The Toff

The Toff is a late-night bar and live music venue on the second floor of Curtin House in Melbourne CBD. Open from 6pm until late, Monday to Saturday, it combines a cocktail bar, regular DJ nights and a changing programme of gigs, giving the space a distinctly evening-focused feel. The venue’s calendar covers house, disco, Latin, jazz, acoustic, indie rock and comedy, so the experience can vary considerably from one night to the next.

Its Carriage Side is the venue’s cocktail bar, set inside a private carriage where resident DJs provide the soundtrack. The bar lists Cocktail Classics and pints during its Tuesday-to-Saturday happy hour from 6pm to 8pm, while Mondays feature Hospo Therapy and $8 pints. The website also references a Spicy Marg, alongside a broader drinks offering. These details make The Toff suitable for a casual drink before a show, a late evening with friends or a night built around the music rather than a formal meal.

Live programming is central to the venue. Weekly events include free DJ-led nights, live jazz on Tuesdays and The Toff Mambo on Wednesdays, described as a midweek home for Latin music and dancing. The wider gig guide includes club nights, comedy, emerging-artist showcases and performances spanning acoustic, folk, indie rock, house and Latin styles. Some events are ticketed and others are free, so checking the current programme is important when planning a visit.

The Toff is best suited to adults looking for drinks, dancing, live entertainment or a relaxed night out in the city centre. It may work for groups wanting to move between conversation and music, while solo visitors can choose a scheduled performance or DJ night as a clear focus for the evening. The venue states that it is wheelchair accessible. With its carriage-style bar, resident DJs and varied event schedule, The Toff offers a more music-led alternative to a standard CBD bar, though the atmosphere and crowd are likely to depend on the night’s particular event.