It's rare to find a sophisticated bar outside of the CBD these days, and it's even rarer to find…read moreone that won't break your weekly drinking budget in one night. Hawker Beer and Wine Bar is located in the suburb of Highett just 30mins from Melbourne CBD. The bar is named after Harry Hawker, a local of the area. Harry George Hawker, was an Australian aviation pioneer. He was the chief test pilot for Sopwith and was also involved in the design of many of their aircraft. After World War One he co-founded Hawker Aircraft, the firm that would later be responsible for a long series of successful military aircraft. The bar itself is small and is directly across the road from the Highett train station, which seems to have some type of train passing through every 15mins. The fit-out is minimalistic, with large windows that give you a great view of the comings and goings in the area. What is great about this bar is the large cocktail list. With mostly original cocktails with a few traditional with a modern twist. The service is friendly and attentive, and I get the feeling if I lived in the area this would be my local. Apart from the great cocktails it has a good selection of beers and wines. It also had a pretty awesome snack menu, being provided by Typhoon, the Vietnamese restaurant next door. If you live in the area chances are you have either visited Hawker or know of it. If you haven't been do yourself a favour and pay them a visit, it won't disappoint.

Well, the service here was outstanding, but it does actually go beyond that to being one of my…read morefavourite bars in the area, not that I actually come down here all that often. Yet, in a way this bar really does have a lot of charm about it, as well as some great beers as well. In a way it was the rooftop that I really liked, but then again you can't go past a good rooftop bar, and there are some pretty good ones around as well. Yeah, this is one of those great bars that you can spend some time at on a nice summers evening, noting that it doesn't open until about 5:00 pm. Yeah, this bar was pretty awesome.

We were looking for a bar in Ormond for a pre-dinner drink and this seemed to be the only place…read more Right on the train line, it's styled a bit like a trashy rock bar (that's not an insult) and is a very relaxed, chilled out place. When we walked in there was a couple of folk in the main bar area, and to be honest, I wasn't entirely sure the place was even open. Thankfully it was, we got a couple of drinks as well as some Twisties (yay) and the bar guy even topped up my cider when we were paying for our drinks after I'd had a sip which I thought was super nice. We headed upstairs to the rooftop beer garden which again, had that kind of run-down vibe that might be offputting but I really like, and chilled out for an hour or so. It might not be everyone's cup of tea, but I really liked this bar. The bar guy says the food is really good too but we already had plans to go to Jimmy Grants nearby so maybe another time.

The Chandelier Room is FANTASTIC!…read more Every Saturday night, with $20 cover you will get to see 3 quality acts! Tonight I saw lucky enough to see Mama Blue & Son, Pat Wilson (Trio) and Tim Hulsman. I have never heard of any of these acts however the quality and talent was really enjoyable and laid back. This isn't a bar to get rowdy but instead to sit on luxurious sofas and couches, grab a few drinks and pizzas or tapas and kick back after a big week to enjoy sweet sweet bluesy music. Tips: -You can reserve tables or couches ahead of time at this venue -Bring cash at the door -Doors open at 8pm with acts starting around 8-8:30pm and the venue closing at 12am I will be making my way back here soon as the music was fun, drinks well priced and the venue easy to get to from the south east suburbs with plenty of parking outside.

Multiple times we've been moved on from tables because of reservations that have been taken with no…read morenotification or signage. Sitting at a table next to a heater and told to go sit in the cold instead. Woeful service. No wonder you've been in receivership.

Oh I've had enough of this place and will not be back. Nearly every time I've been here I've been…read moremoved from table to table. And sometimes multiple times in the same night. I've been to them on quiet nights - and to paid special events. The tables aren't reserved, no signs on them, yet if a larger group comes in they tell you to move. Often don't even help you find another table. And the beer and food aren't even that good. Sick of it!!! Last time I will be there.

I found out they had a Mother's Milk in Brighton after reviewing the Chapel St one and had to see…read moreif it was the same deal...and it is! Really great little bar where I'm sure it gets more and more popular during the nicer weather where it would thrive on the groups of younger, "classier" folk from Brighton. It is just a great establishment with so much appeal decor wise and is so uninhibited that it means you're sure to enjoy yourself. Such a cool lounge area where they have great lighting and cool music so it's a perfect place to have a drink!

Not one but two open fire places here! We ordered eggplant chip, sorry no pics, they don't cook on…read morethe premises meaning they came from another restaurant nearby OMG delicious ! Really shoulda found out where they came from. The bar staff were relaxed professional and friendly. They made this place really. It had a nice feel. I liked it here. The house sparkling is really quite nice and very reasonably priced. The clientele was oddly all female and frankly a little snooty. Hopefully that experience was a one off. I'll go back. You should too. It's just opposite the cinema.

This is one of those pubs that I have been trying to visit for a while, and I finally managed to…read moreaccomplish that. It feels as if it is one of those pubs that is set away from the main shopping district, and really just has that beachside feel to it. The beer selections are normally pretty good, but due to the Rona my favourites weren't available. However, the service was quite good, and they have a nice beer garden as well. Oh, and great views too.

Upon arrival, tables were set, yet many had not been wiped, we order lunch;…read moreNew Zealand Mussells - Good Calamari & Chips - ok 2x Caesar Salad w prawns - terrible... 4 small prawn and predominantly lettuce. Really disappointing meal overall. The hotel ambiance far out weighs the food quality, maybe the lack of customers should have been an alarm bell....will not eat there again

I go to this little Gem when in Melbourne, they are really nice and allow you to get wine by the…read moreglass or bottle with a fair charge, people who where around and enoying their wines also looked very satisfied and not Yobbo's. the area is tight and we where there with just a few drops of rain, it was just great to be outdoors and enjoying a bottle of crisp white wine. Regards from George Wine Valley Tours Adelaide

Excellent place to buy some wine or beer, even better to drop in and have a drink, you can buy wine…read moreby the glass or have a beer, they also do coffee and cakes, you can BYO your food and try there wine or beer, great cosy room in the back and excellent selection of bottles a must for a wine or beer lover, it's one of mordys best kept secrets. We love going there the staff is great.

Visiting pubs is cool, but visiting themed bars is even better. I ended up here one day when I was…read morenot working and had just been to the cinema in Brighton, so I was making my way home and decided to visit some places that I hadn't normally visited - and this was one of those places. The name really does suit the place, or more so the place really does fit the name. There are a few rooms about with some lovely, and quite comfortable, chairs. In fact, it is the rooms that really give this place it's charm, including the outdoor area out the back. Okay, it was pretty quiet when I visited, but that also adds to the charm.

I don't know why I allow this quaint little bar slip out of my mind so often when I think of places…read moreto go out for a nice quiet drink with a couple of people or hold a small function. Antique Bar has a beautiful sophistication in the air and fine cocktails, wine and beer in the glasses. The décor will take you back to an age where everyone wore a suite just to go to the corner store. I think I have just talked myself into where I will be going tonight for a couple of quiet drinks.

The only thing better than the food, was the wonderful waitress Millana, served with a smile. She…read morewas professional and fast. Rare to find staff like that.

I have been to the Half Moon many times for coffee and cake, but this was my first time for dinner…read more The dining room is in a separate area, which helps to keep the noise down. There was a private function party (with DJ) in the next area and we didn't even know until we were on our way out. Decor is quite up market without being over the top and the clever use of glass walls makes the room look bigger than it is. The menu had all the 'pub food' regulars, but prepared to an up market standard. I had the Wagyu Beef Burger which was so tender it basically fell apart. The delicious Orange and Vanilla Brûlée was soft and creamy. The only bad point was the service was a bit slow. Being a Saturday night, they were packed (which is not an excuse) and we had to ask when how meals were coming. Having said that, the staff were friendly and attentive.