Romeo Lane
Romeo Lane
4.5
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Neighbourhood: Central Business District
Full of discovery and delight, Melbourne’s laneways tease the imagination long after you’ve put your weary feet up to rest. They weave through the heart of the city: cafes, bars, restaurants and boutiques, throbbing with conversation and espresso coffee. You never quite know what you’ll find around the next corner: cobblestone alleys, old beer barrel hoists and even vats of simmering organic soup. There is the air of Berlin in the street art, a touch of Paris in the umbrella-shaded cafes and, reminiscent of Rome, eateries tucked away in the most unlikely of places. Perhaps you might want a break and cross the Yarra River to Southbank - walk along the promenade, bask in the sun at a waterside bar and decide whether to go to the nearby casino or book a ticket at the Melbourne theatre company.
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4.5
41 reviews
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Very good
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Average
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Peter S
Winston Hills, Australia113 contributions
Mar 2020
a wonderful venue especially late in the evening for a quiet drink. The service is excellent but unobtrusive
Written 14 July 2020
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Brooksy
Melbourne, Australia45 contributions
Jan 2019 • Friends
Great place to catch up with a friend over a glass of wine. Definitely not a place for groups. Small but interesting wine list. Staff friendly & helpful.
Written 10 January 2019
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Emily P
West Wyalong, Australia26 contributions
Aug 2015 • Couples
Absolutely divine little bar - if you didn't know about it, you'd walk straight past. We had a dinner reservation down the road and as the table wasn't ready, they recommended this bar. Couldn't speak highly enough of the staff, and the gorgeous cocktails on offer. I wish I could remember the names - I think I had a First Feather which was a version of a champagne cocktail (maybe I had 2...). Just delicious. They accommodated our group of 6 without any drama, even though there is barely room to swing a cat. We moved out to the tiny courtyard and even though we were cramped, we loved every minute of it. The staff were attentive and it felt like we were at someone's secret very exclusive party.
Written 25 August 2015
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kingcalo
Adelaide, Australia255 contributions
June 2019 • Couples
The host was friendly enough and helped us order, the cocktails were pricey but i guess that's to be expected. I can;t put my finger on it but it seemed to lack something. I'd be happy to give it another chance though.
Written 5 June 2019
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Andyluv80
Melbourne, Australia7 contributions
Oct 2018 • Business
When arriving at the Bar I have asked that a table of 10 people table can be accommodated and my request was accepted when I first come in. In that acceptance, We were expecting to have a nice night in trying this supposed good bar and we even bought only 4 great range of cocktails.
When our group arrived in full of 10; we have been asked to leave because they couldn’t accommodate such a large group for the service we required and we haven’t not even drink or making excessive noises that much as not everyone were not even served!
However, the bar staff had another 2 big group waiting outside.
So, 1 + 1, it is very rude and un-professional to ask a big group who was equally ready to spend and try all the good things that the 2 other group would have spent less or maybe equally.
Unfortunately, this bar has lost us, our friends and future business that I am not ready to advise you for.
When our group arrived in full of 10; we have been asked to leave because they couldn’t accommodate such a large group for the service we required and we haven’t not even drink or making excessive noises that much as not everyone were not even served!
However, the bar staff had another 2 big group waiting outside.
So, 1 + 1, it is very rude and un-professional to ask a big group who was equally ready to spend and try all the good things that the 2 other group would have spent less or maybe equally.
Unfortunately, this bar has lost us, our friends and future business that I am not ready to advise you for.
Written 12 October 2018
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Boswella
Williamstown, Australia149 contributions
Feb 2019 • Couples
I had been wanting to go here for some time - it has been called a hidden gem and we enjoy small 'secret' venues. From the second we walked in, the judgement was flying. The server said sit anywhere - when we did, we were told we would have to move if 4 people came in, as it was a 4 person table. There were a total of 5 people in the place - including us. And sure, we'd move, but there were 38 other seats available before the place filled up? I ordered and my pronunciation was corrected, thank you but no, I'm not Australian, we say things differently around the world - you knew exactly what I ordered. Than he filled my husbands water glass - I moved mine over for a top up and he looked at me like it's not empty what do you want? So he gave me a splash - look your pouring already, just fill the thing. I must tell you it was so odd - the whole experience. I'm not a complainer -usually just won't review - but there was NO ONE in the place - how hard is it to be welcoming? Just bizarre, won't be returning as Melbourne has so much to offer elsewhere.
Written 17 February 2019
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Flavietta
Brisbane, Australia988 contributions
Aug 2018 • Friends
Having been to Romeo Lane numerous times and raving about the fantastic young lady (from Qld) who always remembers us - tonight we took our visiting nephew there.
“Our table”, just inside the door to the left was vacant - it seats 4, there were 3 of us- it was not marked reserved. Great!
We were intercepted by a man who advised that we’d have to sit at the communal table- three in a row.
It’s an awkward way to sit, you can’t talk.
Why?
Because the owner might come in tonight. Owner trumps everyone else.
Might... come in.
I suggested that most business owners would prefer their paying customers were accommodated first.
He didn’t care. He walked away.
We left.
We spent over $500 elsewhere.
I can’t help wondering if the owner really was “maybe” going in and if the owner would rather that we’d have spent our money there.
Oh well, a very unpleasant experience and so disappointing.
“Our table”, just inside the door to the left was vacant - it seats 4, there were 3 of us- it was not marked reserved. Great!
We were intercepted by a man who advised that we’d have to sit at the communal table- three in a row.
It’s an awkward way to sit, you can’t talk.
Why?
Because the owner might come in tonight. Owner trumps everyone else.
Might... come in.
I suggested that most business owners would prefer their paying customers were accommodated first.
He didn’t care. He walked away.
We left.
We spent over $500 elsewhere.
I can’t help wondering if the owner really was “maybe” going in and if the owner would rather that we’d have spent our money there.
Oh well, a very unpleasant experience and so disappointing.
Written 15 February 2019
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chappo911911
Gold Coast, Australia5 contributions
Feb 2019 • Couples
Called in from trip advisor as it had pretty good reviews for me was a little bit wierd as $22 for a tiny cocktail was pretty crazy I wasn’t that impressed too be honest one drink and was out of there for the owners good luck.
Written 8 February 2019
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lkamphuis
Gold Coast, Australia1,450 contributions
Nov 2018 • Friends
Away for a girls weekend and we wanted to find some great little hidden gems !
Romeo lane fit the bill beautifully!
Only small but that makes for a cosy homely feel that we loved on a cold and miserable Melbourne day!
The addition of an open fire in the corner added to our enjoyment !
Our waitress was lovely - warm and friendly and helpful when we ordered our drinks !
I will definitely be dropping in here again !
Romeo lane fit the bill beautifully!
Only small but that makes for a cosy homely feel that we loved on a cold and miserable Melbourne day!
The addition of an open fire in the corner added to our enjoyment !
Our waitress was lovely - warm and friendly and helpful when we ordered our drinks !
I will definitely be dropping in here again !
Written 23 November 2018
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Phil G
Melbourne, Australia63 contributions
Aug 2018 • Couples
Found this delightful and laid back cocktail bar for a weekend drink. We popped in around 6:00pm on a Saturday and was able to find a table in this small & cozy venue. Lovely open fire, super friendly and attentive staff and awesome cocktails. We started off with a couple of their signature cocktails from their menu which were superb and like nothing we had ever tasted. Second round we tried a margarita (they will make anything you want!) - one of the best ever. Not inexpensive but you certainly get value for money!!
Written 15 August 2018
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