While you’re there, you can grab one of their many amazing drinks, they’ve got some fancy wines from all the best corners of the world, some cool and quirky beers that you’ve probably never heard of before, and some cocktails to marvel at, one called the Blind Jimmy, featuring some whisky and soda, or if you’re wanting a more standard fare, look no further than their mouth-watering Margaritas or Negroni’s. To get up to their beautiful but secret rooftop bar, you’ll need to hop into an unmarked lift which will move you up and deliver you into the Madame Brussels experience. The Alice in Wonderland style interior will transport you to another place. If you’re keen to get a little bit weird and wonderful with a place that is straight out of a storybook, Madame Brussels is for you. Madame BrusselsĪ post shared by Madame Brussels Address: 3/59 Bourke St You can order drinks like a KFC, which features Midori and Fernet, The Benefactor which has Islay Whiskey and Pineapple Rum, or even a Tangy Boi, which has Aged Rum and lemon juice. Due to their small interior, they don’t take bookings, so make sure you get there early, you can head down there from around 6pm most days and enjoy what makes Above Board special.īut if you’re not down for a jaunt down to Chopper Lane, you can order some of the award-winning Above Board cocktails from home, here. He’s even named a bunch of drinks after his family, previous employers, friends and family too.Ībove Board is pretty small inside, but it doesn’t need to be too big – with around 16 seats, you know you’ll be getting A+ service. You can head to Above Board, have a chat with him, and get to enjoy a cocktail for your liking. The brainchild of popular bartender Hayden Lambert, who has a repertoire to wonder at. This spot is definitely among our favourite hidden bars, with a pretty fancy vibe to match.
Above BoardĪ post shared by Delightful Drinks | Cocktails Address: Level 1/306 Smith St Chopper Lane, Collingwood Their cocktail list is jam-packed with original drinks named after people of note during the history of Berlin, these include the Arkady Shevchenko, a cocktail that contains egg white, gin and lime, or even the John Le Carre, featuring ingredients like the fancy Glenlivet 12 and white chocolate. The interior is laced with a combination of repurposed grenade crates and luxurious leather booths, topping of the chilled yet fancy vibe.Įast meets West on the cocktail list too, serving up a range of eclectic brews for all types of alcohol fans. But it’s important to note, while you’re inside, you’ll feel right at home, with laid back table service and a chilled vibe, it’s quickly evident that it’s a spot you’ll never want to leave. There are a couple of sections to the amazing Berlin Bar, the capitalist side and the communist side, each offering a different vibe to patrons, with alternate seating options and artwork surrounding the spaces. Once you’ve found the front door of Corrs Lane’s contribution to Melbourne’s hidden bars scene, you’ll need to ring the doorbell to gain admittance to the stow-away first floor. Inspired by the famed city that was once divided by an iron wall, separating the capitalist bloc and the communist bloc – Berlin Bar is equal parts utilitarian and opulent. – Dedicated Menu: Fancy original Cocktails You can also check out Melbourne’s most comprehensive guides to the best bars and pubs in each suburb and street here.Ī post shared by Berlin Bar Address: Level 2/16 Corrs Lane Stay up to date with what’s happening in and around Melbourne here. Today we’re diving into some of the coolest bars across out state that have a cool little hidden element about them, it could be a secret bar that you’ll need to find down an alley, a deceptive façade that’ll confuse you, or even an escape room style spot that requires a few tasks and games to enter. This is just one of the many lists we have celebrating venues like these, we’ve also previously covered venues where you can get yelled at, a spot (that’s now closed) where you can eat naked, or even a space that lets you eat in the dark. This city’s nightlife has never a stranger to getting a little bit weird, a little bit wacky and a little bit wonderful, and this hugely comprehensive list of Melbourne’s best hidden bars and secret bars is constantly being updated with new and emerging spots that find cool ways to go about their business. WORDS BY BEN LAMB AND JAMES DI FABRIZIO The master list of Melbourne’s best hidden bars and secret bars, including venues behind bookshelves and through fridge doors, to enjoy cocktails, wine, beers and fine dining.
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