If you're hunting for a classic Melbourne vibe on a Saturday, Murmur Piano Bar in Warburton Lane is a top-tier choice. It's tucked away upstairs and feels like a genuine escape from the CBD chaos, even when it's packed. The atmosphere is built around the live piano sets--expect a high-energy, sing-along crowd that's social but more mature than your standard nightclub. Because they don't serve food, the focus remains entirely on the performance and the drinks; the bartenders are efficient even during the Saturday rush, turning out excellent classic cocktails and a solid selection of spirits. The key to a good night here is timing and preparation. Since it's a no-food venue, grab dinner at one of the nearby spots on Elizabeth or Little Collins Street first. On a Saturday, it hits capacity quickly, so arrive before 9:00 PM if you want any hope of snagging a stool near the piano; otherwise, be prepared for a lively, standing-room-only experience. It's the perfect spot if you want a night defined by dim lighting, velvet interiors, and live music rather than a generic DJ set. read more

A amazing place, Hidden Gem , I've been many times and it's a great experience, The hole place goes off regularly with signing, Very crowd interactive, Bar staff and manager are amazing and friendly, Great when celebrating a birthday or anything, You won't be disappointed "party on" read more

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Flaming pirate drinks! My friend and I ended up here one night, ordered a couple of the tiki pirate drinks, and as we watched the flames spread over the table we knew it was our new spot. Hidden down a lane (isn't everything) off little Bourke, head up the stairs to the old warehouse turned bar. The two bartenders are like an old married couple. Really know their stuff and like experimenting with new drinks. After a couple consecutive visits they became very friendly, as they are with a lot of their customers, which leads to a bit of swearing and insults. Makes you feel like old friends. They also have a tendency to share a round of shots with their customers. The drinks menu is actually very good. There's one that tastes like a lemon cheesecake but something for everyone's taste. My friend and I love the flaming pirate drinks. Sweet, fruit, strong, and on fire! But if you are so overwhelmed by decision, just ask them and they will help you pick something out. read more

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Decided to try a good cocktail and went to murmur. I was not disappointed. The staff is friendly and helpful. The seat are comfortable and decoration is nice. I took a Mitch martini the cocktail was great, music was not too loud so you can talk. And when you glass is finish the bartender ask if you want something else. Great service and great cocktail ! read more

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It's almost always packed at every bar in the city on a Friday night. So when my friend took me here for drinks, I immediately fell in love with its seclusion and 'less crowded' atmosphere. To be honest, I almost wanted to submit a bad review to deter people away from (my) bar and have this gorgeous place all to myself. Guess I need to learn how to share :p Anyway, the first thing that caught my attention here was this delicious aromatic smell coming over from the bar. I looked over and saw Kylie (the bartender) making some epic concoction of sorts and quickly ordered whatever she was making - it looked and smelled amazing. (I'll post a photo of the drink when I manage to get the photo off my friend - phone battery died that night). It is hard to describe my joy when I found that the drink tasted better than it looked. An average cocktail price is $19, which is very reasonable given its quality. The place is decorated with couches and dimmed mood lighting. Although their couches aren't as fancy or comfortable as the ones over at Fall From Grace, it's pretty decent. There are a couple of couches they could consider replacing though due to a little wear and tear but it's a really minor issue - pardon me for being a bit of a fuss. Another great thing about this place is the music - they go through Motown hits and a couple of jazz picks (both my favs!). Definitely would come back again and again. read more

My partner and I have a saying - "Murmur. Always Murmur". That's the answer to any question relating to where to go for drinks. Murmur is our favourite cocktail bar and for good reason. The cocktails are brilliant, the atmosphere always fun and the bartenders always seem to be enjoying themselves as much as the patrons. read more

Need a cocktail made with absolute care? Matt at Murmur is your man! Give him some general guidance "I like gin, bitter stuff, nothing too sweet..." and off he'll go and make you something that hits the spot. I never have to look at a menu again - awesome! Come here when you have some time to spare and a good conversation partner, because the drinks won't come quickly and so the focus is on relaxation and enjoyment. read more

As if Warburton Lane wasn't hidden enough... You've maybe been to Portello Rosso. Beautiful little Spanish influenced tapas resto. But the real gem is right upstairs. Murmur is tiny, has an old warhouse elevator looking hole in the floor that looks into Portello, and you can grab a lot of their small plates for dining up in the bar. The real deal are their drinks, though! They have a great spicy margarita style cocktail. They also have a wide range of tequilas and chacacas. Ask for a shot, and then ask really nicely and quietly for their spicy, bloody-mary-esque chaser. It'll burn, but burns SO good! Cute couches in one corner, and bar seating at the other. So comfy. So hidden. Just don't run and tell everyone...only your best friends! read more

Within about five seconds after arrival the place shot to being one of my favourite lounges in Melbourne. Everything about it is just perfect perfect perfect. Hard to tell what the best part is - the decor (eclectic vintage?), the drinks (delicious), the crowd (polished yet laid back) or the music (depends what time of the night you go, but always good). Favourite drinks: burnt orange rum sour (sit at the bar to watch it being made) and something lemony with eggs in it. Other drinks I've tried have also been excellent. It's also worth mentioning that they have a pretty solid beer selection, which is unique for this kind of place - usually you would expect to just get cocktails, but here you can pretty much get whatever you like. read more

The kind of place where the bar staff treat you like friends instead of customers, and are more than happy for you to put your trust in them and see what they come up with. Place is very effortlessly cool, a loft with exposed beams and comfy couches all creating a very relaxed vibe. Seems to be magically jerk-free too for a city hang-out - so if you are a bit of a jerk please move along! read more

A perfect evening: Tapas and wine at Portello Rosso downstairs; carefully made cocktails upstairs at Murmur. The DJ was playing motown, and Matt, Andy, and Kylie were having just as much fun bartending as the guests drinking their bevvies. Murmur's cocktail menu is overwhelming - everything from traditional to cheeky tiki, and they have no problem sussing out what you're looking for and taking it from there. I had everything from a perfect Manhattan to a flaming passionfruit tiki drink; Felt like partying at a friend's apartment but with upgraded drinkware and flames. read more

One of the first bars I was introduced to in Melbourne, two years later Murmur is still right up there as my favourite. A great meeting point for Friday afternoon drinks, Murmur is the perfect location for cocktails, beer and everything in between. While the range of beers isn't enormous, they more than make up for it with the cocktail menu which runs the whole gamut. It's easy to lose track of time in Murmur; the calm and intimate atmosphere is pure bliss before a night in the clubs! Located smack bang in the middle of the city, you can't go past Murmur for a meeting point or even a couple of weeknight drinks with a special someone. read more

Murmur is one of those bars that once you've been you want to shout it's name from the rooftops, but at the same time, you want to keep it a secret so that every single person in Melbourne and beyond doesn't suddenly make it their new favourite watering hole. They definitely serve the best cocktails I've ever tasted and my beer connoisseur partner was impressed by the range of boutique and premium beers they stocked. (Mind you, one sip of my cocktail and he was finding it hard to choose what to order). Adam and Matt are 2 of the best bartenders we've encountered and their personalities combined with their incredible skills, is a combination that you really don't want to miss. Add in a warm and inviting atmosphere and some funky tunes and it's no wonder this would be our favourite bar of all time. read more

Big comfy couches, crazy cocktails, good mix of music - YES you can get it all here at Murmur Bar. After you find the entrance and climb a flight of stairs of course. We went to visit Murmur Bar after having dinner downstairs at Portello Rosso and boy I wish I had saved more space for drinks. Everyone seemed really at ease and though it was pretty busy, the bartenders were attentive and friendly. If you like cocktails this is the place for you as you can choose from longs, shorts, martini's, pirates, hot concoctions and more. For those who do not want cocktails, they have a small selection of beer and wine to cater for you but please try a tiki pirate in a fancy cup (and they set the drink on fire). Cocktails will set you back about $19 AUD read more

It's sort of telling when, after 10 nights in Melbourne, five of them have involved Murmur. The place never feels crowded or rushed. Lots of couches and chairs abound for seating, though I have a fondness for sidling up to the bar. The place has a good bottled beer list, and a selection of wines, but their forte is their well stocked bar, and the duo of bartenders, Matt and Kylie, that staff it. They seem to always have time to delve into your particular twist or flavor, working with you to hone a cocktail to your exact wants. Even offbeat requests like beer-based cocktails get handled with aplomb. Combine these mixological skills with great personalities, and it makes for a bar where it is easy to relax and enjoy. I look forward to my next Melbourne visit, and a trip or three to Murmur for My Drink, and urge all of you to do the same. read more

I popped in on the night of their Halloween party and the vibe was pretty good. We perched at the bar and watched the guys at work. Most of the staff seemed friendly enough - particularly Heidi who ended up serving us and chatting as she made other drinks. I had the 'famous' zombie but wasn't too impressed by it. For once in my life I thought it was too big for a cocktail - usually the other way around for me! I was quite sick of it by the end. I think I would come back but maybe just for the more basic drinks. I would rather hit up 1806 or Ampere for cocktails. More care taken in making the drinks for roughly the same price. read more

Murmur features a very loud amplified piano with a raucous audience belting out Sweet Caroline and American Pie. If you are expecting a jazzy acoustic piano bar with a rat pack vibe you will be disappointed. Located in a side alley near Chinatown, it could be a cool jazz club, but not what we expected. read more

Nice cozy bar for 50 people they mate special cocktails but is good for robotic night talking or by your self at the bar read more

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Cozy and interesting... Great beer knowledge.. Personable... Lovely staff and good selection. Music and atmosphere us good, random Laneway but it's nice and intimate :) read more

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I was very disappointed with the service at murmur. This has been one of my favourite bars over the past couple of years, and I booked two tables for my 25th last Saturday about 6 weeks back. I was corresponding with Matt, and reconfirmed my booking with his the Tuesday before the event, which he stated was all in the books and ready to go! Upon arriving at the bar, I found out it was booked out for a private event. I went to clarify things with Matt, but he brushed me and my partner off with such arrogance, by saying he sent me an email the night before (which, until this date, I have NOT received anything!). Common courtesy in regards to customer service is to call me 24 hours prior to give me time to reschedule, or at least try be apologetic for the inconvenience caused! Instead he made it seem as though it was my fault the email he "sent" didn't come through. Needless to say, I had to quickly change the venue and inform all my mates to go to another bar due to the incompetence and poor service at this bar. My birthday did not get off to a good start at all thanks to this. Favourite bar of mine? Definitely been stripped off its title, and I will never be back again. read more

Murmur is a bar I've been wanting to go to for quite a while now. It's also a little hidden, underneath a blue covering over the stairs. Or to make things easier, just behind Portobello Rosso and then up the stairs. It's an old loft, but once inside it is rather pleasant with it's wooden flooring and spacious ceiling. Bar tenders are great for being friendly and giving good advice or recommendations. Drinks turn out well and the bar is pretty decently stocked. There's a few nice places to sit down and hopefully with the wooden flooring it won't be too noisy. read more

My new fave. Although it is a little hard to find as their is no signage on the outside, I was pleasantly surprised that it wasn't packed although we were there quite early. I discovered my new favourite drink - a drambuie based cocktail with lemonade and bitters that looks relatively simple to make but goes down so nicely. The decor and vibe of the place is really nice not overly cluttered but interesting and the staff were super friendly and accommodating. Will definitely be going again soon. read more

I eyed off this place for a Thursday night date...best place for an intimate chat on one of the many Chesterfield couches. Music was great, staff incredibly attentive and friendly, we felt so looked after yet given space to enjoy our night. We ordered some tapas from the downstairs restaurant- the pork belly was like sex on a plate. Funky cocktail list too. Definitely returning here.... read more

This place doesn't go out of fashion. Laid back and cool. The staff don't keep hassling you if you only nurse one drink. Good hidden gem

We were looking for a warm, welcoming bar for a pre-dinner cocktail and Murmur delivered. The staff made us immediately feel at home and dished up some delicious cocktails. All the classic leather lounges were taken but we were able to find a cosy, relaxing spot to enjoy our drinks. A perfect space for couples and small groups. I would very happily return to Murmur if in the area again. read more

This evening I visited Murmur with two of my friends. One of my friends brought her four month old daughter. It was the first night she had been out in the evening with friends since she gave birth. The bar was relatively quiet - I would guess, at its busiest, there were at most 10 other patrons. I arrived at around 6pm. My two friends had arrived earlier. At one point my friend's baby began to grizzle, so she took her outside. Otherwise she seemed to me to be quiet and often asleep. She had also brought the baby's pram. As I've mentioned, it was not particularly busy, and the pram was not taking up space that other patrons might otherwise have used. At around 7.15, one of the staff told us that, although he had made an exception for us up to that point, we would not be allowed to stay at murmur with the baby after 8pm. He let us know that he was giving us warning so we would have time to finish our drinks and leave within the next 45 minutes or so. He was very polite. Slightly before 8pm he came to let us know that our time was almost up. Again, he was very polite. We left. He farewelled us as we did. I understand that the staff member in this case was applying a policy. I also understand that Murmur must have reasons for its policy, such as wanting to have a particular image, or being concerned that a baby may upset other customers, or that the baby and parent will be uncomfortable if the bar gets busier and noisier as the evening progresses. However, there was room in this situation for Murmur to exercise discretion if and when a real situation of discomfort arose for other customers or the bar. They might have recognised that the bar was quiet, that other customers were not inconvenienced, that the child was quiet and asleep, that the mother had already demonstrated that she would leave the bar if the baby became upset, and that, in any event, a mother with a four month old child is unlikely to want to stay at a bar past 8pm. Instead, Murmur treated my friend in a different manner to every other person in the bar because she had parenting and breast-feeding responsibilities read more

Last night music and singer were great however the bar was so overcrowded and I am amazed it was within acceptable safety standards. So many drunken guys pushing and elbowing the entire hour we were there until finally one smashed his glass broken all over the floor. Guys were so disrespectful in trying to take everyones space almost got into a few fights. We told the barmaid this guy was wasted and had been smashing into people all night and he should be thrown out and to our shock the bar lady said just ignore him!! How this bar holds a responsible service of alcohol licence I will never know. Never going there again! read more

An amazing selection of whiskeys and the female bartender there is hot. Also she knows a lot about whiskeys which, when drinking whiskey, makes her appear hotter. Haven't been back in a long time so hopefully the knowledgable bartender is still there because she really taught me a lot about whiskeys. Did I mention this place serves whiskey? read more

Solid beer knowledge. Incredible whiskey sours.