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Commis

56-58 Johnston St, Collingwood VIC 3066, Australia

Recommended by 56 people

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56-58 Johnston St, Collingwood VIC 3066, Australia

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+61 415 353 781
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 5:00 – 11:00 PM Wednesday: 5:00 – 11:00 PM Thursday: 5:00 – 11:00 PM Friday: 5:00 – 11:00 PM Saturday: 5:00 – 11:00 PM Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Commis

Johnston Street brings noise, but Commis cuts right through it—a dark, broody hideaway where vinyl spins and table acoustics stay clear. Regulars trust the bar team to mix off-menu cocktails on the fly, paired with bowls of complimentary chicken salt popcorn. Dinner revolves around shared plates of fresh seafood, pasta, and crusty bread with generous butter, plus a Wednesday steak night served with roast potatoes and carrots. Late into the evening, the hospo crowd settles in over rum babka and apricot brandy.

  • Intimate Listening Room Vibe: A low-lit dining room with vinyl records and acoustics tuned for close conversation without shouting.
  • Custom Cocktails: Bartenders mix tailored off-menu drinks to guest preferences alongside classic dry martinis and curated wines.
  • Midweek Steak Night: Wednesdays feature steak plated with roast potatoes and carrots, accompanied by complimentary chicken salt popcorn.
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Why Commis Stands Out on Johnston Street

A brooding European-style haven where tailored cocktails, refined share plates, and effortless conversation set the stage—reserve your table tonight.

  • Moody, Brooding Atmosphere

    Low-lit interiors and vinyl rhythms create an intimate, European-style hideaway sheltered from the bustle of Johnston Street.

    dark, broody and cosy

    Adam Sam

  • Bespoke Cocktail Craft

    Bartenders craft off-menu cocktails on the spot according to guest preferences rather than relying solely on pre-batched formulas.

    simply ask them to design one that suits your favourites

    JoJo Foo

  • Elevated Midweek Steak Night

    Commis pairs its Wednesday steak special with house-roasted potatoes and carrots instead of typical pub fries and greens.

    more like a refined home-cooked meal rather than your standard steak, chips and salad deal

    Christopher Wu

  • Complimentary Seasoned Popcorn

    Every drink or dinner service begins with a complimentary bowl of savoury chicken salt popcorn delivered to the table.

    you get a little bowl of popcorn with your drink

    Alan Corkery

  • Acoustic Sound Bubble for Intimate Catch-Ups

    Engineered acoustics preserve clear conversational clarity even when the dining room and bar are bustling.

    our own little sound bubble, making it a great place to catch up with a friend without having to shout over background noise

    Clare D

  • Communal Share Plates

    The small-plates format encourages groups to explore diverse dishes together without rigid dining formats.

    Go with a few friends and try everything on the menu!

    Maddy Roberts

House rituals, standout plates, and signature pours celebrated by Collingwood regulars.

  • Wednesday Steak Night

    Steak night was a pleasure recently (Wednesday nights) with the staff delivering a quality product.

    Lukey Leonardo

  • Bespoke Cocktails

    Great cocktails on menu or simply ask them to design one that suits your favourites, the team does not shy away from a challenge.

    JoJo Foo

  • Complimentary Popcorn

    Once seated, we were served a little bowl of popcorn on the house to snack on while browsing the menu—a cute touch!

    Clare D

  • Rum Babka

    Not to mention the babka with rum!

    Olimpia

Other favorites

Secondary bites, after-dinner pours, and insider offerings that round out the Commis experience.

  • Bread with Sexy Butter

    bread with sexy butter (and yes, the butter really lived up to its name)

    Clare D

  • Apricot Brandy

    the apricot brandy to wash it down

    Chris Wilson

  • Chicken Soup Croquettes

    The chicken soup croquettes are a must have

    Dylan Blackwell

  • Staff Meal

    the staff meal is often an absolute steal when available.

    JoJo Foo

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality gestures that elevate an evening at Commis

  • House Chicken Salt Popcorn

    Guests settling into the bar or table are greeted with a complimentary bowl of savoury chicken salt popcorn to nibble on while perusing the menu.

  • Tailored Off-Menu Cocktails

    Rather than sticking strictly to the printed list, bartenders readily invent off-menu cocktails on the spot tailored to your preferred flavour profile.

  • Attentive Reservation Notes

    The floor team pays close attention to reservation details, happily going out of their way to accommodate bespoke dessert and celebration requests noted in advance.

  • The Hospo 'Staff Meal'

    Borrowing from back-of-house tradition, the kitchen periodically makes a wallet-friendly 'staff meal' dish available to guests alongside the concise regular menu.

Before you head over

Essential advice for planning your visit. Book your table in advance to secure your spot in this intimate Collingwood haven.

  • Plan Ahead for Parking

    Johnston Street parking can be tight during peak hours, so consider securing a space on a neighbouring side street or booking nearby parking ahead of time.

  • Book Early for Full Menu Access

    The kitchen's curated menu moves fast, and popular seafood dishes can sell out by 8pm—reserve an earlier dinner sitting to ensure full menu access.

  • Request Off-Menu Cocktails & Note Dietaries

    Note any dietary requirements in your reservation details, and don't hesitate to ask the bar team to craft a bespoke cocktail tailored to your palate.

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