Conveniently located within minutes from Etihad Stadium & Southern Cross Station, RMH is ideal for all corporate and social celebrations.

WELCOME! TO HOPHAUS EURO BAR BISTRO

BAR, RESTAURANT & FUNCTION VENUE AT SOUTHBANK

Hophaus opened midway through 2014 as Southbank’s most exciting food and beverage showpiece – a cosmopolitan reinvention of the great German and European Bier Halls.
Where old meets new, Hophaus delivers a charmingly familiar yet excitingly fresh bar and dining experience.
With food and bier tasting specials offered for both lunch and dinner throughout the week you will find Hophaus is the perfect destination for after work drinks and casual dining.

CRU is best understood when you've seen all its colours. Start your day with a coffee, breakfast, and the day's paper, served by familiar faces. Kick back in the afternoon with man's best friend in our sunny courtyard, while enjoying a burger and an ice-cold beer. As the sun gets low, come talk shop with our resident 'wine guy' in the cosy front bar over a glass of something red, just before sitting down to a beautiful dinner in our Private Dining Room.

FUNCTIONS & EVENTS
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From 10 - 150, we'd love to host your event, whatever it may be: milestone birthdays, school functions, even weddings. To meet your needs, we offer a Private Dining Room with it's own balcony & sound system, the Courtyard + the affectionately named "Shed," and when the rest is not enough, the entire venue is available.

Pawn and Co., the first bar in the Universe where everything is for sale, from the chair you sit on to the glass you hold, to the 1940's taxidermy albino kangaroo.

The Night Cat is a live music venue and home to some of the most eclectic and innovative artists in Australia. Located in Fitzroy, and catering to a diverse audience of music lovers, The Night Cat hosts an extensive range of genres to indisputably satisfy the diverse and unique community of Melbourne.

The Sporting Globe is the place to be in Moonee Ponds, featuring a delicious Modern Australian menu and big screens showcasing all the big sporting moments!

Royal Hotel..."The Happiest Place on Earth"

A sister venue to the Peninsula’s Southside Social set in the heart of Chapel Street, Windsor. Southside Central will have all the favourites from the Peninsula location and is spread across two levels with an outdoor rooftop.

Comfortable and fun is an integral part of the overall experience at the Royal Derby Hotel, and we do take our hotel seriously! When we went about redesigning the Royal Derby Hotel it was important to keep it simple but to
ensure all the boxes were ticked when it came to the overall experience.

The hotel has a little something for everyone, large beer garden to settle into a long afternoon session with your friends, large screen TV's perfect for live sports, live entertainment, Cold beer and a TAB.

The Tote Hotel is a hotel, pub, bar and music venue on the corner of Johnston and Wellington Streets, in Collingwood.

All aboard for a fun-filled evening of entertainment and fine food with live artists in a delightfully decadent, intimate and slightly naughty atmosphere.

The Customs House Hotel is located in the heart of Williamstown’s Restaurant precinct, overlooking Commonwealth Reserve and Port Phillip Bay; Nelson Place is accessible by Ferry, Train or Car. Take pleasure in one of our three open fire places, strong variety of beers on tap and wide-ranging wine list; including our impressive Cellar Collection.

Hidden in the basement of this Hardware Lane CBD gem begins the secret journey with rare feature pieces, antique furniture, tea lights, cushions, decorative lanterns and a stylish soundtrack that will transport you back in time to the romance, mystery and decadence of Old Shanghai.

The food menu features incredible Asian cuisine from Chinese Yum Cha favourites to tasty Japanese Izakaya dishes perfect as a full meal or a simple bar snack.

The rare and exclusive cocktail list will dazzle your taste buds with everything from our delectable Asian-themed signature creations to the quintessential old-school classics. A glance at the back bar will make your jaw drop with one of Melbourne’s biggest and best collection of luxury and novel spirits.

To keep things interesting there's live jazz every Tuesday from 7:30pm with Opium Jazz, live R&B every Thursday from 9pm with Shaolin Funk, and DJs spinning lounge, R&B, pop, and disco every Saturday from 9pm with Shanghai’d.

Rum lovers can’t miss The Melbourne Rum Club on the first Monday of every month where you can indulge in rum tastings, rum cocktails, and rum tales.

In addition to being the perfect place for a date, Golden Monkey is also the ideal place to host a private celebration, with room for up to 200 guests 7 days a week, and food & drink packages to suit everyone, Golden Monkey is one of Melbourne's most unique and versatile spaces.

The Public Bar | live music – north melbourne – bar – pub

Established in 2006, LuLo is Hawthorn's Spanish & Latin Kitchen - Wine Bar. LuLo recreates the allure of the South with a broad variety of seasonal plates to share alongside exciting wine, beer and cocktail menus.

With the combination of our wide ranging food choices, to our continental styled bar and high-top tables, as well as low-restaurant seating, we cater for all parties.

From the Head Chef to the waiting staff, we are here to look after your culinary and beverage needs and wishes. Come and enjoy!

Wilson and Market is a Cafe, Restaurant, Bar, Private Dining Room & Function Space, located at the Prahran Market Entrance, Commercial Road, South Yarra.


The new luxe urbane eatery and bar, Wilson & Market, offers a quintessential Melbourne dining experience, underpinned with the best local talent, seasonal, biodynamic and organic produce, sustainable seafood and considered luxe interiors.


Wilson & Market is the perfect venue to host your next special occasion. Choose from 1 of 2 unique spaces, the stunning private function room or all weather terrace bar with indoor, outdoor atrium.

Located next the Commercial Road entrance of the Prahran Market it's an easy 2 minute walk from Chapel Street, South Yarra or by the 78 or 72 route trams.

All of W&M's menus, due to seasonal produce from their own farms, are bespoke, essentially tailor made to your requirements & budget.

There are 2 dedicated areas for your celebration:

Option 1: The private dining room accommodates 20-40 guests seated & 60 standing up, complete with private bar & separate entrance. It’s an excellent option for a range of private or corporate events.

Option 2: The terrace bar is an ideal space & ambiance for a fun cocktail event for up to 80 guests. This indoor & outdoor atrium complete with retractable roof has a luxe Mediterranean vibe, private sound system & late liquor license, making this the hottest party ticket in town.

Private booths, leather lounges, communal fireplace, full bar service. The decor and atmosphere is reminiscent of a cosmopolitan cafe.

The Lounge is ideal for a lazy meal, coffee and cake, or a long afternoon of unwinding. Once settled, you may never want to leave.

A fresh bar in the Sydney Road landscape, Joey Smalls is a perfectly crafted concoction of impeccable design aesthetic, drinks and soundtrack selectors.

Cut from a truly unique cloth, Joey Smalls welcomes punters into its cozy confines from the early afternoon and into the night, boasting one of the areas latest licenses. Slip into a booth or enjoy the north side air in our cozy courtyard with a Chilli Coconut Margarita or mouth-melting Smoke ‘n’ Salt numbers in hand while Melbourne’s most notorious jocks showcase their secret stash of backyard belters.

Joey Smalls Kitchen offers a diner style menu with a range of burgers including vegan and vegetarian options and some of the best fried chicken you will ever put in your mouth. If it's fries you are after Joey Smalls has 3 different options to choose from their loaded fries menu.

If is value you are after Joey Smalls has "Classic Thursdays" where you can get either The Classic #1 Burger, Vegie Burger and House Beer Jugs at the great value price of $10 each!

An iconic Melbourne hotel has been part of the North Fitzroy community fabric for almost 150 years.

Public Bar

The classic public bar offers the perfect place to catch up with friends or watch the footy. Enjoy the best of both worlds with the entire offering of craft beer plus the full dining space menu

Craft bar and Beer Garden

At the heart of the craft bar and beer garden is 16 rotating craft beer taps that match perfectly to our asian-inspired delicacies. Think crispy pork belly, fresh salads and steamed bao (not to mention the classics including Melbourne-renowned burgers and parmas).

Dining Space

Open for dinner every night from 6pm and lunch on Saturdays and Sundays, enjoy a seasonally-focused menu in the warm and inviting dining space. Head chef, Damon Philippakos has crafted a menu with an emphasis on sharing dishes and high quality steaks. We're talking the finest grass and pasture fed beef Victoria has on offer, plus a carefully curated wine list. Ask our friendly staff for the ideal wine to match your dish.

Sports Bar

Last but not least, the upstairs sports bar serves as both a 80 person function space as well as a lively sports bar on the weekends. The Terminus proudly plays every AFL game live, as well as cricket, rugby and soccer.

Izakaya Den is a restaurants and bar and has been created in the vein of a traditional Japanese Izakaya. Come down the stairs into this dimly lit den of foodie heaven.

Quietly tucked away in a Queen Street basement, Chaise Lounge is a Melbourne institution spanning over 20 years. Catering to both the corporate world and weekend clubbers Chaise Lounge has the weekends covered.

Friday Afterwork Drinks offer a comfy lounge where you can enjoy a yummy cocktail and the best happy hour drink prices in Melbourne. Then Friday Night Chaise Lounge transforms into "BLBC FRIDAYS" Hip-Hop and R&B including all night drink specials $7 JagerBombs - $7 fireball - $7 Captain Morgan.

Every Saturday Chaise Lounge presents "RHYTHM NATION" Old Skool vs New Skool R&B.

Established in 1867 and situated in the heart of popular Rathdowne Village, the Kent Hotel was recorded as one of Carlton North’s
earliest buildings.

By 1897 the Hotel housed 12 rooms, a skittles’ alley and a billiards room, which provided great entertainment for the locals. Since then the
Kent has undergone numerous renovations from varying influences, yet has remained a favourite meeting place for the wider community.

These days, the Kent offers an eclectic and ever-changing menu of Modern Australian and Mediterranean dishes within its stylish restaurant, bistro and al fresco dining areas. It also boasts an extensive selection of local and international wine, beer and cider. Supporting local and micro businesses and community wherever possible, the Kent continually modifies its menus to reflect the changing seasons, and incorporate the freshest produce.

A private function room is also available for hire seven days a week. The space is ideal for all types of events –weddings, birthdays, christenings, corporate events, wakes – and provides a sophisticated ambience, fabulous menus, private bar and beer garden, and friendly, professional event staff who take care of every small detail.

Continuing tradition and staying true to its legacy, the Kent provides the perfect environment for all occasions – from family gatherings to after-work drinks and everything in between.

Republica St Kilda Beach serves up laid back dining and drinks beachside 'for the people'. Experience uninterrupted views whilst you dine, or simply lounge beachside and sip on a cocktail. This unique setting of beach culture invites you to soak up the vibe in the grassy courtyard, enjoy live tunes on the weekends, in St Kilda's Backyard.

Located at the top of Flinders Lane, Cumulus Up. is the chic upstairs wine bar of acclaimed Cumulus Inc., a modern restaurant at the forefront of Melbourne’s dining scene. Notorious for their climate controlled cellar, Cumulus Up offers a considered and eclectic selection of wine which focuses on the best examples of vintage, varietal, style and region. It’s extensive list ranges from both the New World and the Old. Combining fine wine and food, the bar menu is designed by chef Andrew McConnell with offerings such as grilled seafood, dry aged beef and roast Holmbrae chicken. A black meat slicer adorns the bar; the chefs slice hams and meats to order. Tucked away in Melbourne’s famous art and fashion precinct, Cumulus Up. is a space for both the wine lover and the designer. The interior balances edgy, luxury and familiar class with stunning effects, creating a sophisticated and relaxed atmosphere perfect for a first date. The venue takes reservations for up to 15 guests seven days a week and also welcomes guests on a walk in basis.

FUNCTIONS & EVENTS

Cumulus Up offers a selection of private dining, function and event packages, which can be designed to suit every occasion and make your experience both personal and memorable. European in atmosphere, the space balances edgy luxe and familiar classic to stunning effect. Featuring parquet timber floors, the interior is warm and elegant. An intimate room with a sophisticated and relaxed atmosphere. Cumulus Up is perfect for your next corporate function, private event or lunch for up to 45 guests in Melbourne CBD.

Mr Hobson is a dynamic, fresh venue right on the water’s edge in Port Melbourne. Revitalising the Station Pier precinct, Mr Hobson makes every occasion special.

The space has been revamped to make room for all of Mr Hobson’s favourite pass times: entertaining and celebrations with friends, family, colleagues and clients. Our experienced barista provides the perfect kick-start to your day and our seasonal menu has something for everyone.

Our bar is perfect for pre-dinner drinks, indulging in serene sunset cocktails or catching up with friends over a wine and share plate. For something a little bit special, Mr Hobson offers a la carte dining that breaks the mould with fine dining quality food at every day prices. Our light meals and salads are perfect for lunch, and the choice of mains will impress even the fussiest of dinner guests. Make sure you leave room for one of our decadent desserts… only share if you have to!

Arrive by land or by sea to experience the best in Melbourne’s foodie culture by the bay.

Within 10 minutes’ drive from Melbourne’s CBD, our Port Melbourne Restaurant provides you with ocean-view dining from every room.

Located at the city end of Lygon St on the fringe of the City, The John Curtin is only a 5 minute walk from the heart of Melbourne and is easily accessible by public transport.

Passionate Euro-lovers Paul Dunlop, Luca Montebelli and Rocky Veneziano have come together to create GG, a lively local European restaurant, wine store and bar nestled in the heart of East Melbourne.

Overlooking Fitzroy Gardens with views to the city, GG is the place to share all the good things about Melbourne: food, coffee and wine.

GG’s menu is a collaboration of the trio’s years of travels and industry experience, inspired by European flavours.

To quote one of our bloggers HenryNSW “Wonder where the local French go for a taste of home? Wonder no more”. A La Bouffe is where you will experience true French hospitality. When the French back home get together with friends and family to prepare a meal, when all the chopping, mixing and baking is done, the cook calls out “a la bouffe” let’s eat, and everyone sits down to enjoy their home cooked meal. That is what you will experience at A La Bouffe – an informal, friendly and delicious experience. No pretensions, just good friendly service and delicious food. When French visitors are feeling home sick for some Cream Brulée or Clafoutis (traditional sour cherry pudding) this is where they visit.

Jacky Frenot and Gabrielle Dewan, owners of A La Bouffe Bar & Bistro invite you to come to our little corner of France in the middle of Prahran and South Yarra shopping precinct and indulge your senses with our extensive range of popular traditional French dishes and contemporary style dishes as specials. Try our Seafood Millefeuille, puff pastry with mussels, scallops and prawns in seafood bisque. Or our Pavé a La Bearnaise, grass fed Goulburn Valley beef thick eye fillet, Pommes Sarladaises, green salad and Béarnaise sauce . Just two samples from our menu. There is an extensive wine list featuring French and Australian wines, aperitifs and beers.

We are across the road from the Como Palace Cinema and we are open to late. So after the film, finish off a perfect evening with a glass of wine or champagne, or a coffee and one of A La Bouffe’s signature desserts.

As MoMo & Coco describe A La Bouffe: “beautiful heartfelt food delivered by unpretentious staff in an utterly elegant setting….Overall, A La Bouffe is a fine showcase of rather authentic, accessible French luxury….”

The Black Rabbit is a comfortable and quirky escape from the norm, a unique basement venue offering boutique beers, sensational spirits and fantastic bar snacks.

Bursting on to Melbourne's dynamic bar scene in 2016 The Black Rabbit is fast becoming one of Melbourne's hottest nightclubs, bars and late night venues.

Offering a collection of spaces perfect for your next group get together, after work drinks or truly unique birthday celebration, The Black Rabbit really is one of the best Melbourne City Bars & party spaces.

Melbourne's newest jazz and improvised music venue.

New Guernica’s notorious Friday After Work Drinks party just grew a big furry Italian moustache!

Yes that right, not only do we offer some of the best value drink specials after work, you can now sink your teeth into our delicious new edible option every Friday, Pizza! This Friday kicks off our new weekly Pizza Party with a couple of tasty options; the Mushroom Truffle Pizza and the Hot Pancetta Pizza! At only $10 it’s a great way to finish the week off with friends..

As always our famous drink specials of 2-4-1 House Wines, Pints (Beer/Cider) & Spirits, will be served up alongside our delicious $10 Pizzas - from 5pm-9pm!!

Buon appetito!

Handcrafted is the keyword at ‘It’s Twelve O’clock Somewhere’, Warrandyte’s answer to the ‘local’ that specialises in an ever-changing list of sixteen handcrafted beers and local wines on tap and they’re also available by the glass and bottle.

A great list of casual offerings from modern ‘shared plate’ entrees, to wood-fired gourmet pizzas and mains straight from the giant New Orleans smoker, are all served right across the day and night.

Outdoors ‘The Deck’ is the perfect place to take it all in, or indoors there’s a large space with a casual feel, great for small gatherings or larger groups.

The Emerson is a place of endless possibility – day or night! This unique multilevel venue inspires and captivates, offering the perfect combination of elegance, fun and contemporary style with Melbourne’s laid-back sophistication. Spanning Club, Cocktail Bar & Lounge and Rooftop, The Emerson invites you to eat, drink and play under one roof with their a la carte menu, premium beverage selection, booth packages, VIP service and private event options.


The Emerson Rooftop

An elegant and sophisticated yet casual space, set against a vista of South Yarra and Melbourne’s CBD. The fully retractable roof and generous heating will keep you warm in winter and cool in summer providing the perfect space for any experience. The Emerson Rooftop offers booth packages ultimate in both day & night celebration, full space hire for weddings and private events, live cooking station and a menu of Modern Australian dishes designed for casual dinners or sharing amongst friends.

Cocktail Bar & Lounge

A place of hidden pockets and secret corners, unique light fixtures and sumptuous textures, this is the ultimate in intimate event spaces. With private booths and lift access, discreet amenity access and a bird’s eye view over the main dance floor, this level is designed to be enjoyed all night long, exclusively removed from the fevered pace below. The striking cocktail lounge area features plush low level lounge style seating separated to provide exclusivity yet immersed in the atmosphere of the rooftop and club, perfect for an intimate event or seated dinner.

The Emerson Club

Designed for absolute enjoyment, The Emerson Club brings the sounds of resident and international DJ's, spectacular lighting, aerial entertainment and a VIP experience to create the best atmosphere, ambience and experience for all in Melbourne. The beauty is in the details - from the carefully appointed grand bar, to the lush booth seating areas that fill out all the best corners of the club, complementing the flow to bring you up close and personal with the DJ and dance floor.

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The popular Martini Bar is the place to see and be seen. With a chic, sophisticated atmosphere complete with luxurious couches, table service, and an open fire, the Martini Bar offers a wide range of cocktails, wines by the glass, and an alluring appetizer menu—as well as our obvious specialty, fabulous martinis that aren't to be missed. This relaxed setting affords a stylish spot for an after work wind-down, pre-dinner or pre-theatre drinks, a night on the town, or a soothing night cap.

A section of the bar can be allocated for private functions.

With a huge kitchen and cocktail bar, The Estate would make any retired captain happy. Graze like Baxter’s stock with spectacular views of Port Phillip Bay, no matter what the weather is doing.

The Captain’s purpose built storage includes wine and beer barrels from the best ports and valleys around the world. Check to see what is in the latest cargo dispatch. The Captain’s cocktail menu is the best way to explore St Kilda’s roots.

Creating the thrilling custom designed cocktail list that plays on the history and stories of The Captain himself is Venue Manager and renowned mixologist David van Iersel. Each cocktail comes with its own, often cheeky, short story based on local history and delivers the perfect balance of flavour and flair. Luke Campbell, of Rockpool, Taxi and his own wine business Vinified, has given the wine list serious wine kudos.

Our kitchen is open 7 days a week, taking inspiration from Asian street food styles which are fresh, flavourful and made from the best ingredients. The menu is designed to be shared and eaten in a social environment with a cocktail in hand. Captain Baxter is a family run business that believes in the tradition of supporting other family producers and suppliers.

Captain Baxter can cater for a broad range of events and is a must for your next event destination. With a number of spaces suitable for any occasion and an experienced team ready to cater to your needs.

Our Lounge Space is outlined with stunning electric blue brick, this plush space is ideal for a relaxed social gathering it can accommodate a cocktail style function for 50-60 guests.

Our Dining area offers a combination of booth seating and floor to ceiling windows that bring the beach inside while you dine. Perfect for a seated dinner or lunch accommodating 65 guests seated and 80 cocktail.

Vasko boasts a unique family presence, and a successful fusion of contemporary cuisine with a strong Mediterranean flavour.


Private dinner, cocktail party, engagement, wedding, christening you name it, Vasko’s enviable reputation for creativity ensures your next special occasion will be a complete success. A private bar, champagne garden and al fresco deck seating are just a few of the many great features included in our private space.

Vasko can accommodate up to 150 guests cocktail style, offering a broad range of canapés, finger food and grazer options. For a sit-down celebration we can cater for up to 70 people with a variety of set menus to choose from.

Each dish on their cocktail and set menus are house made and are of the highest quality.


For a conference Vasko’s private space can cater for your annual general meeting, training seminar/workshop, exhibition and more. The space is fully equipped with a comprehensive audio visual system including a wide screen plasma, DVD and i-pod facilities.

1806 is a unique experience similar to a restaurant,except with awsome cocktails. We offer full table service only and can comfortably seat groups of up to 4 people with or without a reservation. We do have limited seating available for large groups in the main bar area for up to 10 people (advanced booking is essential to avoid dissapointment).

Accessed through a wardrobe door the Understudy takes you on a journey of the senses. Reservations for The Understudy can be made for those wishing to partake in our Cocktail Degustation Menu. Available Thurs-Sat, 7-10pm. If you have ever wondered what lies beyond the looking glass, take the journey down into the Understudy to find out!

Discover Ludlow Bar & Dining Room, a spectacularly located Southbank restaurant on the banks of the Yarra. A grotto inspired, uniquely Melbourne drinking and dining destination featuring riverside barbecue and bar, cocktail lounge and dining room.

The city of Moreland’s oldest hotel has been transformed into a hidden wonderland, specialising in all things Victorian with 100% local craft beer and wine. Our chef seamlessly mixes the classics with dishes designed to tantalise your tastebuds, focusing on locally grown produce wherever possible.

Comprising three distinct and inviting areas, the downstairs bar and beer garden create a casual and relaxed setting with concrete eagles, dragons heads and 1920s film projectors. If you can tear yourself away from the eclectic décor and venture upstairs to the dining room you will discover the jewel in The Woodlands’ crown. Take a seat in one of our grand
thrones, or get cosy in one of the booths under the watchful eye of our giant toy soldiers and lose yourself in the Sailor Jerry tattoo themed artwork that adorns the walls.

Whatever the occasion The Woodlands Hotel is the true hidden gem you’ve been looking for.

Since it opened, the pub has built a solid reputation for unpretentious meals, a down-to-earth mood and good beer. As far as I’m concerned, that is well-warranted praise.