Best Bars in Fitzroy to Hit up with Your Mates!
Some people think Australian drinking culture involves just pubs. But after arduous testing, we have concluded that it certainly doesn’t and there is more to it than what meets the eye!
If you are into cocktails or like decent craft beers, we have scoured the ‘burb to choose the best bars in Fitzroy for you- just don’t blame us for the hangover tomorrow!
1. The Everleigh
The Everleigh shook Melbourne’s cocktail scene and landed the city on the international map. The spot gives you 1920 vibes with an American-style interior. Run by Sasha Petraske, Michael Madrusan and Lauren Schell, this place has released its own batch of cocktails for a long time. Walk down with your visitors to grab a glass of Negroni packed with navy strength ice and a few other best ones in the country.
Website: https://theeverleigh.com
Contact: +61 (03) 9416 2229
2. Black Pearl
Black Pearl is a residence where the award-winning bartenders come to display their skills in Melbourne. It is one of the classiest destinations in Fitzroy, offering impeccable blends that blow you off. Even though the place is open for 7-day a week, the best time to visit is Friday and Saturday nights. Hop in to try the sausage rolls with their delectable cocktails that have turned the most devoted vegetarians in town!
Website: https://www.blackpearlbar.com.au
Contact: +61 (04) 8830 4304
3. The Elysian Whisky Bar
Calling all the whisky-lovers in town, The Elysian Whisky Bar offers over 280 bottles behind the bar. You will find a great selection of whiskey on the menu, including bottles sourced from Japan, Ireland, Holland, Australia and Germany. They also have a heavy list of Scotch to offer. Walk down to try these whiskeys and scotches and lose yourself in the amazing setup!
Website: http://theelysianwhiskybar.com.au
Contact: +61 (03) 9417 7441
4. Bad Frankie
Be it local spirits or Lamington jaffles, Bad Frankie is a place where they have introduced a Melbournian combination of Australian spirits and toasties. We recommend their whiskey made in Melbourne, vodka from Tasmania and rum from the Swan Valley. You can also try 150 other spirits made in Australia and chat with the owners who will happily enhance your knowledge in an animated manner.
Website: http://www.badfrankie.com
Contact: +61 (03) 9078 3866
5. The Shady Lady
Whimsical and glorious are the two words that describe The Shady Lady. The sleek tiki cocktail bar, located on Johnston Street in Fitzroy, is taking the bar scene in Melbourne to the next level. Drop down to get some frozen cocktails and drown yourselves in pink and neon. Our suggestions are evergreen mojitos and pina coladas. But if you enjoy drinking in the open air, you can grab a table at their beer garden with a glass of cocktail and some delicious bar bites.
Website: https://www.theshadylady.com.au
Contact: +61 (04) 2122 8482
6. The Rooks Return
The Rooks Return looks like just an augmentation of your best friends’ living room, but this is just a little more stylish adorned with flush dark wood and an art space. But apart from this unique vintage indoor space, they also have a beer garden, perfect for enjoying summers. Interact with the friendly bartenders to select a drink from the cocktail menu, including Bloody Mary and Manhattan. You can also get some local brews on tap. The best thing is you can bring your own food to pair up with the drinks.
Website: http://therooksreturn.com.au
Contact: +61 (03) 9942 7028
7. Bar Liberty
Bar Liberty is a first-stop for everyone in the town who wishes to have a high-class wine experience. Their wine list is driven by lo-fi principles, but these wines are all compelling and full of character. You can also experience the cocktails and spirits, including classic Negronis that’ll knock your socks off. You can also get some rare spirits along with some delicious bar bites, including grilled flatbread and smoked butter or Chinese doughnuts. No wonder this place earned Time Out Melbourne’s 2020 Best Wine Bar.
Website: https://barliberty.com
Contact: +61 (03) 9415 9025
8. Polly Bar
Melbournians are proud of Polly as the serious cocktail scene in the city first started here. People still love to sit and enjoy over 130 bottles of spirits and dozens of blends. Our favourite is Blueberry Pisco Sour. But if you drop in on a Saturday night, you can also ask the bartenders for some bespoke drinks, to which they will happily oblige!
Website: https://pollybar.com.au
Contact: +61 (03) 9912 9917
9. Amarillo Fitzroy
Amarillo is a simple Iberian-style bar in Fitzroy offering gratifying food and divine drops of wine. This place is just like a home away from home, and you might feel extra cosy and comfy here. The dimly lit bar offers you something pleasant and rare like Minius Godello, a Spanish white wine. They also have an enticing wine list, including drops from Europe and Victoria. Tempting for sure!
Website: https://www.amarillofitzroy.com.au
Contact: +61 (04) 0015 5891
10. The Rum Diary Bar
Another intimate, dimly lit bar in Fitzroy, The Rum Diary Bar is a watering hole where you can experience the best rum in the city. You’ll find the drink shelves behind the bar gregarious, storing over 150 varieties of rum, and that’s the reason they also have a rolling library ladder to access the top shelves. Be it Scottish, French or English, the bar offers you rare bottles from various destinations. But their house-spiced rum is just out of the world. Apart from rum, they also serve craft beers, cocktails and spirits with live music on Friday and Saturday nights.
Website: http://www.rumdiarybar.com.au
Contact: +61 (04) 1870 8369
Dazzled? Well, celebrate the next birthday in your group at one of these drinking destinations in the suburb and drink till you zonk out! Cheers!
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