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Bar Holiday

19 Lincoln Square S, Carlton VIC 3053, Australia

Recommended by 17 people

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19 Lincoln Square S, Carlton VIC 3053, Australia

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+61 402 691 712
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 5:00 – 11:00 PM Wednesday: 5:00 – 11:00 PM Thursday: 5:00 – 11:00 PM Friday: 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM Saturday: 3:00 PM – 12:00 AM Sunday: 3:00 – 7:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Bar Holiday

Skip the Lygon Street rush—Bar Holiday perches opposite Lincoln Square for candlelit dates and proper aperitivo pours. Come 5 PM, regulars crowd the counter for golden hour, clinking chilled house reds and Grada coffee tonics over bowls of olives. Blackboard specials dictate dinner, sending out casarecce tossed with pork and fennel ragù alongside crispy eggplant chips. Inside, the room stays dim, chatter swells, and evening quietly slips away over espresso martinis.

  • Golden Hour Perks: Discounted drinks, chilled house reds, and Grada coffee tonics draw an early crowd between 5 and 6 PM.
  • Blackboard Pastas & Snacks: Rotating blackboard menus deliver hearty casarecce with pork and fennel ragù alongside ocean trout pasta and crisp bar snacks.
  • Candlelit Parkside Setting: A cozy, low-lit refuge in winter that opens up to breezy park views across Lincoln Square come summer.
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What's On at Bar Holiday

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Why Guests Choose Bar Holiday

Set against Lincoln Square, this intimate Carlton enoteca combines standout pasta, unhurried hospitality, and a coveted golden hour. Reserve your table for tonight.

  • Candlelit Garden Ambience

    Overlooking Lincoln Square, the dining room combines soft dim lighting and parkside views for an intimate retreat.

    dim lighting and views of the gardens

    Julia Ellul

  • Blackboard-Driven Italian Pastas

    The kitchen elevates wine bar dining with rotating pasta specials and rich ragùs chalked up daily on the blackboard.

    best dishes are on the blackboard

    Belle Teo

  • Early-Evening Golden Hour

    A designated 5 to 6 PM aperitivo window offers discounted house pours and bar bites before dinner crowds arrive.

    5 to 6 was their golden hour, and we still managed to order some drinks and snacks at a discounted price.

    Hye

  • Aperitivo Perks Worth Dropping In For

    Guests heading into the evening can settle in at the bar for value-focused aperitivo drinks and friendly service.

    The happy hour is well worth it!

    Natalia

  • Unhurried Group Gatherings

    Accommodating staff ensure friends and colleagues can celebrate or catch up at their own pace without dining time limits.

    we never felt pushed or rushed which made the whole night very comfortable.

    Natasha

  • Casual Catchups Over Shared Plates

    The versatile space easily transitions from intimate dates to relaxed table-sharing sessions with good wine and entrees.

    catching up with friends over a few plates

    Clare D

Guest favorites from the kitchen and bar at Bar Holiday

  • Pork and Fennel Ragù

    the pasta with pork ragu and fennel it was good. the fennel flavour comes through and it’s rich and hearty.

    Louise Chui

  • Golden Hour Service

    The happy hour is well worth it!

    Natalia

  • Crispy Eggplant Chips

    I really love the fried eggplant n it’s sooo good!! Lightly salty and crispy.

    Nabila Novenda

  • Espresso Martini

    As an espresso martini lover, these absolutely are up there with some of the best!

    Charlotte Hoy

Other favorites

Curated wines, house drinks, and savory bar snacks to round out your visit

  • Anchovy Toast

    Anchovy toast is a must

    Belle Teo

  • Chilled House Red Wine

    I really liked their chilled house red wine

    Hye

  • Grada Coffee Tonic

    the Grada coffee with spirits and tonic was also enjoyable

    Hye

  • Orange Wine

    We tried their orange wine and it was delectable.

    Scarlett

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Bar Holiday have a happy hour?

Yes, the venue offers a 'golden hour' from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM featuring drinks and snacks at discounted prices.

Should I make a reservation in advance?

While reservations are accepted, seating arrangements can vary; advance bookings may still be seated at the bar or near the entrance depending on capacity, and walk-ins frequently fill the venue quickly on busy evenings.

What kind of food is served?

The menu centers on sharing plates and bar snacks—such as eggplant chips, anchovy toast, and pickled vegetables—alongside blackboard pasta specials like pork and fennel ragu. It functions well both for drinks with bites or a casual dinner.

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