Apollo Inn

Those who navigate the Melbourne CBD grid know exactly where to end their evening. Tucked behind unassuming studded leather doors on Flinders Lane—no windows, just a moody corridor—this intimate boîte channels pure late-night New York energy. Discerning cocktail hounds trade hushed recommendations about the front-row bar seats here. It’s a masterclass in liquid alchemy. Think premium spirits and complex, house-made infusions, with bartenders happily shaking up bespoke tipples off the cuff. The culinary side? Far beyond standard bar fare. Late-night epicures pile in for the rich steak tartare, delicate raw fish plates, and a deeply savory flatbread slathered in whipped cod roe—all anchored by an unapologetically decadent Cubano toastie. Dimly lit, fiercely cozy, and strictly designed for tight crews of two to four. Book ahead, secure a leather booth, and settle in for a flawless post-dinner digestif.