The Global Drinker — World Bar Guide
Black Pearl
Melbourne, Australia
Fitzroy institution since August 2002. Internationally acclaimed cocktail bar. Famous for Death Flip and Martini riffs. Intimate ground-floor with plush booths, warm lighting. Upstairs "The Attic" opens Fri–Sat for reserved elevated experiences. House-made snacks like sausage rolls. Open Wed–Sun 5pm–3am (Attic from 6/7pm).
304 Brunswick Street, Fitzroy VIC 3065, Australia
Awards & Rankings
- Australia 2026
- Top 500 Bars 2025 — #269
- World's 50 Best Bars 2020 — #98
- World's 50 Best Bars 2019 — #80
- World's 50 Best Bars 2018 — #30 · Best Bar in Australasia
- World's 50 Best Bars 2017 — #22 · Best Bar in Australasia
- World's 50 Best Bars 2016 — #22
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