TOP 10 BEST Restaurants in Australia - Updated September 2024

"Came here for drinks before dinner to see what the online buzz was all about. The place was packed and lively and the drinks were excellently..."

Aaditeya Bajaj

"Been here a few times. Cocktails/drinks are decent. Tends to get pretty busy and noisy fri/sat nights so may find yourself waiting in line to get a..."

M&B

"Eau De Vie can be difficult to find in it's camouflaged location. Upon entering, you are quickly greeted and seated. There is an extensive and..."

Mad Dawg

"Great registration with very friendly waiter in a stunning setting. Extremely alcoholic cocktails..."

Steve Levon

"Well when you find this place it is well worth it. You feel like you are stepping back in time. Dim lights and cosy but also buzzing with a greasy..."

Food Hexe

"Tucked away down Malthouse Lane is this hidden Melbourne bar, we pretty much had to do a reversal to find this place! We managed to grab a table..."

Mustard

"The ambience of the place is incredible...."

Rhea Patel

"My favourite cocktail bar! Have been coming here for years and I always feel like Alice in Wonderland. From the hidden entrance, to the incredible..."

Val86

"This place deserves more than a 5 star review. It has really really good service, they explain everything to you when they serve you the drinks. And..."

Sharon Jong

"One of my favourite spots in Melbourne, it’s a bit hidden, love the cocktails menu, very interesting and creative, fantastic selection of whiskey,..."

FoodieInMel

"The hard-to-find-front-door is totally wanky. The fact that they throw you out after 2 hours is also excruciating. But it’s still 5 stars for three..."

Andrew Shelton

"Love love love this place. Great tasting cocktails. Just very hard to order your second round drinks. It's hard to get a waiter's..."

Parul Aggarwal

"Behind an unsigned posted door in one of Melbourne's laneways is where you'll find Eau De Vie. Great atmosphere, friendly staff and fantastic..."

Warren Louey

"This place is unique, professional, creative and fun. Each visit I’m compelled to try something new on their cocktail list. Each visit I’m not..."

PositivelyDelicioUs

"One among many famous Hidden Bars in Melbourne CBD, Eau De Vie does not just get the theateratics (of serving cocktails) right but the concoctions..."

Ozzy Kunnu

"One of the great find away tucked in little alleyway off flinders lane. It’s always pumping place full of mix of crowd and people queuing outside..."

Ricky.katyal86

"it was very difficult to find the entrance to the place but the place is beautiful the designs everything is a fabulous atmosphere we asked for a..."

Luis Vizcaino Perez

"Impeccable drinks, great service and lovely atmosphere! I did a cocktail making night here and it was AMAZING FUN! The drinks were all top..."

Jessica Sargeant (Unbeleafablefood)

"Great hidden away bar, staff were friendly and patient. All the cocktails were unique yet crafted with care. A wonderful experience. All of my drinks..."

LiamzlEats

"Mar 2020: Came back with a small group of friends pre dinner and had an amazing 1.5h drinking cocktails in this beautiful bar. Tried the smokey rob..."

Nalia

"Love the decor and the atmosphere in this bar. We ordered a yuzu cocktail which was soooo yummy! We had a cheese platter which came with warmed..."

Piggyeatalot

"Amazing amazing amazing! The most delicious and visually exciting cocktails in Melbourne. The bar takes you back to the roaring 20s. Love..."

Megs Lewis

"The staff are almost that good the venue could serve up fresh air and people would still que up. The drinks offer is always great, this was the first..."

JB

"One of the best cocktail bar in Melbourne! This place owns every criterion for an outstanding successful bar. Atmosphere and food were so good! If..."

Charles Dexter

"Location was so hard to find but we eventually found it after 3 phone calls. Very large amount of choices of selections of alcohol. Great taste!..."

AQ888

"The best cocktail bar in Melbourne. Yup I said it. This place owns every criteria for an outstanding successful bar imho. Cocktails, Service,..."

Melbourne Food Girl

"A must visit bar - I take any friend that visits Melbourne here to experience the cocktail culture. They have such a wide variety of drinks, it's so..."

Unravelled

"Great little speakeasy down Malthouse Lane. The service is really good, and the cocktails are theatrical and innovative. Great ambience. Good for..."

Dumba

"Excellent hidden bar! You won't even notice this place since they don't have any sign. But one of my friend brought me here! It was nice ambiance and..."

Kaitlyn Farrer

"Tried the Aroa Arc and the guava flavour was the highlight in a Tiki Glass! My company had the Old Fashioned with a touch of wattleseed oil and the..."

The World’s My Oyster

"As much as I love those hip, ‘young’, trendy bars, Eau De Vie shines with its own beauty. Not an expert in cocktails but I was blown way by the..."

Ttan

"So hard to find! But once you’re in it’s like a whole little world tucked away from the rest of the night. Obviously the drinks are amazeballs..."

Clare

"Impressive. A fancy bar in a hidden lane in the middle of CBD. Love the vibe, music and decoration of the place. Me and my friend sat in a cosy booth..."

Tam Ha

"4.8. Not overhyped at all. This is a very, very, very good bar that is truly representative of the best of Melbourne. It has a..."

Two Sheds

"Fantastic hidden bar in the middle of Melbourne city. You won’t even know since they don’t have any sign. But the ambiance was good, waiters and..."

Stella Juvany

"Had a wonderful experience last night. All the drinks were divine and not expensive. Love the vibe in the bar, will definitely come back next time...."

Katherine

"This is a unique place, hidden from the crowd and magical like you just travelled in time. The vibe is so good, amazing expresso martini’s,..."

LL

"What a fantastic little place! Firstly, the ambiance, very dark and hidden, like a speakeasy back in the day. It's hard to find at first, but worth..."

Lana Murphy

"Eau de Vie is a fantastic hidden bar that makes you feel like you have travelled back in time. The service was great, the atmosphere was fun, and the..."

Veta Bajaj

"Wow.... just wow. Took my friend for his bday on a Tuesday night. We chose the whisky tours. Selection of whiskey & cheese was amazing. Waiter..."

Teresa

"One of those iconic Melbourne bars, you can find Eau de Vie at the end of Malthouse Lane. Maybe. There is no sign and the large metal door is always..."

Kim @FabulousDining

"One of the best hidden gems in Melbourne! Amazing cocktail menu! Eau De Vie never disappoints.Drinks: 4/5Service:..."

Sweet.connoisseur

"The epitome of Melbourne culture. Everything is far better than you would expect. The bar tenders are clearly knowledgeable and dashing, but they..."

Descartesmuse

"Been here a many a times. A must for any whisker drinker. The selection is divine, staff know their stuff and all the drinks are just damn yummy...."

Jason Lay

"I don't think there's a better (hidden) place for a cocktail night. Love the deco of the bar with oil lamps and menus that reminded me of the 1920s...."

Food For Thought

"It was suuuper crowded but they have a wide range of whiskeys as expected. Service was a little slow but understandable considering the amount of..."

Tan.ned

"My friends and I went on a Saturday night and it was absolutely packed. Nonetheless we waited less than 15 minutes and was offered a private booth..."

Kristy

"Hiding in a lane way is the best cocktail bar I have ever been in Melbourne. I have been here multiple occasions and hosted my own birthday party..."

Eating Away Melbourne

"I had the good fortune of visiting this place on my trip to Melbourne. It is a must do for anyone who loves a good bar scene and especially if you're..."

Gallivanting Ginthusiast

"VERY cool and intimate cocktail bar that mixes spectacle (starting with the plain black entrance door down an alley) with some great flavours..."

James Perrin

"This Venue has an amazing vibe to it. You can just come here and relax with friends, enjoy the music and try the various palettes of cocktails and..."

Swapnil Sawant

"Eau De Vie is a 1920s style prohibition bar which has a great atmosphere.Their cocktail menu is really easy to navigate and split into..."

Elizabeth

"Eau De Vie is a hip jazz infused cocktail bar that takes inspiration from 1920’s prohibition America. This classy hidden gem is located down a..."

Melbourniancritic (The Melbourne Experience)

"This is hands down one of Melbourne's best bars. It's so melbourne because it's absolutely hidden and you wouldn't find it unless you were looking..."

Nay Nay

"Came here for "dessert" after dinner in the city. Really fun experience with lots of drama in all the presentations of the drinks. Staff..."

PedGetsFed

"Long wait but absolutely worth it. Been there a couple times and tried a few cocktails. They were all very nice and well presented. Love the..."

Snow

"OMG, just wow, amazing cocktails, amazing waiters (love the prohibition look!). Yes it may be pricey, but its a cocktail bar in a lane way in the..."

Annabauer

"Hands down no questions asked 5/5!!!What a pearl of a place and the cocktails and atmosphere is second to none!!! That was at 4pm on a..."

Nikki

"One of Melbourne’s best and most hidden cocktail bars. Once you find the door, you walk in and it’s like you step into another world. Like..."

KnowingMelbourne

"Wow! Stepping into Eau De Vie feels like being in a Woody Allen movie where you’re transported back to a different time (specifically the 1930s)...."

Maddie Kingham

"Such a cool cocktail bar with professional bar tenders. Joyful enough to watch them making the drinks while we were sitting at the bar. Really good..."

GymEatSleep

"Highly recommend this.plavw for quiet, quaint and relaxing times. It feels very exclusive and the staff treat you like royalty! The cocktails are..."

Madeline Agnes

"There is no way in hell this place doesn't get a 5. We tied 5 cocktails. I am not drunk. 4/5 cocktails are awesome. You should try Banderillero,..."

Abi

"Adore this place, behind the doors is a secret not so secret gem. We booked a table so getting a seat was not a problem, great table service. The..."

Monica Iva

"I really like these hidden bars in Melbourne and this certainly was beyond my expectations.Wondering down the alley and behind the secret door..."

Split The Bill

"The service was friendly and the atmosphere is very mysterious. It was quite hard to find the place, due to no signs. The drinks were amazing and..."

Alijargalb

"As far as I could tell there was no name board so finding the place took a phone call for directions. But once inside, then you just have to try the..."

SDeans

"I really enjoyed our visit to Eau de Vie. It's a little hard to find,but that's part of the adventure. What awaits you is an old school whiskey bar...."

Alicia

"A bit hard to find but worth the search, we went for a drink before dinner but ended up sharing something small as the menu was really nice. Will..."

April_eats

"Most incredible place to go for intimate drinks - whether it’s someone you want to impress, or simply wanting to get away from the hustle & bustle..."

Ted Bajjali

"Best place for innovative cocktails in town. Every drink is a piece of art and genius in its own way. So delicious and presented so beautifully...."

The Food Baby Maker

"This place is just stunning! It's hidden in a secret laneway door and when you walk through it's like your transported into a movie. The cocktails..."

Ilovefoodsomuch

"Very trendy and vintage cocktail bar with a vast selection of cocktails - so much it was mind boggling when it came to what to choose! I went for..."

FoodforThought

"Great hidden place either for small party, after work drinks or just because... this place is not going to disappoint. Try the Expresso martini, best..."

Lcche3

"One of the coolest bars you will ever chill out in. Massive range of drink options to keep everyone in you crew super happy and curious what to have..."

Bradley Davis

"Cocktail bar with a theatrical charm! My cocktail had a fairy floss 'cloud' with a tiny paper plane in it - truely matches the name of the drink..."

Kez

"Nice environment but very hard to find this place. I love the money to burn and aviator. Duck liver faifeit is very nice as well. Highly recommend..."

Steven Gu

"The best bar i've been in melbourne so far. The bartenders are awesome with great skills. Cocktails are spot on! Ambience is a bit small, can't..."

Maureen Grace Kuran

"Somehow I have not been to Eau de Vie before this past weekend but a group of six of us were lucky enough to get a spot for some drinks on Saturday..."

Trevor Johnston

"Only came here for drinks and would not have been able to find it on my own as there is no signage and they have some great insulation so when the..."

Amy Davis

"What a gem. This place is so unsuspecting, with its lack of signs and just a fancy little door handle. Eau De Vie serves up some delicious cocktails..."

Cynthia Giang

"Came here twice! Both times it was absolutely delicious! Their cocktails and food as well. Definitely recommend the espresso cocktail on the fav's..."

Jean

"Pretty cool place that is hidden down a laneway, but by this point is fairly well known in Melbourne. The wait to get in was the only thing I could..."

Veggin' Around

"You'll have to queue but it's totally worth it, even if you queue for over an hour you will not regret this fantastic bar! Everything they do is..."

Billy Williams

"Have been to Eau De Vie several times and they never disappoint! Literally best cocktails in Melbourne. Recently had my birthday drinks there and..."

Olivia Xiao

"Heard a lot of positive reports about Eau De Vie, and Saturday night visit didn't disappoint. It is hidden behind a nondescript door in a quite..."

Jack Frost

"We decided to sneak a couple of cocktails in after work on Friday and I had heard of Eau De Vie but had never been. Eau De Vie is quite a hard to..."

Espy Eats

"Went to check out this bar one night and just as my partner and I were about to order our cocktails we realised that our pay hadn't gone through yet...."

Elizabeth

"Like all good Melbourne bars EDV is hidden in a laneway sans signage and on a scale of 1 to super difficult is a solid 7 to locate. It all adds to..."

Good Food Good Mood

"Cosy corners, delicious cocktails, extremely knowledgeable and friendly staff. Find the entrance, line up, enjoy all that Eau De Vie has to offer...."

AlliG

"Amazing hidden bar tucked in an alley along flinders lane - so Melbourne! Try their espresso zabolone with whiskey, love! My fav was the kitty at the..."

Mi55Bee

"Finished off a wonderful long weekend here at eau de vie, as we had heard about the wonderful selection of cocktails! And they did not disappoint,..."

Lisa Giles

"If you find it your doing well, if you get a table your doing better. Such a comedy show watching people stroll back and forth across where the door..."

Ashley Rose

"If this is your first time, you may question your sense of navigation. The excitement with Eau de Vie is present from the beginning, as you attempt..."

Sub Urban

"Definitely on the expensive side of life but a great experience and fun for cocktail night. Staff were attentive and helpful, bartender was happy to..."

Sib

"If you haven't been here before, this place is hard to find. There is often a line too, but it is worth the wait as they have a fantastic array of..."

Dulicieux

"Be careful you don't walk straight past this place! Just a doorway near a carpark, very deceptive. Be prepared to wait on a Saturday night. The decor..."

Nic D

"A bit overcrowded, but the wait is totally worth it! Cocktails here are awesome and by far the best I've ever had! Will definitely come back..."

William Lim Wei Yap

"Awesome drinks. Great vibe. Best speakeasy I've been to. Great choice of cocktails and lovely staff! We enjoyed all of the drinks and will..."

Lmcnamara88

"Wonderful cocktails, great service and fun to try and find. But either book ahead or be prepared to wait in line, groups over 4 will have to wait..."

Melissa

"Such a fun experience at EDV and it was great trying somewhere I had never been before. The whole experience was so novel, I can absolutely see..."

Amy Murphy

"They serve very creative and unique cocktails. Sgt Pepper. Vodka with honey, lime, orange and bell pepper jelly. It was super citrusy, perfectly sour..."

Katrina Jorna

"This place has a great atmosphere and vibe. Located in an unexpected ally way, the wait for a seat can take a while. Once in, the drink selection is..."

Chantale Richard

"LIT!: All I can say is that I went back a decade in France as soon as I entered- incredible jazz music and dim setting with never before seen tricks..."

Jennitals

"Don't let the name (French for "brandy") fool you - Eau De Vie is a KILLER cocktail bar in the heart of Melbourne. Awesome old school vibe with..."

Marie

"We regularly come here normally for a pre-dinner drink/cocktail or their famous espresso zabione after dinner. This time we decided to sample the..."

Tony

"Service was excellent, ambience and decor was outstanding. Highly recommend the popcorn and yuzu cocktails! Pricing is a wee bit on the dearer side..."

J87tran

"Loved this bar and it was extremely special. Tucked behind a hidden door near a carpark its an exciting journey to find it in the first place, and..."

Flytonewyork

"Everyone knows the cocktail here is amazing. But what I love is the fun of putting my faith in the knowledgeable, handsome waitstaff who know all the..."

Sallysfoodadventures

"Walk through the door into a space so special you can tell that eve the staff are excited to work there. Impeccably dressed waiters know their stuff..."

Rosie Mansfield

"I have been to EDV twice but the first time, my friends and I didn't even realise we were standing outside it and right in front of its door. So, we..."

Kate

"Very quirky bar and small. You probably end up sharing a table with someone else. Also very busy and so therefore cocktails take a while to..."

AnotherAsianAbroad

"This secret hiding place is a gem to find! The cocktails change with season, if you are looking to impress your other half or just want some quiet..."

Hungry Polar

"Loved this place! Walked in after having dinner down the road on a Friday night and was asked if I had made a booking. I didn't but it didn't take..."

Greg Wui

"Another one of those hidden bars in an alley that you wouldn't know exists until someone tells you about it. Only give away was the woman standing..."

Dr S

"You really need to know where to go to find Eau de Vie. Hidden behind large non-descript doors on Malthouse Lane, with only the smallest of signs to..."

Ashanie Mekhala Perera

"Awesome hidden Melbourne bar. We were transported back to the prohibition era as we walked through the unassuming door. The atmosphere was relaxed..."

Anh Nguyen

"Prohibition era bar. So hidden. So classy. Love it.The ambience was top notch. There are so many different seating options - at the shared high..."

The Epicurean

"Variety cocktail choices and also whisky. Friendly staffs. Only sometimes especially weekends , they are super busy that might wait for a while to..."

Adsfaag

"This place is awesome.....if you can find it. Great spot to finish off your night and have a whisky or a cocktail. I've been here a few times and..."

Alfred David

"*Came back to try some more drinks. Yuzu Mule was light and has a fragrant ginger aroma. Smokey Rob Roy for something stronger and..."

Justin Wong

"Great cocktails, great food, exquisite service.Having been unable to book online, with fingers crossed we walked cautiously down Malthouse Ln..."

Looking For The Perfect Bite

"For our anniversary we indulged in the degustation with matching cocktails. The food was fantastic, especially the lamb with sweetbreads yum! The..."

Emma Gualtieri

"What a smashing place. Service is exceptional. Cocktails were Devine will be back for the food another time as it looks smashing. No time..."

Luke Purcell

"Probably one of my favourite after dinner bars in the city. No.1 its hidden, which can make for a fun experience depending on how many wines were..."

Zoë Van Beek

"The espresso martinis here are the shiz! As are the eggplant frites and cheese! I think it was some type of French brie.. The best I've ever tasted..."

TheSkinnyFoodie

"Oh my, I loved everything about this place. We booked which guarantees you a spot as last time we decided against the long wait. Warm and intimately..."

Soleil

"First review but been here a lot in the past. Bookings are essential on Friday and weekends. One of the original speakeasy style bars in the CBD...."

Shaun

"Great place to come and hang out for a few cocktails, the theatrics are fantastic and there's lots of ohh's and ahhh's goin around each table. I'd..."

Hunger Pains

"Yum, yum, yum! I did not want to leave here. And definitely not after only 1!! Silly dinner plans. I had the Aviator cocktail - comes with a side of..."

Tardar Sauce

"Service was amazing, drinks were really great and had a good time with friends. The drinks were of a standard price but the food (mainly nibbles) was..."

Alyssa Ck

"Love the hidden location and interior of the place. However the person who waited our table on a Saturday night wasn't the best. He wasn't helpful..."

Steph

"Absolutely loved this place. Amazingly cosy, dimmed, candle-light, wood & leather atmosphere, great music (jazz&blues when we were there), delicious..."

Li-La

"Well If my friend didn't introduce me this awesome bar, I wouldn't find this place. We ordered The Aviator and Espresso Zabaione which were amazing...."

Michelle Ploypailin

"Cocktail making theatre at its best! If you can get a seat at, or near, the bar I recommend it. Big ups or having coat/handbag hooks under the bar...."

Shaz Does Food

"Love the vibe of this place! Came here with my partner,perfect for date night. Impressive range of cocktails and bartenders were really..."

Chieny

"One of my favourite bars in Melbourne. Fantastic atmosphere and great cocktails. All the waiters are charming and knowledgable about the menu, and..."

Jesskaar

"HIGH COURT OF CONSUMPTIONBETTY COCKER CJSUMMARY JUDGMENT1. Wowee. Eau De Vie is THE place that the COCKER goes to for..."

Judge Betty Cocker

"With an inconspicuous exterior to a blatant interior, this place is full of surprises. The cocktails are unique and the whisky list is extensive...."

GGx

"LOVE LOVE LOVE, stumbled across this place recently and had an amazing night. Haven't stop telling people about it since. Great cocktail, great..."

Kenneth Seymour

"Overwhelmingly good, a booze selection that an alcoholic would have a wet dream over. So much to choose from. The most intricate cocktails around..."

Garth Christie

"Eau de Vie is about as "hidden bar" as you can get. It's the black door next to a sign for Adina. Expect to wait a little bit at nights. We..."

Julycheee

"We loved this Speakeasy bar. Amazing cocktails to choose from. The Speakeasy theme stays true throughout the entire experience, down to finding the..."

Jerzgrl

"Such a wonderful venue to enjoy some cheeky cocktails and amazing whiskey. The food was delicious and perfect for sharing. Staff were extremely..."

Jennifer Anderson

"Fabulous venue to impress that special guest, before dinner cocktails or after dinner nightcap! The theatre, the choices, the fit out of the..."

Bucket List

"Good luck finding this place, there's no signage, just a random back alley door to look out for.You'd probably just walk past it, like we..."

MSY123

"This has been our second visit to Eau de vie after we were blown away by the cocktails and service on our first visit. If you are lucky enough to get..."

Elle

"You'll find this place hidden away in Malthouse Lane, just a small lamp above a door you might just walk straight past. It's a speak easy, and looks..."

TheHappyFoodie

"Second time to this venue last night before dinner and loved it even more than the first time. Chic glassware, top quality cocktails that have you..."

Mesmaty

"Such a fun little speakeasy bar! On recommendation from my friend's aunt we looked for "just a door" and stumbled into a packed bar with swing music..."

BigHairandHighHeels

"One of the best bars specially if you live whisky.. Staff are very helpful and knowledgable. Will keep going back.. The cocktails are special ..."

Sunnyummy

"Hard to find, and extremely busy are two great ways to describe this place. But neither of these are particularly negative comments IMO. Great..."

Food Etc.

"Eau de Vie specialises in cocktails and whisky - of which they have lots! So many in fact that the drinks menu is about 20 odd pages and, god help..."

Eat And Be Merry Crew

"This little secret place has a very cozy 1940s athmosphere. Great place for a date. Ordered the espresso zabaione and it was delicious. But the..."

Tom

"Awesome bar. Part of the intrigue of this venue is finding the entrance. Bar very speakeasy decor as are the staff. Fabulous interesting cocktails..."

SusieQ

"With almost 500 years of experience in glass making, Spiegelau has just launched the ‘Perfect Serve Collection’ by award-winning bartender and..."

The Food Society

"Eau De Vie is absolutely one of a kind! This little bar is hidden down Malthouse Lane and the first time you visit it can be tricky to find the front..."

Elizabeth215

"The EDV's version of Coffee Martini is the best! Loving the extensive list of cocktails & drinks. The staff are very friendly & confident in..."

Roslyn Foo

"like treasure this place is hard to find but worth it's weight in gold once you get there. cocktails are exciting and the bar wall is worth a photo...."

Gemma

"How can this place be kept as a secret?! There is no chance I would discover this place by accident. Eau de vie is very well hidden in one of the..."

GiGi MV

"Where has this gem been hiding? Wow! The best cocktails in Melbourne by far! From drinking out of skulls to having dry ice poured over your espresso..."

Christine S

"Came in a group of 4 at 11:30pm on a Saturday night and waited about 20 minutes for a table. Well worth the wait as the service we received was..."

Saucy Thyme

"This place is awesome. Tucked away off Flinders lane it is quintessential Melbourne. Have been here a number of times including with interstaters...."

MarkM77

"This place truly does transport you back to the time of prohibition. Finding the place deceivingly challenging, so it's a sense of trumph to be..."

Bianca Roberts

"Wow! Wow! Wow! Gorgeous flavours and theatre presentation of our drinks made this a great place to stop by on our way for dinner. Staff were..."

Jac

"The drinks menu on it’s own was incredibly expansive, not to mention appetising and it was nearly impossible to settle on any one drink (no, the..."

JoJo X LiLi

"What to pair with cheese? Normally it's wine, the nuances of which perfectly match the nuances of cheese. But wait! Eau De Vie surprised with a..."

The World Loves Melbourne

"Went there for my birthday and didn't have a reservation but they were able to fit the 4 of us in! Great service! Coffee drink with liquid..."

Keri Clarke

"One of the best bars melbourne has to offer. Tucked away on one of the veins that run off Flinders lane, you'll find a 1920's themed cocktail bar..."

Luccio

"Eau De Vie never disappoints. So beautifully done cocktails specially the espresso Zabaione. The atmosphere, the staff, the decoration and the drinks..."

Mona

"Visited Eau De Vie on Saturday night. The place was very busy when we arrived at 645pm. Had emailed ahead to make a reservation as had family..."

Haley.fitzpatrick

"A great place to try out drinks from a massive range if you're a fan of spirits! For people who'd like to stick to a cocktail, there are many options..."

Prageeth Silva

"Yes EDV serves us well. A large non descript door, and then enter into luxurious surrounds in what actually feels like a private club. Add to this..."

Dave Geralt

"Wat an Awesome hidden bar behind a hidden doorway down a dark alley in Melbs CBD!! Can't get over the extensive bar and the cocktail book- not list-..."

HoneyBintheCity

"Love this hidden little gem of a bar, it's just so Melbourne with that Unrecognizable, unnamed door down that little alley of the lane. Cocktails..."

HH24

"Hidden away, no sign and an unassuming entry with a covered piano will welcome you to eau de vie. Past this is a bar with oodles od mood and charm...."

Kate Liggett

"So a special occasion - 4th wedding anniversary - Idea was to celebrate it over 4 days and first day being Tuesday. I knew what I wanted to do?? this..."

Simrata Anand

"Pretty cool place hidden away in an alleyway just off Findler st. Its pretty classy and elegant.Does nice cocktails and has a wise range of..."

FoodiePhysician

"Eau de vie is a honest whiskey bar. It's hidden presence add to the appeal. The waiters are all very skilled in their craft and have great advise on..."

Finger Lickin

"This is one of those quintessential Melbourne places that is nearly impossible to find if you don't already know about it. This is one those places..."

Jay Mody

"Presented like a sundae but it ain’t your usual icecream sundae. This is Eau De Vie’s famous Espresso Zabaione, which is their take on the..."

Mz_J

"A definite must for all cocktail lovers - especially whiskey lovers! Glad my friend knew where he was going...I would never have come across this bar..."

Loz

"It can get pretty busy and loud to the point your ears and throat start hurting from all the shouting. The selection of spirits is quite good but can..."

Mark

"March ‘18 - Still love this bar. One person on our table didn’t like her cocktail because it was too spicy for her and they let her choose..."

I. D.

"If you are familiar with my reviews on the Y-Place, then you'll know that the first time I give a review of a location I don't typically go higher..."

Gdayhowyagoin

"Been here twice now, drinks are pretty dam cool in terms of presentation and the place is always packed as (well every friday night). Place is tiny..."

Vinny

"Eau de Vie was the last stop on our evening around town a few weeks ago. They served up an amazing atmosphere coupled with a kick-ass cocktail or two..."

Ang Khocolateman

"Eau De Vie is a hidden whisk(e)y bar in the city. If you are a whisky connoisseur, like a great selection before making a choice and get a rush..."

Nithya Nagarajan

"The hardest thing is finding the place.Once you have done that ,the risk to get addicted of it is quite high. Simply best cocktails in Melbourne and..."

Gigia

"Super trendy place-pretty packed on a weekend, so either make a booking or get in early. Sampled 5 cocktails off their list-all very nice, especially..."

Rachel Jaye Honner

"Once you find this place (not signed just a large wooden door) you are transported to the prohibition era. Uber selection of whiskeys and other..."

Misha Purdy

"Although the cocktails are expensive, they are definitely worth the price. I went out with a few friends and was able to try quite a few drinks..."

Alanna Chloe Grossman

"Fantastic spot for a classy cocktail, that is if you can find the magic door down Malthouse Lane. Order the Blazer for a nice little..."

Kurt Dimmock

"Everyone I know loves this place. And it is awesome, but it's just not for me. The cocktails and food are spectacular. The ambiance is..."

PoleDancer

"A nice experience. Hard to find but that's kind of the appeal, feels like your entering a secret club. Service was very attentive and the server was..."

Jesse

"Such a tricky place to find! Down malthouse lane, it's the wooden door with a fancy handle at the bottom of the alley on the right! Feels like you..."

Heidi

"Of course we got totally lost trying to find, perfectly Melbourne location: down a dark alleyway with absolutely no signage. However it's like..."

Fat Teddys Crew

"I do love this quintessential Melbourne bar! We go early to avoid the crowds pre dinner and it's always great for atmosphere. Cocktails are a little..."

Amelia

"Great ambience, perfect for a cocktail or two after a dinner date, which is what my partner and I did. We had two cocktails each it was awhile ago..."

Melbournian

"Came here with a booking and cute cosy place though was rowdy but can still hear enough to have conversations - waiter was attentive though was a bit..."

Eat Dance Travel

"Finding this place was a little mysterious but walking in it was like entering another little world. The theatrics when serving your drink.. The..."

Casey V

"Up there with Melbourne's best! This hidden gem should be on everyone's list. Hard to find but that's all part of its charm. When you walk through..."

Nicca

"Wow what a place!!!We only went for cocktails but was extremely impressed. Their knowledge of whiskeys was great, and the liquid nitrogen over..."

Haydn Morrell

"Hiden at 1 Malthouse lane . I really love this place . It's not a usual bar .Apart from the huge variety of drinks they have , there are some unusual..."

Julia Ye

"Went here for the cocktail degustation and didn't really expect too much from the food but it was brilliant. Had a really great night, was a fun..."

Melbourne Foodie

"Definitely a place to visit in Melbourne, cocktails are great, music is fantastic matched with great and simple food. Lovely selection of..."

Maximilian

"Always good, always special. Go early and avoid the queue. Personally prefer the whiskeys over the cocktails but watching the barmen and women's..."

MelbourneBee

"Hidden lane way 1920s style speakeasy. Weird and wonderful cocktails served with style. Dress up if you want to be part of it. Gets loud and tinny,..."

Daniel May

"Hidden away in a Melbourne laneway is one of the city’s best kept secrets- Eau De Vie. A speakeasy cocktail bar with a difference, Eau De Vie is..."

Trading Plates

"What's there to say about this place that hasn't already been said. Yes there's a wait to get in if you haven't booked, yes the place is expensive..."

The City Lane

"Pretty hard to find. Ask around when lost. Great selection of beverages. Particularly liked the whiskey and cheese combo. Very nice but crowded..."

I4n9

"What an absolutely delightful bar! Superb service! Amazing selection of drinks! Love..."

Mak3upandfood

"Would have to b the worlds best cocktail bar - this place is amazing. From the moment we walked in we were blown away at how cool this place is. The..."

Ang

""Hidden" treasure. 1 Malthouse Lane- took me sometime figuring out where it was. Small door with no sign up front- like an old time speakasy (not..."

Manukashyap

"Located behind a wooden, innocuous door; from the moment you enter Eau De Vie you get the feeling that you have stepped into a different era. From..."

Table To Paper

"There literally is just a yellow lantern hanging outside that apparently determines whether its open depending on if its lit or not. Inside you’ll..."

Theeighthoursblog

"A couple of weeks ago we went to Eau De Vie, which is a 1960's style bar. All the bartenders wear suits and they all look very snazzy. Kim and i have..."

Dale Stewart (Noliwarts)

"Eau De Vie means, 'Water of life'. This French bar would transport you back to the past, as far as the 1920s. That being said, ask for your own..."

Evelovelle

"Surprising venue. Behind closed doors. You would never find it. Great wait staff. Cocktails magnificent. Very atmospheric..."

SusieQ

"Definetly hve to look to fins this place. A cousin recommended it and I ended up walking past it three times. Worth the struggle though it's a..."

Keira Jane

"Love!. Easily one of my fabourite venues. Unbelievable atmosphere, exceptional cocktails and the knowledgable and extremely friendly staff make it..."

Emily

"Cocktails. As far as cocktails go, this is our favourite place in Melbourne. A place to drink for drinkers. The wine and beer is fine as well. Love..."

BCA

"Came here late at night for a cocktail. No sign out the front but packed out solid. A great indication of how special this place us. Do your self a..."

Indigestion Kid

"Pure class. Love this place. Such a great hideout in the city and the vibe, music and lighting make for a great night spot. The cocktail list is as..."

Fish

"New favourite cocktail bar!. There are a couple of bad reviews here which I simply don't understand. Our host, Jack, was wonderful! I know his name..."

Bena Reilly

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Chris

"Excellent. Tasty drinks made with decent ingredients, good chat from the unpretentious staff and great food. Thoroughly enjoyed our degustation..."

Sian Daley

"Cocktail timetravel. There is a high amount of exclusivity associated with hidden bars .EDV is no different with their secluded wooden door down..."

Allen Tong

"Eye opener. What a great experience! It was me and my wife's anniversary and I was looking for a special place to celebrate, came across Eau De Vie..."

Chfoong

"Fantastic little cocktail bar! Great..."

Kane Bennett

"This was perhaps one of the most delicious meal experiences of my life. We had the degustation menu and it was faultless in every way. Drinks were..."

Teeny Reeny

"Special indeed.. From the minute we found the door to this secret wonderland, to the minute we left in an haze of Absinthe, everything about this..."

SB

"Loved the experience. I took my partner here for a Cocktail Degustation and it was fantastic. Our waitress, Michelle did a fantastic job. Our food..."

Martini_love

"COCKTAILS!!!!. Wow, we loved this place. A bit hard to find but once we entered it was a wonderland! Amazing bar and great service, will be back for..."

Foxy

"Despite being a little difficult to find as there is no signage - just look for the big wood door down Malthouse lane - once you enter you are taken..."

Lord Tazz

"Wonderful (once you find it). So once you find this place and step inside, be prepared for wonderful cocktails and truly delicious snacks! We had..."

MelbourneMiss

"It's all amazing. Amazing cocktails! Amazing whisky list! Amazing pate! Amazing decor!Amazing..."

Droopycheeks

"Had the cocktail degustation last night. It was one of the most incredible eating experiences of our young lives. Everything was exceptional. Will be..."

Alice Maeve

"I cannot stop raving about EDV, and believe me, I've tried to keep this place a secret as I would hate to see it become over crowded and..."

Sweetie Pie

"Ambience and exceptional cocktails!. We found this place by accident - not by wandering past (it would be hard to imagine anyone finding Eau de vie..."

Dom Wilkinson

"Duckboard Empire - well, not quite.. Nobody finds EDV by accident. I’m almost certain someone out there is, as we speak, devising an entry portal..."

C M

"Ok so we know now you go to Eau De Vie if you want grade A cocktails, bar staff that put their passion and love into each and every drink served and..."

Eating-For-Me

"In short- Omg. I have been to a few places tonight, this is the first place worth a write up. Blew my mind; and my tastebuds. Pork belly was the..."

Andrew Shugg

"Great find. An unmarked door at the end of a small laneway leads to EDV which is a real find (it's before the bend in the laneway near Medina stairs,..."

Kate Parker

"Ambience, Cocktails Magic. Love the direction of this place. Read a great review on a blog and checked it out on the odd occasion of being in the..."

Jean S

"Phenomenal! Great food, awesome drinks and friendly service. Had nearly every dish on the menu over 2 consecutive nights and am still salivating at..."

Pink_Tulips

"Wow! Not been this impressed for a long long time! Had some tapas which damm tasty with some cocktails that we're superb. Attention to detail ,..."

Maree

"The food is nothing short of amazing. I was truly blown away by the quality, the overall sophistication of the entire menu and the sharing..."

Dangerousduplicity

"We have spent the last few weeks in some of Melbournes great bars – most of them with intimate lighting that results in shocking pictures! But if..."

FoodieAboutTown

"Was suggested this place by a colleague of my brothers as a must while in Melbourne. They are absolutely correct. We came with no reservation and..."

Rustlers Steakhouse

"The atmosphere, service and amazing cocktails are all outstanding. Definitely an experience that should not be missed. Set up like a 1920's speak..."

Duane Watkins

"We had a ball here! Such friendly staff. The ambience of the place is a little noisy (wouldn't go here for a quiet drink), but fun and happy. The..."

Fiona Henderson

"This place is behind the secret door. Never been disappointed with a variety cocktails. Fancy but not sacrificing tastes and aroma. Served with..."

Thammanoon J

"Perhaps one of the best bars in all of the world (and I feel after visiting 48 countries I can say this!) I've done corporate events, degustations..."

Mathanki Aru

"Atmosphere is wonderful. Staff are spectacular, and the service is top-notch. Do yourself a favour and order a martini, which will be chilled with..."

Megan Smith

"What a spot! Loved the whole experience these guys have created! I got to try the nitro cream on the espresso and the mezcal horn one, and the..."

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