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Caretaker's Cottage

Bar · Melbourne ·

Caretaker's Cottage

Bar · Melbourne ·
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"A tiny A-frame brick cottage next to a church transformed into a vibrant, pub-like bar known for its walk-in-only, house-party energy. Opened in 2022, it pours Guinness on tap, super-cold freezer Martinis, and a rotating selection of milk punches; vinyl records spun behind the bar fuel the soundtrack, while a playful monthly menu (recently including a pandan‑garnished tropical tequila highball) keeps things fresh even as Guinness and the house Martini remain staples." - Kara Newman

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Smart drinks, top tunes, and fun times in old cottage

creative cocktails
friendly staff
rotating menu
great bar
cocktails
lively scene
house martini
music
Google Rating
4.7 (760)
Yelp Rating
4.8
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139-141 Little Lonsdale St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia Get directions

A$20–40

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Accepts reservations
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Smart drinks, top tunes, and fun times in old cottage

creative cocktails
friendly staff
rotating menu
great bar
cocktails
lively scene
house martini
music
Google Rating
4.7 (760)
Yelp Rating
4.8
Featured in Conde Nast Traveler
Featured in
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139-141 Little Lonsdale St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia Get directions

A$20–40

Usually a wait
Restroom
Accepts reservations
Cozy
Trendy
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