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Inclusive feel: The Tippler is located on the site of the former Cafe Balzac

Melbourne

The Tippler & Co

The Tippler & Co has the appealing and inclusive feel that all local bar-diners strive for.

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Melbourne

Europa Cellars (CLOSED)

This inner-city wine store, bar and deli offers a relaxed setting that matches bistro dishes such ...

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VIC

Lucky Strike (CLOSED)

The Dans have arrived in Clunes. Chef Daniel Melbourne and front-of-house guy

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Leadbelly in Newtown.

Sydney

Leadbelly, Sydney

In truth, the drinks here are a damn sight better than they need to be.

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Gerald's Bar

Melbourne

Gerald's Bar

Cosy, cosmopolitan; Gerald's is a 'don’t-ever-leave- me' Carlton stalwart.

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Top food, great drink, smart service, Le Bon Ton is a winner.

Melbourne

Le Bon Ton

This New Orleans-channelling bar/diner slings Hurricane's smoked brisket and chicken ribs until dawn on the weekend.

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Ike's Rack Shack at The Beaufort.

Melbourne

Ike's at The Beaufort

Theming a restaurant is dangerous: it's easy to tip into try-hard kitsch. But Ike's Rack Shack does it right, recreating a Texan barbecue joint with wry humour.

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Porchetta sandwich with a side of slaw at Heartattack and Vine.

Melbourne

Heartattack and Vine

This Lygon Street newcomer takes its name from a Tom Waits song and its inspiration from neighbourhood bars in Italy.

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Melbourne

Markov

A block away from the Lygon Street hustle, Markov sticks closely to the Melbourne small bar scene.

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