1806

ONe of Melbourne's hidden secrets this old theatre restaurant turned Cocktail bar makes the drinking stories of yesteryear come alive...With a drink from every decade since the turn of the 19th century there is truly something for everyone.

8 / 10
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  • Phone

    +61 3 9663 7722

  • Website

    1806.com.au

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  • Type

    Cocktail Bar

Address

169 Exhibition St Melbourne VIC 3000 Australia

Reservations Yes
Credit Cards Yes
Wi-Fi No
Outdoor Seating No
Menus Happy Hour
Drinks Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails

Comments / 72


Keywords:

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James Panther

An excellent whisky bar with an abundant selection and huge cocktail list so you will easily be able to find something new to try. The bar staff are highly knowledgeable if you need a recommendation.

TJ Davis

I highly recommend the mixology class at 1806. Matt was a phenomenal teacher and really knew his stuff. I learned a lot and made some pretty delicious cocktails . Perfect date night idea

Diplomatico Rum

Ask for Daniel Warren the Australian representer at the Diplomático World Tournament 2013. With his cocktail Diplomats rose , he got recognized as worlds 3rd best bartender ! Read more

Richard Webbe

Ambience , history(Tikki and Johns Theatre restaurant ) , service , comfort, drinks ????☝️???????? ???? ???? ???? ???? Date Night ????????

Danielle Black

Amazing hidden treasure in Melbourne! Try the Aviation , guarantee a very smooth flight. Great atmosphere and staff are very professional. love it!

Scott Nelson

The understudy is excellent and totally worth a visit! Crazy drinks paired with delicious food

Keng Yuuki

Must try place for cocktail lovers. They have enough ranges for all kinds. Love everything here!!

Tomfoolery

Great era-themed cocktail joint, they make a damn fine mint julep

Rachel Roth

Expensive but a perfectly made drink in a vintage-inspired space

Darren Teo

Any cocktail is good. Try the Aviation for the ladies. Guys just get the old fashioned or the Negroni

Cris Pearson

Angels milk - An Australian Sake with Frangelico , almond (Orgeat syrup ) and cream dusted off with cinnamon . Goes down like... Well , like angels milk .

Tim H

Get past the sullen door girl and ur on a winner. Good cocktails and the waiters were great. Shame about the door girl really.

Richard Parton

And THAT is why you wanna order a Black Blazer (and get a seat with a view of the bar !)

Justin Appleby

A colossal menu of cocktails . If in doubt, ask the super friendly staff for a suggestion!

Steve Androulakis

Friendly service and particularly skilful mixologists

Teresa Anderson

Best by far if u like sweeter drinks: hot buttered mulled wine , margarita custard (hot) and blazing prince Charlie - these are my favorites!

Gil Wong

The BEST cocktail bar in Melbourne! Staff are amazing and such a great atmosphere

Praveen Vijayan

Their house rules specifically state that you're not allowed to lick their staff .

Stefan Lesser

Adorable and cute little cocktail bar , however, a little expensive .

Marianne N

Very extensive cocktail list . I would say the place feels like it's trying a bit too hard...?

Paul Canterbury

I love this place. Great ambiance, great staff , great cocktails .

Ben Novakovic

Ask for a Corpse Reviver No.2; you won’t be disappointed.

Brett Lider

A must-visit for the cocktail fan. Menu tours cocktails from the 18th century onwards.

Matt Dennett

Great service, great drinks and great atmosphere. It's a bit of a shame the style leaves and the smell begins as you get closer to the toilets .

Regan Bozman

Great old fashioned , gorgeous interior as well

Natalie

very informative and helpful waitress . excellent cocktails .

BuckenBerry©

Try the Rum Old Fashioned !! Great mix of rum , sugar and lemon !!

Josh Orth

The "Blazer " series of drinks are just perfect for cold, wet Melbourne nights with hot, wet, Melbourne company.

Tom Butler

Put the lengthy and wordy menu to one side and ask one of the expert bar staff for advice.

Paul Wagner

Try the hot margarita custard . It's desert and a boozy cocktail all in one!

David Ma

A+++ would drink here again

Tohid NP

Cocktails !

Jason McNutt

Try a flaming cocktail if that's your thing.

Kia Matthews

Fantastic. Nice cocktails , nice atmosphere.

Praveen Vijayan

Best Old Fashioned in Melbourne!

Víctor Ortega

Recommended by Epicure May 16

Hamish Scattermish

An extensive and fine cocktail list made by great bar staff .

Jamie Turner

Get a Martinez, you will not regret it

Brett Lider

One of the two best cocktail bars we went to.

Erwin Manuel

Tried my girlfriend's Angel's Milk cocktail (very nice!). Also there's a downstairs small function room.

Ignatius Tong

The aviation cocktail rocks!!

Falcon Griffith

Amazing whiskey sours , definitely try the Clover Club and Aviation .

Sarah Bricknall

Recommend you visit on a Thursday night to watch the high jinx

Yui Sakata

Ladies! Cilantro straberry is an alcoholic pop candy ! Love it!

Chris

South Sides are to die for.

Siân Gill

Strawberry shrub for something different. Not at all what you'd expect.

Mel Kershaw

The bartenders here are awesome, great service and knowledgeable .

Jake H

The Xanadu on the 4Square Specials list is orangey goodness!

Bill Burton

Aviation , Tom Collins and clover club are to die for!

Josh Rowe

Cocktail city ! Yummy, but expensive - enjoy!

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