Hidden from view up a flight of stairs just like one of those 1920s speakeasies is The 18th Amendment Bar where owner Gorge Camorra is often at the door to welcome his guests.

D.O.C Espresso and its Delicatessen next door opened in 2009 on Lygon Street with one added bonus…..a bar!

Named after the Sri Lankan bowl pancakes made from fermented rice flour and coconut milk, at Mrs Hopper you can pair your booze with delicious food from the Araliya kitchen.

The Ugly Duckling graced Richmond with its presence in 2015 and brought an element of class to a strip that was devoid of beautiful spaces to sit and drink quality cocktails and wine.

Royal Saxon is one of those places that seriously has it all. The design by architects Six Degrees is well executed giving the space a modern industrial aesthetic...

Unless you’re a vegetarian, you probably eat meat. And if you eat meat, then you have to go to Dexter Melbourne.

Radio Mexico is one of those places we love because it's not just somewhere to eat or drink. From the moment you walk in you just know you'll have a complete experience.

Every suburb has its local, the place where you can hang out and feel comfortable to turn up in whatever you happen to be wearing and not feel like you're going to stand out. Lucky for the locals of Northcote...

Freddie Wimpoles, a unique bar for the Fitzroy Street precinct, named after the man who used to own the building and also happened to love his beer.

With Camberwell Station across the road, Bar None is one of those places that's easy to get to from the city.

So why are we talking so much about this spirit? It’s because at Absinthesalon Melbourne, that’s pretty much all you’ll get to drink and the story is...

Brothers Nick and Tom Welch who also own The Silverlake Social, brought a little piece of New Mexico to Prahran when they opened White Oaks Saloon...

There's so much beer you'll never go thirsty. Hop lovers rejoice, it's time to play at Hopscotch Melbourne!

From the moment you walk down the stairs and past the painting by local artist Steen Jones you know you're in a very Melbourne basement.

When the guys opened South Press it wasn't just good wine they wanted to serve and sell but also top notch food options.

So where do you go out in Camberwell? Well that’s easy, swing around the corner into Auburn Parade and take yourself upstairs to East of Everything.

Here at The Silverlake Social they have created a little bit of Southern California in a tap house focusing on American brews, with a large range in...

A very unique bar opened in Exhibition Street named 1806, and whether they planned to or not, they have successfully placed themselves as one of the top cocktail venues in Melbourne.

Lazerpig is unique. It’s a pizza place, a bar, a restaurant, a late night space to listen to sweet tunes and have a dance, plus you can even order takeaway or get home delivery.

Smoked meats, Texan style BBQ and Southern themed dishes have taken their place in Melbourne's food scene and show no sign of disappearing anytime soon, which is great for Tonino Cordisco and his great venue The Gem Bar in Collingwood, since that's the food he serves here.

Way back in 2000 a new and very different place called Polly opened and set the benchmark for bars in the area with great service and high end cocktails.

Hidden above Captain Melville on the site of Melbourne's oldest pub and accessed from an old wooden staircase is the very intimate Loch & Key.

Let the northerly breeze guide you across the road to your salvation, like a mirage in the desert, you'll find a place known simply as The Botanical.

Like any other fox, Rupert sleeps by day and comes alive as the sun begins to fade, welcoming hungry and thirsty people into his lair.

Wizey Baleitavuki is centre stage slinging drinks in this neon lit, frat themed den of American dive bar goodness.

Looking for a basement bar in the heart of the city that literally has all the bells & whistles? This is where Flinders Lane becomes memory lane as you follow the flashing lights to Bartronica.

Dark, brooding and equally majestic stands The Emerald Peacock on Lonsdale Street, silently and gently wooing Melburnians into his sanctuary, calling to them seductively to climb the stairs and be embraced by his warmth.

High above Smith Street, overlooking the treetops and the old buildings, Panama Dining blends 70's class with a touch of grunge to give patrons a relaxed...

How lucky are the people who live in Fitzroy to have the Rochester Hotel as their local neighbourhood rock 'n' roll pub with great beers on tap, quality cocktails on offer and the nicest staff to boot!

You can't live in Melbourne and not know about Cookie. And if you don't then you do now. There's no going back once you've climbed the stairs to Level 1 in Curtin House and through the door into this wonderland.

Ever wanted to go missing and not be found? Head down Chapel Street, duck into Jane Doe Bar, sink into the retro velvet couches and disappear from view in this dimly lit and intimate space.

You may not expect it, but prepare to be looked after by staff who actually care, and believe it when we tell you that you'll come back again and again, trying to discover what's so wrong with this place that makes it so right. XX

If you like to sit and sip amongst lush greenery with the sky so close you can almost touch it, then the Loop Roof is a little Garden of Eden in an urban jungle.

Usually when there's a bolt of lightning you're guaranteed of mass destruction. However when this one hit Heffernan Lane a new watering hole magically appeared called Union Electric Bar.

Welcome to The Attic At Black Pearl, the not so secret bar above a bar. It's always a bonus when you get two for one, and this is no exception.

Back in 2004 I Carusi II opened on Barkly Street St Kilda bringing authentic Italian pizza to the strip. Nearly ten years later in 2013 the owners took over a little space around the corner in Blessington Street and called it Sorsi e Morsi which means Sips & Nibbles.

Sometimes a club, always a bar, this unique space at the bottom of Euro House in Corrs Lane called Pulp Club completes a trio of venues in the one building.

Lounge makes you think of space that's comfortable, chilled and unpretentious. Add Lounge Kitchen into the mix and you've got a relaxed bar with tasty eats.

Less Than Zero in Commercial Rd on the Prahran - South Yarra border boasts Melbourne's largest collection of Japanese whisky, not to mention an extensive offering of Scotch as well.

Legend has it that Maximon, a folk saint revered by the Mayans in Guatemala slept with all the women in the village while the men were working the fields.

Since 2002 Black Pearl has been providing Melburnians with a bar to experience quality beverages. It has been home to some of the city's top bartenders who have moved on to open up their own reputable establishments and work as ambassadors for global brands.

Whether it's drinks with colleagues or a date with your loved one after work, Waterslide Bar at Southbank satisfies every need.

Melbourne's love of Vietnamese food has seen the city go totally phở crazy, but how many of these eateries can boast a brilliant bar as well and service that goes beyond the norm. That's what happens when you bring together passionate owners who not only oversee all aspects of operations but are there with the...

You may think that East and West Berlin no longer exist, but on the second level of Euro House in Corrs Lane, the two parts of a city separated until the wall came down in 1989 are very much alive in the form of Berlin Bar.

With over 700 whiskies, 12 rotating craft brews on tap at any one time and great wines as well, you won't go thirsty, and your hunger is taken care of with charcuterie boards made to order laden with freshly sliced meats and cheeses.

Enter Transit Rooftop Bar. Perched high up above the Yarra at the top of Federation Square is this quirky space run by David Wright.

Melbourne is a melting pot of so many cultures, filled with people who appreciate fine food and hunger for new and interesting cuisines. Dean and Jeanelle Mariani have done our city a little favour and taken inspiration from their travels within Africa to create Polēpolē Bar in Little Collins Street.

The Paris end of Collins Street. Synonymous with high fashion, beautiful boutiques and stunning architecture. Near the corner of Exhibition Street, tucked away in a lovingly preserved Victorian terrace is the swanky Collins Quarter.

Do you remember that feeling you had as a little kid when you discovered something hidden, something new, and it felt so precious. Stepping into Belleville Melbourne is just like that.

1920 to 1933 in the US was known as the Prohibition era, when it became illegal to produce, sell or transport liquor. Congress thought it would rid the country of so many problems influenced by drinking, instead it just caused new ones. This was also known as "The Noble Experiment".

Have you ever had that feeling where part of you wants to head out for a great night but the other part just can't be bothered? An hour later you're still not sure but suddenly you take that step and in no time the bartender is calling your round of drinks away.

Eau de Vie Melbourne is a bar where science meets beauty and craftsmanship is key. A place where a martini is not just a martini. The bartender places a jar of Sicilian olives in front of you and then skilfully finishes your beverage with liquid nitrogen. As the mist playfully dances in front of you, does it really...

Numbers are everything when it comes to Forester's Beer & Music Hall in Collingwood. This building has stood for about 170 years and you'll find 50 taps with 32 craft beers on offer at any one time. Open 7 days a week, if you choose to go on the weekends the cavernous space downstairs is packed full of brew lovers...

We all have that mate, you know, the one your mum says you shouldn't be friends with. For us it's the guy who lives in Fitzroy in a little side street, pretty much only eats jaffles and has the biggest stash of Aussie craft spirits that would set your grandad's Kingswood on fire and probably half the neighbourhood...

There is something so special about whisky. Whether it's from Scotland, Ireland, Japan, Australia or most recently Taiwan, whether it's peated or unpeated, 40% abv or cask strength, there are just so many choices. That being said, there's only one place to try them all and that's Whisky & Alement.

Take a drive down Sydney Road in Coburg to The Woodlands Hotel. This stunning heritage building was erected in 1896 and has been transformed into one of the most beautiful and unique spaces we've come across. From Trivia Tuesdays to Cracking Curry Wednesdays and Sunday Sessions in the courtyard, you can come to The...

Surrounded by the historic Richmond Power Station and the Bryant & May and Rosella factories sits the iconic Cherry Tree Hotel in Balmain St Cremorne. The deco facade hasn't changed much over the years, but in 2014 Chris & Penny Hodges who since the mid 90's operated the equally famous Great Britain around the corner...

Everyone needs a mate called Milton. He's that good looking guy who's a little dark and mysterious, sometimes quiet and relaxed but still really social. Loves his wine and cheese, doesn't mind an ale or two, and happy to stay up late. Always reliable, always accommodating, we're talking about our friend Milton Wine...

It's great to find a place that's cozy and still allows you to head outdoors. Eydie's Appreciation Society has it all. Inside a building which has stood since 1887, housing the old Carlton Driving School, this bar has it's own eclectic style which matches the establishment's colourful history. A place where the...

Heading home from work on the train tonight?? Hop on either the Frankston, Cranbourne or Pakenham line and get your booty off at Toorak Station. Why?? Because it's bloody boiling, you know you need some hydration of the alcoholic variety and Toorak Cellars is literally across the road. With a beautiful shady...

A warm and cozy space in the heart of Brunswick St, full of the most delicious rum you can find with some really inventive cocktails, a great wine list and craft beers to boot. If you truly want to experience Melbourne's weather in a single glass, you can't go past the Dark 'n' Stormy, made with Goslings Black Seal...

Here we bring you a sneak peek into Melbourne's iconic Gin Palace. Known as one of this city's first lane way bars, it opened in 1997 thanks to the very savvy and entrepreneurial Vernon Chalker who created a place to meet and drink in a dark and mysterious basement in Russell Place.

Walk along Russell Place off Little Collins Street and look for the glow. That's where you'll find Bar Ampere. This place gently hums on an operational electrical sub-station and warms its patrons with house specialities of absinthe and vermouth. If you're lucky you'll get looked after the very friendly and...

When the sun comes out regardless of whether it's Summer or Winter, us Melburnians will find anywhere we can to sit outside and soak up the rays. If you want the beach, some great cafes and of course bars you can't go past St Kilda and of course The Nelson.