The largest congestion of venues lies on and around the bustling and hectic Bruswick Street where you have no trouble finding a cocktail, craft beer or nightclub to suit. The area is renowned for its bohemian and often alternative culture which makes it the perfect centre for the Melbourne Fringe Festival.
Other streets in the area where you will find groups of nightlife venues include Smith Street & Wellington Street, both of which are parallel to Brunswick street and in all cases most of the activity lies towards the city end.
Bar Liberty is a small drinking den located in the heart of cosmopolitan Fitzroy. The bar & bistro has developed a reputation for serving the highest quality products including an extensive wine list, craft beers & inspired cocktails.
Above Board is Collingwood’s hidden temple to cocktail perfection—a sleek, minimalist bar perched above the buzz of Smith Street. Tucked away on Level 1 of a bottle shop, this intimate venue by acclaimed bartender Hayden Lambert strips things back to the essentials: no menus, no clutter, just expertly crafted drinks and refined service. With only 12 seats circling the central bar, it’s a personalised experience where every pour is thoughtful, deliberate, and award-winning. This is Melbourne mixology at its most honest.