Resistance Bar and Cafe is closed. Gone from the arcade near the station. Served some great burgers…read moreunique to the area but now gone.

I loved this bar so much that I actually came back again latter the same night with my mate to have…read moreanother beer. It is basically one of those hole in the wall bars, but it is actually located in a small arcade that runs down the side of Glenfernie railway station. I stumbled across it one afternoon, wandered inside and ending up having a great conversation with the bar tender. When it comes to beers, they have some pretty good ones of tap, however, while it didn't seem to be much at first, when I discovered the basement I literally fell in love with the place. That basement is so laid back and relaxing, and it just feels like one of those places that I could spend hours in with a group of friends.

Loving the emergence/resurgence of the whiskey bars around Melbs at the moment…read more The Kilburn offers flights that group whiskeys together based on their locale, which is a great way to get introduced to a few new favourites, and also a list of whiskey cocktails from the standards to the more peculiar. There's also some decent beers on the menu for those who want to cobble together their own boiler-makers. The set up is great and the inventory on display behind the bar simply mouth-wateringly impressive. One thing was that there didn't seem to be any whiskey 'bible' listing exactly what they had. Understand the logistics of keeping something like that up to date with prices and new inclusions etc can be annoying, but it would have been fun for us to read over, whiskey in hand, looking for the next one to try. I'm sure the staff - all very friendly and welcoming, with table service - would be able to help steer you toward something to suit your tastes and price range, but I do enjoy the tactile experience of flicking through a full drinks menu.

Er mer gerd. There's a very swank whisky bar outside of the city. On my side-ish of town. My new…read morefave. This place breathes a breath of fresh air into a previously dullish area. It's about time! Offering over 600 whisk(e)ys, delicious wines and craft beers. Offering delicious bar food. Very professional and attentive staff, they even offer table service. Beautifully furnished and lots of attention to detail in the lighting and things like bag hooks on the bar. Looking forward to sampling their cocktails and the whisky flights. x

This is the place you want to know from inside out. It just…read morelooks like any other shops in the neighborhood until you walk in and discover the hidden backyard garden. That's the wow moment when you don't want to sit outside neither are fond of the dim-light inside space. They offer good selections of wine and beer. Backyard offers the atmosphere for a fresh and delightful conversation with your friends meanwhile it he inside space provides a bit of magic for romance. It's a good place to drop-by without being too ambitious.

A much needed wine bar in Hawthorn - more please! With three spaces including a small but homely…read moreoutdoor space it appeals to a slightly more mature clientele than the local uni hotels. A rotating selection of wines by the glass and considerably more by the bottle, the team is more than happy for you to take a sip before you buy and pass on their recommendations. I haven't ventured further that the paprika spiced fries when it comes to food but they have a share plate concept with loads of seasonal tastes. Open Tuesday and Sunday and they welcome functions any day of the week!

Amazing remodelling of Return Serviceman's League bar and restaurant great service great menu, old…read morefave cocktails like Harvey Wallbanger, Pina Colada, cold beer on tap, even have Guinness. Live entertainment every second Sunday. My new regular with a touch of nostalgia throughout the place. Support your RSL drop in you won't be disappointed!

I probably shouldn't call this place a pub, namely because it happens to be a bar, but it is a…read morerather nice one at that. Like a lot of bars it is rather narrow, but it does have a couple of levels, including a couple of roof top decks up above. Also, they have a nice lounge area there as well, something that a lot of pubs seem to be missing. Oh, and it also has some nice beers on tap as well.

It's still how I remember it albeit minus the hard leather chairs and cigars ... still very relaxed…read moreand with an extensive cocktail menu. What is also different now is the stock of these weird beers that are actually quite good!! Looking around I see a lot of middle mgt men type with their PAs? haha hmmm

Ahh, another bar that I discovered in my wanderings around Melbourne. It turns out that this one is…read moreactually pretty good, even if only because of the rooftop deck, but then again any place with a rooftop deck is pretty cool in my books. The other thing about this place is that they also have some nice beers on tap, but once again, this is what I have come to expect from such bars. Oh, and the service was pretty good as well.

While my favourite bars and pubs are generally located in the Fitzroy, Collingwood and Richmond…read moreareas, I have a nostalgic love for Nevermind. It is cozy, comfortable, friendly and familiar. When you just want to drink all these factors become pretty important. Comprising of a few different levels, an outdoors area and a lot of seating, Nevermind pulls steady crowds and has a really nice atmosphere. I've never felt uncomfortable or picked up any dodgy vibes. Its just a nice location and is filled with seemingly nice people. Due to the large amount of couches Nevermind is the perfect location to catch up with friends or even hold an event. The only thing I have a problem with is continuously walking up and down stairs to get drinks but it doesn't seem to bother me too much once I've had a few.

Hidden away down a side street in Prahran, is the incredibly elegant and luxuriously ornate Back…read moreBar. Separated into two equally as stunning lounges, guests may have their choice from either the Red Lounge; which is located at street level with views of both Green and Chapel Streets as well as a licensed outdoor area. Or the Gold Lounge, which is three times as big as the Red Lounge making it perfect for larger functions or events. I love Back Bar as my after work destination when I'm in the mood for a classy, yet quiet chat with the girls whilst enjoying a few vinos. Back Bar offers happy hour every night of the week from 5pm - 7pm giving guests a discount on local beers, basic spirits and cocktails. Perfect! You should also keep an eye on the website, as Back Bar often host Cocktail Master Classes and other fun events, great for corporate functions or birthday celebrations.

Ooh, I quite like it in here! Slightly away from the Chapel Street 'strip', lies Back Bar. Entering…read moreis like stepping into an idea of opulence from 30 years ago. It's very elegant and old fashioned, but not in a hipster way. It feels more authentic than that. I popped in for a cheeky drink then popped out again so I didn't explore much, but what I found was just the ticket. Quiet, relaxed, and with a certain air of sophistication. Or maybe that's because I was in attendance, who knows. The place had a well-stocked bar with everything you could want to drink, an open fire for those winter months, and large, ornate chairs. This place is well worth a visit.

Yeah, this pub was okay, and a part of me sort of wondered why I missed it. Then again, I can't say…read morethat I'm an expert on this part of town, and I don't come down here all that often and wander around looking for bars that I haven't been to. Well, at least not recently. However, I did come down here and found this place, and it wasn't too bad. The service was good, as were the beers, but unfortunately it didn't really jump out at me the same way that other places have.

Went for steak night (Thursday night). Beautifully cooked & charred 250 gram steak. Staff very…read morefriendly and attentive. Highly recommend.

I came here with a coupon deal $50 for $100 worth of spending…read more There was no restriction to use it on food or beverages and alcohol included- GREAT! My dining partner and I decided to go with the tasting plates ( we did a bit of research and looked at other restaurant review websites) We had the Oysters with champagne sauce ( $4 ea), beetroot with white anchovies ( plate of 6 or 8), salmon terrine ( 3 dollops served with witlof salad and croutons), garlic prawns( 2), saffron arancini ( 3 pieces) and aubergine filled with tomato ( 3 pieces). They did a great job in pairing the dishes - 3 at a time. I liked the simplicity of some of the dishes but they worked brilliantly. A few items were not available which was disappointing and suggested that the kitchen could be a bit more organised?? I.e. the oysters with champagne sauce were available but not oysters with vinaigrette dressings. Also missing in action was the scallops. But by no means this affected our dining experience in any way. The table next to us used the same voucher and opted for entree and mains ( I perved at the barramundi fillet and mussels - all huge servings and looks satisfying) I also enjoyed the Eton mess and Chocolate souffle for dessert, they were Uber yumm. Melt in your mouth citrus ice cream accompanied my souffle and the Eton mess just made me want to Eat-on and eat-on!! Great decor, the place felt really glamorous inside despite the nightclub outside... I reccomend coming in early if you want a quiet dinner or book a weeknight! I saw a promotion of 50% off the total bill on wednesday nights. For that kind of discount, you have no more excuse not to try this place.

The prawn... exceptional. crumbed and tasted like it was deep fried. But it wasn't!! everything…read moreelse ... ok. Steak came medium rather than medium rare as ordered.