1. Photograph: Graham Denholm
    Photograph: Graham Denholm
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    Photograph: Graham Denholm
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    Photograph: Graham Denholm
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    Photograph: Graham Denholm
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Review

The Rooks Return

4 out of 5 stars
This nostalgic spot serves up cocktails, craft brews and all that jazz
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Time Out says

The bartenders at the Rooks Return are putting Melbourne bar staff on notice. The new gold standard is introducing yourself by name. And what a difference a warm welcome makes in a neighbourhood known for often taking the slacker vibe too far. There’s a courtyard out back, but the indoor space is where it’s at thanks to a small stage where jazz hepcats and bluegrass outfits do their thing.

The wine list is all-Australian (except for a ring-in from Argentina). Beer favours craft brews like the Feral Brewing Company Hop Hog Pale Ale and a highly drinkable lager from Forrest Brewing Company. All the usual cocktail suspects are represented plus nine inventive creations. The simple combination of tequila, Aperol and mint makes Vote for Pedro a crowd pleaser while coffee, fernet, orgeat and sloe gin make the Branca 43 a more challenging (yet rewarding) proposition for discerning drinkers.

Read the Untold story of the Rooks Return.


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Details

Address
201 Brunswick St
Fitzroy
Melbourne
3065
Opening hours:
Mon-Fri 4pm-1am; Sat, Sun 1pm-1am
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