Waterslide Bar

Waterslide Bar sits at Southgate on Southgate Avenue in Southbank, on the south bank of the Yarra River near Melbourne's CBD. A much-loved bar, it's earned a strong reputation — combining a great drinks offering with a fun, distinctive, characterful atmosphere and a lovely riverside-precinct location, the kind of lively, in-the-know spot that's become a genuine favourite for a quality drink and a sociable night out.

The appeal is that combination of well-made drinks, a fun, characterful setting and a great Southgate location near the river, ideal for a drink with friends, a date or a sociable evening, with the lovely Southbank riverside precinct right there. A bar that's nailed both its drinks and its distinctive vibe really stands out, and Waterslide has clearly won over a devoted following.

With a 4.6 rating from more than 460 reviews, it's clearly a much-loved spot. The drinks list, any food, opening hours and events vary, and a popular bar gets busy on weekends, so it's worth checking current details before you go — though for a quality drink and a fun atmosphere, it's often just a matter of dropping in at Waterslide Bar at Southgate.