Manchuria

Used to love coming here but I’ve noticed that during the recent few visits the experience and overall quality have declined a fair bit. First of all, to be charging $38 for a zombie cocktail, it NEEDS to be in a tiki cup. I remember asking why it wasn’t in one last time and the bartender said it’s because customers always steal them. I was like, what? One tiki cup costs like $15? Even if people do steal them, you should still be able to replace them. Secondly, the other cocktails around the $22-24 mark are presented very plainly without much garnish or other ingredients. It is still a nice cocktail lounge for people to come and relax before or after dinner in Chinatown and also suitable for date nights, but probably not the best choice in terms of value.

One of my favourite bars in Melbourne. Everything about this place is just cool. The vibes, the jams, the lighting and atmosphere. I actually even held my birthday party here and everyone had the best time. Definitely a go-to place after a nice dinner out in the city to unwind, relax and get a good drink.

Before anyone here starts jumping into conclusion and reading the negative feedbacks, here is a positive one. If I am paying $38 for a zombie drink, I can justify and say that is it worth every dollar! Why? well given that it has about 10 shots of premium liquor in it! (Ask the staff, they will break it down for you too) Its a little disappointing that some don't agree, I guess their taste buds are just use to sleeping on the bottom-shelf drinks. The team at Manchuria knows exactly what they are doing and they are connoisseurs on alcohol beverages, delivering top-notch cocktails. If anyone is questioning the price on their drinks, then maybe take your second class self elsewhere, because this place is for first classes. 10/10 would recommend!

Great Atmosphere of what is a hidden gem. Was recommended this place by a friend and it did not disappoint. Its up a completely blacked out staircase however once you get in the atmosphere is great and so is the drink selection. A great place to book or try to walk in as its not very obvious from the street.