Eau De Vie Melbourne
An acclaimed hidden cocktail bar in the Melbourne CBD, rated 4.6 across more than 2,100 reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
Eau De Vie is a hidden, speakeasy-style cocktail bar tucked down Malthouse Lane in the Melbourne CBD. One of the city's most acclaimed cocktail destinations, it's renowned for its expertly crafted drinks and theatrical, old-world atmosphere — the kind of in-the-know venue that rewards seeking out for a genuinely special drink.
The appeal is that serious dedication to the art of the cocktail, served with flair in an intimate, characterful setting that feels a world away from the street outside. It's regularly ranked among the best bars around, and that reputation has made it a must-visit for cocktail lovers and anyone after a memorable night out in the city.
With a 4.6 rating from more than 2,100 reviews, it's clearly delivering on both the drinks and the experience. Given its popularity and intimate size, seating is limited and it gets busy, and opening hours can differ from a standard bar, so it's worth checking current details and booking directly before you go — particularly if you want to settle in and make the most of the cocktail expertise on offer.
Reviewed by Iyan B.
Practical details
Opening hours
Closed- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- 17:00 – 01:00
- WednesdayToday
- 17:00 – 01:00
- Thursday
- 17:00 – 01:00
- Friday
- 16:00 – 01:00
- Saturday
- 16:00 – 01:00
- Sunday
- Closed
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 84
- Popularity
- 100
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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