Apollo Inn

Dropped in here last night for the first time, for a pre dinner drink and what an fantastic experience! The outside is very non descript and it would be easy to pass if you weren't aware of it. As soon as you go through the inner padded doors, you are swept into a beautifully dimly lit speakeasy with a slick, but warm atmosphere that simply wraps you in it's velvet hand and draws you in. The concierge was incredibly welcoming and chatty and then the service and knowledge from the staff was outstanding. When we arrived there were no seats but we were able to stand at the bar, and then we were approached and ushered down to a couple of spare seats, without us even having to lift a finger to carry our own drinks, these were whisked down to our new seats and presented with an understated and sophisticated flourish. Definitely coming back here again. Oh, and the drinks menu and drinks themselves are nothing short of awesome.

Perfect Martini's every time. Bar staff very knowledgeable Really good TEAM of people The best intimate ambience around. Depending on customers of course but usually one doesn't have to raise your voice to be heard. Very attentive but also low key. Overall excellence.

Loved every minute at Apollo Inn, from the moment we stepped through the beautiful entry door to the very last bite. The service was impeccable, warm, and perfectly attentive without being overbearing. The food was a cut above: the oysters were sublime, and the Prawn Club was to die for (so good I forgot to take a photo!). Every detail felt considered, making it one of those rare spots where everything just works. It has now equalled Embla as our favourite Melbourne bar – both are truly outstanding.

Really enjoyed our visit to Apollo Inn with a friend - the drinks are exceptionally handcrafted. We could tell the passion that all the staff had for bringing the best drinks to Melbourne. Will definitely return.

Apollo Inn is a stylish, 28-seat cocktail bar on Flinders Lane from @chef_andrewmcconnell . Inspired by classic European hotel bars, it pairs moody, elegant interiors with expertly crafted cocktails and a refined wine list. Walk-ins are welcome (which we did as it was a Sunday) but bookings are also available to avoid disappointment. Here’s an overview of what we had: ❤️‍🔥 Chips & dip: fantastic, delicious dip & refillable crisps to dip in 🐟 Tuna tartare, lemon, crème fraîche: absolutely fantastic, so fresh & moreish 🌭 Hot dog special: the perfect hot dog to fill the spot! This was soooo yum! No notes 🍸 LUCIEN GAUDIN: Tanqueray gin, Campari, extra dry vermouth, house Marnier: like a negroni in a martini form, delish! 🍹 Hazelnut martini: Hazelnut eau de vie, house Frangelico, hazelnut miso, Amontillado, fantastic! Loved the balance of sweetness 🍓 I wish I remembered the name of the last one but it had pisco, summer fruits, it was delicious! The service here was fantastic, food was great & drinks were also excellent! They’ve done an excellent job & I can’t wait to come back! 4.8/5

Ducked in for a quick pre-dinner cocktail and we were lucky enough to get a table without a booking. Such a great tiny bar, had the classic dry martini and it was absolutely fabulous. An instant favourite spot.

Behind these leather-cushion doors is the most intimate, classy lounge I've visited. Right next to its Mother, Gimlet, this bar is one that I think I will keep coming back to. I'm not alone in thinking this because we were very very lucky to get a seat without a booking. There was a long line out the door for the whole time we were dining. Booking HEAVILY recommended.

This is one of the best bars i have been to in a long time! Amazing knowledge regarding alcohol and the menu, great advice personalised to my taste. High price but honestly it's totally worth it. Great atmosphere. Felt like stepping through a portal to somewhere in Western Europe and total cognitive dissonance when stepping out. Quality food as well, great flavours. Definitely will come back here again. Special mention to the lovely French waiter whose name I didn't get but was so awesome all night!