The Global Drinker — World Bar Guide
Paradise Alley
Melbourne, Australia
In the backstreets of Collingwood, you'll find a warehouse where the drinks are cheap, the staff are friendly, the pool is free (on Thursdays), the music is pumping and it feels like a party. There is a strong sense of community in this bar, because owner Laura Twomey has fostered it. If you come here for one drink, you'll end up staying for ten. You'll make friends just standing in line to order and you'll do it all again on Sunday because the recovery sessions are legendary. Drinks flow freely and are of a high standard. Wines are from interesting small producers, beers are reliable (Melbourne Bitter longnecks) and sometimes quirky (think lamington dark ale) and there are decent non-alcoholic offerings. Head to Paradise when you're up to get down.
25 Easy Street, Collingwood, 3066 · $
Awards & Rankings
- Roadbook 2025 — #8