The Toff

Up the stairs on Swanston Street—bypassing that notorious lift queue—awaits a quintessential slice of Melbourne’s late-night DNA. The Toff delivers an immaculate, moody aesthetic. Pure magic. CBD regulars and visiting cocktail hounds tip this second-floor fixture as a mandatory stop for its magnetic, mysterious energy. Lean into the happy hour specials. Order a martini. Soak up the unapologetic sprezzatura of the casually dressed bar staff. Whether playing host to university lecture series or just pouring seriously stiff drinks in a gorgeous room, those tapped into the city's nightlife circuit know this atmospheric staple always delivers.