Heartbreaker

Have been before but the last time I went they were very rude at the front for no reason. The way they spoke to us was as if they were trying to setup a good story for their friends; they had a small smerk of their faces. We ended up going to another venue and had a great night.

The staff were super friendly and welcoming here. Very cool, fun vibe and even at 5.30 it was quite lovely. I could absolutely see this becoming a regular haunt if I lived in Melbourne. They don’t mix any cocktails on site but I had one of their pre made ones and it was good.

I went to this bar expecting a fun night with good music and good people. I had two beers, so I wasn’t sober, but I definitely wasn’t drunk. I was dancing, being myself; I’m a queer man, and expression is part of who I am. Then, out of nowhere, a blonde woman from management decided I was “too drunk” and had security remove me. I wasn’t loud, aggressive, or out of control. I was just dancing, enjoying myself, and apparently that was too much for her. It felt humiliating and unfair. This wasn’t about alcohol, it was about judgment and bias. If being openly expressive makes you unwelcome here, that says everything about the kind of place this is.

Heartbreaker will always be my favourite bar best vibes, has a pool table, small dance floor and the best music

First time meeting someone rude in Melbourne. The trans lady in the photo took the wrong pizza order. How can someone mistake sausage for mushroom? After that I was confused where the washroom is, so i tried to ask her for help. She told me to "get out of the bar" because I was standing really close to the bar area. She could have brought me to the toilet. The guy behind her wearing white was really nice tho. He kept asking us how was our night, double checked our pizza orders, and gave us water without prompting. That's customer service. She should learn more from him.

Went there for a drag bingo night. Great atmosphere. Friendly staff. The show was fun..and it was free 🙂

Quite possibly the best bartenders in the southern hemisphere. Absolutely great vibes, I’d recommend going at 5 -7 when they have their great happy hour prices and free pool. Have had many a great nights here, everyone is up for a chat and the music is always rocking. Pizza is banging too.

harassment need to be taken more seriously. No customer should be allowed to harras the staff, security needs to do a better job. Is a shame because this is my favorite pub, but honestly I don't feel very safe going here anymore.

If you're ever in Melbourne, Australia and looking for a decent dive bar that knows how to operate a business, this is your bet. Cocktails were great, as was the pizza. Plus the guys gave me a free shirt (and sh*t) because I was from the states.

I simply love this bar. In fact this is one of those bars that I can see myself returning to again and again. It was simply magnificent. I guess it had something to do with that really grungy feeling that it had, and I also go the impression that the music they played here was rather hard and heavy, which is always going to grab my attention. Yeah, and it also had some pretty awesome beers on tap as well.

I'm still not sure what happened but it was the first time ever I got told by sec... Talking with security, appearantly there was no reason and my only guess is my only interaction which shortly after security to me and I was asked to leave (glass still half full!). Now I was merely talking to a couple on the bar (who came up next to me) kindly & shortly and there zero hint of discomfort. When asked about why am I being asked to leave, everyone on the crew played the "I-donno" card which made it just more awkard, as I didn't get any real reason when obviously nobody but me got harrased (by sec)! Now this is not the first time I've been to this venue (I'm kind of a regular here) and they didn't even bother telling me anything before sending security at me... I would be coming back as always but if this is a new & repeating pattern... I'll make sure all the people I've sent there in the past are better off at another venue.

Why is it that I take so long to get to places? Heartbreaker has been in-the-know for me as a great option -heavily suggested and looked into as a potential place to visit. Finally, the weather started warming with longer days and I ventured to the city. We had to wait outline, as people left, the standers outside were let in. It's a painless process, and you appreciate it so much once inside. Cause boy, this bar venue is filled to the brim. The bar is lined with patrons making orders, bartenders flicking the hanging lights to make them swing and did I spy decent craft beer options? I hastily decide that I already like this joint. The people are all chill doing their own thing, hipsters enter each time the door opens. In the back corner, you can buy pizza by the slice! Hey, beer and pizza, plus good tunes, I'm pretty much set to have a good night. Plenty of spots to cozy up to, grab a craft beer or a ready-made cocktail and enjoy the vibe and loud music that is Heartbreaker.

Epic old school rock and roll bar, I wrote a blog on it https://socialeventsmelbourne.com.au/heartbreaker-bar/

Long live rock-n-roll! I love this little dive bar full of nostalgic music photos, other strange art and loads of hipsters. It's dark and loud. There is a pool table and ample seating in the back bar. There are cocktails to go which is an interesting concept. One thing I found odd was their cocktails are pre made aside from maybe a lemon rind for show. Whilst they can sell the ready made bottles, they should make their own stuff if you're going to pay top price. That said, I really enjoyed my evening here. The beer menu changed throughout the night and the service was fairly quick. Add to that the kick of some good rock music and your night will be complete!

This is my new favourite CBD bar, and with good reason. Not just because it makes me sing Mariah Carey's best song whenever I think of it. Fantastic beer selection, good prices and super delicious (but very unhealthy) bar snacks served until the early hours of the morning. Where else can you go after a gig finishes and get a decent craft beer and some philly cheese fries at 1am? Great music, and a jukebox on offer jam packed full of classic albums. Its dark and its LOUD. Also, I've noticed that compared to lots of other 'trendy' places, Heartbreaker has somehow managed to dodge the douchbag factor that you so often find at places like this that are flavour of the month. Punters and staff seem down to earth and nice to be around. Do yourself a favour and wander by next time you're stuck in the CBD waiting for uber surge prices to go down.

Great bar. Good atmosphere. A little tight on space, but overall good hang. GREAT bourbon selection; would've loved to try some of their rare bourbons, but way overpriced.

And Melbourne's current obsession with neon signs continues, this time at Hearbreaker! I had already heard quite a bit about Heartbreaker before I ventured in late on a Saturday night, yet I still managed to be surprised. While I expected an edgy and slick cocktail bar, along the lines of Black Pearl, I discovered a dive bar with a difference. In fact, upon entering I exclaimed "Oh, it's like a fancy Cherry Bar!" The music was LOUD and ROCK. The venue was packed with a fun and chatty crowd, and while I hate the word 'hipster' I think that could accurately describe their look. Think beards, and a lot of 'em. Unfortunately I didn't get to indulge in one of their famous ready-made cocktails, but I look forward to my next trip in. A good destination for late drinks on the weekend (you know, when you probably should be heading home instead).

A few drinks, a handful of coins for the jukebox and a wink from the beardy guy manning the bar - the things that make late-night Melbourne so much fun. This is my new favourite bar and I don't think I'm alone. Heartbreaker is the kind of place where you could lose hours in the darkness, where you bond with the other boozehounds at the bar over the cocktails or the tunes. It's where punters and hospo workers can mingle happily. It's dirty and delicious and great fun.

After attending a show at the 170 a group of us went to Hearbreaker since it was open late and just down the street (the other bar we had planned to go to had closed). Had a great time at Heartbreaker. Great beers on tap and cool atmosphere. It's like a rock bar pub and very casual. Late at night it gets crowded. Some drunk girl came and squeezed in between me and my friend and started blabbering drunk stuff. It was quite funny. You pretty much need an escort to be able to find the bathrooms the first time as they're totally hidden. Went back the following night after a 2nd show at 170.

Visited Heartbreaker whilst celebrating my 18th birthday. Bar service was quick, atmosphere and music was great. HOWEVER, with no where to sit during a big night out in heels wasn't the best. Only stayed for about half an hour. Would go back a bit earlier just for chill drinks with friends, or pre drinks before a night out.

Definitley the worst place ive ever been. staff is pissed all the time. music is just bad and DJ is useless. tried to give it a chance and went there more than once but it was still the same. they dont even have the most basic drinks that can be found everywhere. honestly it should be shut down.

Absolutely great hospo bar, only hard liquor, so great to finish work and find yourself here, bantering with the staff, listening to old classics from the juke box and playing some pool. Love the use of the everliegh cocktails that come in little bottles and the square/rectangular ice cubes, as well as the generosity while pouring spirits

Very friendly lovely helpful staff! Super classic rock n roll dive bar feel, but with classy drinks. And the American pizza was ace and greasy (in a good way) on a paper plate. Amazing!

Not my first time to heartbreaker, but probably my last. Another example of how a bar attempts to mimic its overseas counterpart but fails because of its staff. The whole point of an American style dive bar is for people to be able to sit at the bar and sip quietly on their favourite beverage. Of course the overzealous and unwarranted application of RSA laws by one particular staff member will make it unlikely I will return. I personally do not think that sitting quietly at the bar minding my own business after consuming four of my favourite bourbons is justification for ending my night. I was not being rude, I was not being loud or a abnoxious. Rather I was sitting quietly at my seat and enjoying the ambience. However, one particular staff member in an attempt of self righteous empowerment, and lack of proper judgement, decided that this was beyond the scope of such a bar and in doing so made a mockery of the original intent. I have been a patron of this bar on many occasions and have never had a problem. I would suggest to management that you remove said bartender from your employ before you lose more loyal patrons such as myself.