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StoryVille, Melbourne, AU-VIC

StoryVille

4.4
4.4
414 Reviews
$40 and under
Cocktail Bar
185 Lonsdale St, Melbourne, AU-VIC 3000

About this restaurant

  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
Once upon a time there was a cocktail bar and nightclub in the heart of Melbourne’s CBD called ‘StoryVille’… Styled around childhood fables that we know and love, this fairy tale themed venue offers a truly unique and whimsical experience for those who dare to roam throughout its rooms.

During the week, the Mushroom Palace Cocktail bar, with glowing toadstools sprouting from the walls and chilled out atmosphere, makes an ideal drop in for after work drinks. Take the edge off with one of our signature cocktails, or simply relax with an ice cold beer or glass of Pinot Gris.

From the moment you step through the door into this noir fantasy you’ll discover a world of nostalgia and wonder, where anything is possible.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Cocktail Bar, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Sun 5:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Neighborhood
    Melbourne CBD
  • Cross street
    Waratah Place
  • Parking details
    There is plenty of parking across the road at the QV building
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wine

What 414 people are saying

StoryVille reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 3.5Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.1Value

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414 Reviews
  1. Sarah

    Adelaide1 review

    5.0

    Dined on September 10, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing drinks and even more amazing service! The venue is so whimsical and unique!

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  2. Linda

    Tasmania2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on September 7, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    The music was too loud to allow for conversation, but the cocktails were delicious and the setting is something else.

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  3. Jenny

    Victoria1 review

    5.0

    Dined on September 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best place to go for cocktails, delicious and entertaining!

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  4. Bekah

    New York City15 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on September 7, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    This is a novelty bar with some fun takes on fairytale stories. The drinks are presented in different vessels relevant to their story, like Aladdin’s genie lamp, the secret garden flower pot, Harry Potter’s golden snitch. While a cool bar, the money clearly went into the 1st level to create an amazing experience but the 2nd level felt unfinished and didn’t have a clear identity with books and snowy windows and a less than average bathroom. Level 1 transported you to Alice’s wonderland, complete with oversized mushrooms, a rose garden and a magic mirror bathroom. Somewhat expensive drinks but you pay for the experience. Only popcorn available to eat.

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  5. Genelle

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined on September 6, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What an awesome experience. Celebrated for our girls 40th, and they were so accommodating. Made it a real blast. Entertaining cocktails. Will be back.

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  6. Andrea

    Melbourne4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on August 31, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful time atmosphere was great it made my son's birthday extra special :)

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  7. Christie

    Melbourne3 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on August 24, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Cocktails were beautifully presented but unfortunately fell short on taste. The atmosphere was nice but small, the staff were lovely but didn’t understand the point of booking a table when it’s not table service. No food available and but you could order Uber eats and eat in. Probably not my scene.

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  8. Dang Quang

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined on August 9, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The venue looks phenomenal and so beautiful Drinks were absolutely delicious Only problem is that no other option for snacks but popcorn.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined on July 20, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very helpful and loved the music style - staff were most attentive

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Tropical QLD1 review

    5.0

    Dined on July 19, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good, lovely service and wonderful variety of cocktails

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StoryVille is rated 4.4 stars by 414 OpenTable diners.

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185 Lonsdale St, Melbourne, AU-VIC 3000

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Waratah Place
  • Neighborhood
    Melbourne CBD
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Sun 5:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Price
    $40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Cocktail Bar, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    There is plenty of parking across the road at the QV building
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wine
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