The Corner Hotel has long been a hot spot in Melbourne and is known for bringing great acts to people in a close and intimate setting. There is also a rooftop bar upstairs, if you feel like catching a breath of fresh air. The front bar is popular among visitors. You can roam the Kitchen area as well. The refreshments are greatly appreciated and the music even more.
This up class city venue offers everything from booze to bands plus a world-class restaurant. The decor seeks to capture the mood of the mid-seventies with the story of the robbery and its aftermath retold in the surroundings. The restaurant takes its commitment to food and wines very seriously. The extensive wine list features handpicked Australian wines with many offered by the glass. The menu changes seasonally and shows Middle Eastern and Mediterranean influences. The ambiance and prices are geared to business dining.
Enjoy an evening with friends at the Gasometer Hotel while in the city. Have discounted drinks during Happy Hours complemented with delicious dishes at the pub. You can also tap your feet to the groovy beats played by various local artists. The interiors are wooden furnished adding a vintage as well as a rustic appeal to the ambiance.
The John Curtin Hotel is a hot spot for music lovers in Melbourne. Far from the upscale, fancy restaurants and bars, this spot has a no-frills, slightly grungy appearance with posters on every surface. Don't let appearances fool you, because this is one of the most popular spots for live music concerts by up and coming local indie and rock bands. One can also often find young DJs spinning some hip tracks or Victorian College kids strumming out a tune or two on a guitar. Serving a number of beers on tap and in bottles as well as hearty snacks, the pub is definitely a spot that should be visited.
The Palace Hotel is a cozy neighborhood sports bar and pub which is known for its craft beers and ales. The sports bar has a warm and welcoming ambiance with its open-brick walls, high keg stools and cushy sofas along the walls with throw pillows. Dig into a hearty meal consisting of burgers, steaks, fish and chips or gyros, sip on some beer and catch the latest games on their television. On summer nights, their beer garden also buzzes with activity. Regular events, discounts and concerts keeps the popularity of the venue alive.
The John Curtin Hotel is a hot spot for music lovers in Melbourne. Far from the upscale, fancy restaurants and bars, this spot has a no-frills, slightly grungy appearance with posters on every surface. Don't let appearances fool you, because this is one of the most popular spots for live music concerts by up and coming local indie and rock bands. One can also often find young DJs spinning some hip tracks or Victorian College kids strumming out a tune or two on a guitar. Serving a number of beers on tap and in bottles as well as hearty snacks, the pub is definitely a spot that should be visited.
Enjoy an evening with friends at the Gasometer Hotel while in the city. Have discounted drinks during Happy Hours complemented with delicious dishes at the pub. You can also tap your feet to the groovy beats played by various local artists. The interiors are wooden furnished adding a vintage as well as a rustic appeal to the ambiance.
A favorite of the students from the neighboring University of Melbourne, The Prince Alfred Hotel has been around for several decades. The lively public house first opened its doors to the people of Richmond somewhere in the late '20s. Although the bar now sports a more contemporary elements such as DJ booths, large TV screens that showcase current games and such, it still oozes a wonderful, retro charm. The menu offered here includes a delicious variety of pub grub - wings, fries, burgers and such along with an impressive drink list.
The Palace Hotel is a cozy neighborhood sports bar and pub which is known for its craft beers and ales. The sports bar has a warm and welcoming ambiance with its open-brick walls, high keg stools and cushy sofas along the walls with throw pillows. Dig into a hearty meal consisting of burgers, steaks, fish and chips or gyros, sip on some beer and catch the latest games on their television. On summer nights, their beer garden also buzzes with activity. Regular events, discounts and concerts keeps the popularity of the venue alive.
With the opening of The Night Cat in 1994, Melbourne's cafe culture finally came of age. It is a fusion of a comfortable lounge atmosphere, an elegant meeting place, complete with dance floor and sophisticated music that will have many people toe tapping and dancing to styles of music they would not usually listen to. Friday and Saturday nights are particularly busy and you may have to queue. On Sunday evenings an older, local crowd descends, creating a real community feel. The large bar serves basic drinks, house beer and wine.