Loch & Key
6 people recommendvia r/melbourne6 comments cited below
What people say, in short
Commenters recommend Loch & Key for late-night drinks. One patron says it is fun on Monday nights, when a hospitality crowd turns up, and a different patron praises the vibe. One commenter says the upstairs stays open late, while another suggests it may be quirkier than a dive bar. A patron who has celebrated birthdays at this bar alongside other bars says they love these venues.
Address
Loch & Key, 34 Franklin St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
At a glance
- Best for
- Late night
The evidence
Every point below is paraphrased from a real public comment, ordered by how much the community engaged with it. Caveats and negatives are kept in — follow any link to read the original for yourself.
- Recommendsu/deepledribitz in r/melbourne · Jun 2026ambience
Suggests this venue on Monday nights, saying it's enjoyable and popular with hospitality workers.
- Recommendsu/BabyAccomplished7371 in r/melbourne · Jun 2026ambience
Suggested as a late-night stop with a good atmosphere.
- Recommendsu/Traditional_West255 in r/melbourne · Jun 2026ambience
Simply expresses liking for this venue.
- Recommendsu/dreamingsheep90 in r/melbourne · Jul 2024
Suggested as an upstairs option for staying out late drinking.
- Recommendsu/skwaackattack in r/melbourne · May 2026
Had birthdays there and says they love it.
- Recommendsu/Shmeestar in r/melbourne · Apr 2026
Suggests it as a quirkier option, though less of a true dive.
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Details last checked 10 Nov 2026. Recommendations reflect what people said at the time; confirm current details before you go.