A nice little bar down a set of stairs. The service was friendly and cheerful.
I had a pre dinner drink, this time is was a Furphy beer. This place was buzzing with an after work vibe and the serve some bar food which looked alright too.
I’d be happy to go back.
Great atmosphere and friendly bar staff. Perfect place to grab a few drinks after work. The margaritas are delicious- not too sweet and strong without being overpowering.
Great place to get quick bar food and a few drinks. Service is good and so is the food. Good happy hour deals. Whilst the place lacks a bit of ambience, the food and drink make up for it
Atmosphere is everything. My partner and I love coming here after having dinner at Korean barbecue a few doors down. The ambience is perfect for a quiet, chilled out drink or two. Plus their choice in music is always on point.
Not even sure how we came across this place, but I'm glad we did! Lovely little downstairs dining area and the small humble menu made for an amazing dinner, will definitely be back!
Pretty cool staff!
Burgers very nice.
Parking is horrible and it isn't the biggest place I've been too.
If I'm in the area I'm sure I'll pop through again!
Tucked away off the quieter end of Little Bourke Street and a stone’s throw away from Southern Cross Station, Bar Humbug is one of Melbourne’s hidden late night haunts for groups looking to get just that little bit tipsy. We headed here for a girl’s night out, a table-full of cocktails and wine, and the promise of good, hearty comfort food.
Friendly staff, great service, good value. We popped in here for a quick meal prior to a concert at Etihad for the Foo Fighters. We were in a rush and were eating early so we could get to the concert before the crowds, so wanted to have a bite about 45 minutes before the usual 6pm time that most kitchens open for dinner. We had checked with them before arriving, but they misunderstood the fact that we wanted to eat right away. So the manager came and apologised, and made special arrangements with the kitchen to get started on our meal right away. The staff were very friendly and accommodating and it's such a nice little cosy venue, it felt like having a meal at home. They were also thoughtful enough to play Foo Fighters non-stop while we were dining. Definitely would come back to this place for a nice casual laid back meal.
Bar Humbug is a great alternative when up the Paris end of King St. It has great atmosphere and offers a range of bar food. However, be warned this place gets busy and quite noisy. So if you're looking for somewhere for a quiet chat - go elsewhere.
Good spot. Friendly service. Food was nice.
Great little bar with good service. I had the risotto which was lovely. Carlton on tap and house red is pleasent.
Great place. Service can be a tad slow but the food here is excellent - I highly recommend the duck ragout with pappardelle. The atmosphere is great too!
Best Negroni in Melbourne--hands down. Orange bitters and flamed orange peel ... I'll be back!
I've been here for dinner a bunch of times now and can say that the service and food are both consistently good, both when busy and quiet. If the room is full it can get a bit loud, but the atmosphere is still cozy rather than cramped - the square footage of this place is definitely on the small side! My favourite dish so far is the grilled calamari salad, which is great for a light meal on a hot evening. Overall, Bar Humbug has a warm and friendly feel to it, and I'd recommend it for a comfortable meal out any time!
Overall a really nice night out. We dined here early one Friday night and the place was already very crowded and VERY loud - signally just how popular this bar is. It has a great feel and vibe and the staff were very friendly. Awkwardly some patrons had to be kicked off our table in front of us in order for them to accommodate our booking, and they did mix up an order, but they were quick to fix these issues. The food is simple but delicious. I had the beef quesadillas and they were quick to ensure that my wine glass was never empty. Would not recommend for celiacs as a member of our party is and only had 2 choices to select from. I would definitely go again but perhaps on a week-night where hopefully we won't have to shout to have a conversation!
Perfect place for a function. Had my 30th here with about 60 guests, and the night couldn't have been better. The food was amazing (especially the little hamburgers), the bar was a perfect space for the group I had, and the staff were fantastic - they really went out of their way to make the night a success.
I would highly recommend these guys for a function, they did an amazing job.
The staff were friendly, cheerful & the food tasty. We would definitely recommend dining here. It was so handy to our accommodation also.
Although I don't visit melb often I make a point of eating here everytime and it never fails. Perfectly simple menu that delivers what it promises. Staff always perfect. Thank you.
Totally fabulous. Bar Humbug has firmly cemented itself in my list of favourites on Urbanspoon.
What's not to like? Friendly, prompt service where nothing is a problem. Very reasonably priced drinks. Nice ambience. And absolutely delicious snacks. The grilled calamari is sublime. The French fries with aioli make every calorie absolutely worth it. And the croquettes were very sophisticated - beautiful flavours and textures.
I'm planning to return very shortly to try one of the more substantial meals. With a side of those delicious fries!
Second visit, and will come again. Food and staff really good. Great atmosphere
Great place for a drink & a feed. Lovely staff, nice atmosphere. Will definitely be back.
Good food. The Calamari would be the best I've had. The only problem was the serving was a tad too small. The service was attentive and atmosphere was cosy.
Excellent venue, food and staff. I recently held my 30th birthday at Bar Humbug and it was the most amazing night that I could have hoped for. My friends and family are still all raving about the food, which was spectacular!! I have had people tell me the calamari was the best they had ever had! The venue looked stunning and was set up perfectly. The staff were professional, friendly, fun and just lovely and helped make my night so stress-free and easy. My night really was so perfect, that I couldn't not write a review!!
I highly, highly recommended for anyone looking for an intimate bar venue in the heart of the CBD for a party. All my friends are going to book there for their next event and I just can't wait to be a part of it all again!! Thanks heaps Damien, Ashton, Steph and all the team, I'll see you soon! Cheers, Shannon
Quiet hidden place. Ate here with uni mates after one of them suggested it. A quiet place hidden away. Not much on the menu, but had the burger which was nice and filling.
Waiters were friendly so no problem with customer service.
nice place to catch up with friends for a quiet meal.
I've been to Bar Humbug quiet a few times and every time I've really enjoyed it. The menu is fantastic but the duck ragout is the best! The staff are lovely and always very friendly. I think I'll be back there many more times!!!!!
Cosy - warm - homely. Walking down the stairs into the underground secret hideaway of bar humbug last night, its ambiance was warm, friendly and inviting.
The staff were lovely and greeted me with a smile.
i was suggested a great wine to go with my duck, which went down beautifully. The food was lovely and quite reasonably priced.
Along with the fantastic customer service of the staff and the cosy feeling of bar humbug, i will be back many times over to once again enjoy a great night there.
An amazing little place tucked away near southern cross station, the amazing chefs serve a great menu of food and the calamari is so tender it is by far the best that I have ever had. It is amazing!!!
Complimented by Ashton and his team behind the bar they will recommend a fine wine to go with your choice of food, or just serve you up a cold frosty beer as you wish.
I stay in Melbourne with work every 3 weeks and this is a place I come back to every single time.
Not a place to miss out on that's for sure
What a wonderful evening! Chorizo risotto was delicious while our partners enjoyed the steak and beef burger. Excellent service. Attentive but not over done! Thankyou for a delicious dinner and atmosphere!
CookiesAreASometimesFood
+4.5
Great service and food! We had the burger and chicken fajitas - both delicious and filling.
Melly Trikonasana Indahouse
+4.5
Amazing Value for Money. We paid under $85 for a gorgeous 3 course dinner for two with a couple of glasses of wine and a soft drink. Cosy and unpretentious but the food was what I'd like to get in a fancy restaurant. Loved it and will be back soon for a sumptuous winter meal with the girls. Maybe mulled wine on the menu?
Awesome place. Love the underground feel of the whole place. Food was good, needs some improvement however still rather enjoyable. I had the porterhouse steak, which was amazingly made, loved the red wine jus. My partner had the gnocchi w/ mushrooms, would love to see them make their own gnocchi, as it tasted a bit odd pan fried.
All in all, service was great, wines tasted delish. Also the staff asked for our feedback which felt greatly valued and appreciated :)
Great beer, great duck and fantastic service. Will be back
I came into this "bar" for a quiet after work. After receiving such attentive service and observing interesting specials, I decided to stay for dinner. My sweetheart of a waitress, who introduced herself as Madeline, looked after me perfectly. My meal way better than expected and the bartender made sure that I was not without a drink for my stay. Do not just find this venue by luck like I did, heed my advice and enjoy Bar Humbug.
If I was a Melbourne local this would easily become one if my favorite haunts. Staff are welcoming without the veneer of pretentious often found in small bars.
Food hit the spot, well presented and extremely tasty. We tried the tapas (potatoes chorizo), pork belly and quesadillas. No regrets. When we return to Melbourne, definitely will revisit!!
I absolutely love this restaurant!! The atmosphere inside is so relaxed, and whilst there is only a small menu to choose from, the quality of the food is outstanding!! Thoroughly enjoyable, will keep coming back!!!
Great casual dining. No better place to come for a quiet mid-week dinner. Comfort food done well, and friendly service every time.
Very Melbourne. Below street level on a minor street. Positive vibe for a business lunch. Easier to get a seat midweek.
A midweek treat, I took myself down here with a book, and was greeted warmly in this cosy delight. Under no pressure to eat and run, I enjoyed the duck ragout and a beer. I'll be traipsing back.
Quiet dinner for three. We visited on a Tuesday evening and enjoyed the veal snitzel with caramelised lemon cheek and coleslaw, tender lamb tagine and chicken fajitas. The venue is intimate, dimly lit and minimalist with a limited but varied menu. There was no dessert offered this evening (due to a recent change in the menu?) but we were very satisfied with our meals - carefully prepared, sufficient quantity and served hot, if not overly quick. I'd recommend it, if you were in the area.
Beautiful barra special.. And crumbed saganaki. Yum would go back again fo sho
A CBD Gem. I have been coming here for five years since it opened, food has always been good, atmosphere great and staff friendly, welcoming and knowledgeable. Never disappoints!
Good ambiance, good value food. Great place for a date, or just a place to catch up with friends over a drink.
Chicken Fajitas and Calamari Salad were well priced for the quality and taste! Beautiful! Great ambience. Great service. Definitely going back.
Thank you!. Had previously only ever had drinks here, but I've just come back from a lovely lunch at Bar Humbug. Thank you so much Peter et al for accommodating us at such short notice. Service was polite and friendly. The meal I had was the Duck Ragout which was beautiful, and though I didn't get a taste (too good to share I think) the Pork Belly looked and smelled fantastic. You can expect us back often :)
Great place to eat - must try the Duck Ragout!
Mlawre08 are you serious?. I have a sneaking suspicion that the mlawre08 review is from a local competitor.
94% rating of customers that enjoy the bug, and then one very vague review with an extreme dislike.
Humbug to you!
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Top Notch!. A great vibe with great decor and ambience. Had the Porterhouse which was cooked perfectly. Couldn't fault the service or the food. Will be coming back when I'm back in Melbourne
Cosiest place in Melbourne! Packed when I arrived from what looked to be local corporates. Managed to get a table. Great service! Place packed and the young man and his girl managed well. Food arrived fast, chicken fajitas were delicious and the lamb stew perfect for winter. Menu suggested that I must visit again soon. Had a great night.
Cozy for an after work glass.. or bottle!. Went for an after work drink, which turned into dinner + a few bottles of wine later...
We both had the calamari salad which was delish and super cheap, and the wine list was fabulous!
Yep, worth a go. Good food, good wine, friendly staff, good art. in short, bloody great.
A visit to the "Bug". This place was fantastic! The food was excellent. I can thoroughly recommend the pork belly. It was cooked to perfection. My mate had the calamari and was equally impressed.
The service was equal to the food. The staff were friendly and didn't mind sharing a laugh. They also had the food and drinks coming out in quick time.
Definitely go and give the 'Bug' a go!
Really nice food - the calamai salad and fish of the day were excellent, but the prices are a bit steep for bar food. Not many lighter options to chose from either. I liked it, but not sure if I'd go back - there are plenty of other places who do similar food at half the price
Fantastic hearty pub style meals. Will return. Nicely priced meals and wine list.
Great little spot. Found using the urbanspoon iphone app.
Great staff, quick and friendly, awesome atmosphere.
Ended up staying til the early hours drinking pints.
Oh and food great too.
Go early to mid week & not too late!. Really yummy mushroom gnocchi & the other meals have been good too. the bar isn't that big & it's packed with after work drinks on thursday & friday nights.
they seem to be a bit hit & miss on the weekend & later at night so you might want to call first. i've gone for dinner at 830 during the week & been told the kichen is closed. on the weekends they seem to operate with the football schedule instead of attracting the local residents.
Yummmm. I had the Tuna Steak here and it was brilliant. A great restaurant with a great atmosphere. Will definitely be back.
Love this place. Great meals, different wine list and staff have always been lovely to me. Be a great place for a first date if you both work around the area as mid week it's quiet without it being awkward.
Step into a cosy friendly bar that makes you feel like you're stepping into the heart of London with a twist of Aussie mateship and friendly hospitality. Great for catching up with friends or that business meeting to show off one of Melbourne's gems or like I did hire the venue out for a function which the staff made a breeze especially being flexible with their menu. We'll done guys!
Small frontage, but the bar opens up on the inside. Cosy place to have a beer and a feed. The “Humburger” was delicious! And the guys working there are very friendly. Definitely will go again the next time I’m in Melbourne!
Came in for 1 drink with my partner and stayed for 5 & food! There were 2 young blokes serving on the bar and they were fantastic! Friendly, smiling and fast on their service. They had a happy hour on when we were there so glass of house wine $5 and CC & Dry was under $10.
We ordered the chicken strips (which taste amazing) and the bowl of fries which is surprisingly large.
Nice cozy little vibe in the venue perfect winter stop but would like to check it out in summer as well.
To the owner, give those 2 young blokes a pat on the back because they were very customer centric and did their job extremely well!
Definitely worth a visit.
Good little quiet hole in the wall, with good cocktails and drinks. Well worth headed to if you don't like crowds and too many people. Great friendly bar staff and it's very clean!
Great Bar with fantastic atmosphere. Good selection of beers and wines, with a very cool spirit selection. Staff friendly and knowledgeable. This combined with good value bar food makes this a great place for a few quiet drinks, or to hold a function. Highly recommended.
Really great service here. Good menu, short and with variety. Food comes out quick which is good for a work lunch. They also split bill.
Cool decor and vibe. Nice long tables for groups.
Halloumi salad is a winner.
Bartender on Friday is always cheerful and knows how to pout a great bevo. happy hour on Friday is the perfect wind-down after work
The place isn't massive and can fill up quickly, especially during peak hours, but worthwhile popping in for a drink
Ps. Good food too!
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