Arbory Bar

http://arbory.com.au/

Flinders Walk

 

What to do with an abandoned platform and shipping container at an iconic Melbourne Train Station? Let's turn it into a bar someone said, and that's exactly what's happened.

Apart from the odd screeching of trains pulling up next to us, there's lots to like about the Arbory bar.. It's conveniently located at Flinders Street Train Station and easy to find via the Elizabeth Street underpass. It's new decking and alfresco dining with views across the Yarra make it very inviting and there's also plenty of seats and tables for large groups...

 

The all important drinks menu offered local smaller craft beers and ciders as well as impressive list of wines from Australia to China, Argentina & Italy.... The only downer was that most were by the bottle and there weren't to many to choose from if you just wanted a glass. Unfortunately no cocktails on offer, but rumour has it they're coming soon. We were also impressed that the waiter asked if we would like to taste the wine first before we decided on our purchase.

Food wise, it was very eclectic. A very interesting mix of innovative dishes and classics.. Think chorizo corn dog vs steak tartar. Something to please to everyone!

Service on the other hand was a bit hit and miss. There seemed to be plenty of staff on deck but no table service. Whilst it may have been quick and friendly, there were no smiles and most looked like they just didn't want be there. We even got a grunt from the waiter who we asked nicely if we could have the extra heater turned on. Perhaps a little less time should be spent on their hipster flannel look but rather on their customer service skills.

Overall, we enjoyed our evening at the Arbory. 

It's so typically Melbourne and why we love living in this great city.


Don't forget, you can click here to visit a full list of bars we've visited.