Storyville
9 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/melbourne10 comments cited below
What people say, in short
Storyville is a bar in an alleyway at the corner of Lonsdale and Russell in the CBD. Many people recommend it, and one visitor praises its concept and cocktails, while another patron who went for cocktails describes a cozy atmosphere and a fireplace. Another visitor says the vibe is good, a table can likely be found, and people-watching is a big part of the appeal, though they add that it is not a chill spot.
Address
StoryVille, 185 Lonsdale St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
At a glance
- Best for
- Cocktails
- Known for
- Cocktails, Fireplace
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/TheMooseDefiler in r/melbourne · Jun 2026
Visited and had a great night, meeting new people.
- Caveatu/ItsSmittyyy in r/melbourne · Jun 2026hygiene
Had one unpleasant incident there, called it unusual, but says it would deter a return.
- Recommendsu/jerrryboree in r/melbourne · May 2026
Named as a suggested nightlife option.
- Recommendsu/Neat_Yam_9407 in r/melbourne · Apr 2025
Says it is fun.
- Recommendsu/Competitive_Cow_1898 in r/melbourne · Jun 2026taste
Endorses it, praising its concept and cocktails.
- Recommendsu/kingbay2 in r/melbourne · Aug 2024
Suggests this spot as a place to try on a future visit, noting it sits in an alley at Lonsdale and Russell.
- Recommendsu/Snappytomcat in r/melbourne · Apr 2026
Finds it pretty cool, though only speaking for themselves.
- Recommendsu/tonkotsu_fan in r/melbourne · Mar 2026ambience
Suggests it as a follow-up; notes good vibe and easy seating, though not chill.
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- Recommendsu/emptyspiral93 in r/melbourne · Apr 2025
Agrees with the Storyville suggestion.
- Recommendsu/ningnongnanapants in r/melbourne · Jun 2024ambience
Went for cocktails last winter; liked the cozy atmosphere and fireplace.
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