Marvellous Melbourne Bars
Want to quench your thirst this summer but don't know where to start? These hip new additions to the thriving Melbourne bar scene are sure to help you discover the best of the city after dark.
The Atrium on 35
Level 35 Sofitel
Melbourne
T: 9653 7744 w
ww.sofitelmelbourne.com.au
The Atrium on 35 is the city's newest international bar with a classy five-star ambience and a range of French Champagnes and signature cocktails to match.
Tryst
3 Wilson St
South Yarra 3141
T: 9827 5533
Imaginatively set up in a minimally converted terrace house just off Chapel St, this groovy bar is a tempting spot for quiet afternoon cocktails. The backyard has been turned into an airy beer garden and the front "rooms" house the bar, with the rest of the house kitted out with low banquettes, drapes, mirrors and dim lighting.
Railway Hotel
29 Chapel St
Windsor
T: 9510 4050
The19th century building which houses this former grungy music venue has undergone a major refurbishment transforming it into one of Windsor's funkiest new bars. The Railway has three bars – two on the first floor and one underground, and also includes a 24 hour bottle shop on its Chapel Street frontage. The upstairs front bar overlooks Chapel St and serves tapas and has a fabulous wine and cocktail list – making it the place to park for an evening!
Red Vault
37 – 39 Chapel St,
Windsor
T: 9510 1062
Set in a restored bank vault, this wine bar is home to red carpets, Italian stonework and yes, plenty of vino! The wine list is large – and right in front of you! A huge glass wall of wine bottles is a standout feature of this stylish new bar, which also offers a tantalising selection of tapas.