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Venture into the timeless realm of The Gin Palace, which has been stirring things up 363 days a year for a delectable 26 years. We don't just do drinks; we welcome you into an unforgettable experience. 

 

Back in 1870, the original Melbourne Gin Palace faced closure, labelled  "Filthy and disgusting" by a Magistrate. Fast forward to 1997, founder Vernon Chalker decided to resurrect the joint, and restore Gin’s rightful place as the supreme spirit.  A rebirth celebrated with Martinis and Champagne flowing like a heady river of debauchery every night of the week.

 

Our gin selection? A carefully considered mix of burgeoning and leading gins from every fissure of the world, and the largest in the Southern Hemisphere – 330 and counting. Dive into the menu at your own pace, or tap into the brains of our staff—some of whom are here for their dazzling looks, others for their expertise, and perhaps a few for both.

 

Our cocktails? They're wet adventures guided by rare and seasonal ingredients. We sling together fresh produce, exotic (and almost extinct) botanicals, and some words you'd need a dictionary to understand. Our Gin & Tonic game is prime, with capacious goblets, ripe fruits, and tonics handpicked to compliment. Feeling extra adventurous? Challenge our expert staff to whip up a version just for you.

 

While Gin will always take centre stage there’s one more prestigious forte… World-famous toasted chicken sandwiches that profited us a spot among Melbourne's 50 best restaurants last century. They perfectly pair with a martini – your way - and are available until close each night. 

 

Embark on a buoyant & indecorous voyage through the ages at Gin Palace, where impeccable service, world class liquor and comfort meet in perfect euphony.