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The 10 Best Speakeasies in Melbourne 2026

Melbourne is the world's most cocktail-literate city — and the laneway speakeasy is its signature.

The 10 best speakeasies in Melbourne

  1. 01

    Black Pearl

  2. 02

    Romeo Lane

  3. 03

    The Everleigh

  4. 04

    Eau De Vie

  5. 05

    The Attic

  6. 06

    Bar Margaux

  7. 07

    The Toff in Town

  8. 08

    Polly

  9. 09

    Section 8

  10. 10

    Hihou

How to find a speakeasy in Melbourne

The 10 above are where Melbourne hides its best cocktails — behind phone booths, fridges, bookcases, and unmarked doors.

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