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Left Bank Melbourne Restaurant & Cocktail Bar

Riverside of, 1 Southbank Blvd, Southbank VIC 3006, Australia

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Find Left Bank Melbourne Restaurant & Cocktail Bar

Riverside of, 1 Southbank Blvd, Southbank VIC 3006, Australia

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HoursMonday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 AM Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 AM Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 AM Thursday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 AM Friday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 AM Saturday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 AM Sunday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 AM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Left Bank Melbourne Restaurant & Cocktail Bar

Prime Yarra-side turf where Southbank’s promenade hum turns up the tempo. Tables catch open views across the river and the city skyline—ideal for sliding into golden hour. Afternoon crowds zero in on the weekday happy hour, when drink and food prices drop by half between 3 and 6 PM. Inside, DJs soundtrack the room, whether you are claiming a booth for birthday celebrations or grazing across shared plates on the deck. The kitchen keeps pace with tapas boards, lamb pizza, and bottomless brunch spreads with free-flowing drinks. Orders tap straight through your phone via table QR codes, leaving you with a cold beer and a whiskey sour while the water reflects the city lights.

  • Unrivaled Yarra Views: Direct sights across the Yarra River and Melbourne skyline, whether seated inside or outside on the deck.
  • Half-Price Weekday Happy Hour: A 50% discount on food and drinks during weekday afternoons between 3 and 6 PM.
  • Bottomless Brunch & Lunch: Set sharing plates paired with free-flowing drinks, popular for birthdays and weekend celebrations.
  • Riverside Energy & DJ Sets: Live DJs set the tone across casual deck spaces and curtained booths for dining and celebrations.
  • Direct QR Code Ordering: Order food and rounds of drinks directly from the table using quick digital QR codes.

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Key Advantages of Left Bank Melbourne

Why diners and celebration hosts choose Left Bank Melbourne for group events, bottomless packages, and riverfront dining.

  • Substantial Half-Price Weekday Specials

    Guests looking for after-work drinks or early casual dinners benefit from a weekday happy hour offering 50% off drinks and dishes along the Yarra riverfront.

    Happy hours 50% off food and drink is a spectacular discount.

    Rick Brown
  • Efficient QR Code Ordering & Fast Turnaround

    Digital ordering from table QR codes and rapid kitchen turnaround ensure meals arrive promptly ahead of evening plans and shows.

    The food was very quick and fresh with good flavor and garnish.

    Bronwyn Henderson
  • Stress-Free Celebratory Hosting

    Event organizers celebrate milestone occasions like baby showers and birthdays with confidence thanks to attentive table staff who keep drinks and dishes flowing seamlessly.

    The drinks kept coming and the food was so good. Would definitely come back and highly recommend

    Shani V
  • Personalized Group Care & Reassurance

    Dedicated service staff manage cake drop-offs, event timing, and continuous table support so party hosts feel reassured and can relax with their guests.

    Thank you for making our celebration so memorable!

    Elif Yıldız
  • Generous Bottomless Brunch & Lunch Packages

    Parties, hens events, and large gatherings thrive on all-inclusive bottomless packages serving sharing courses alongside free-flowing drinks.

    I organised a hens bottomless lunch and I was so impressed with the food and the unlimited drinks were amazing!

    Jennifer Seychell
  • Crowd-Pleasing Group Ambience

    Milestone group bookings enjoy generous shared platters, attentive floor management, and an impressive setting tailored for large party gatherings.

    A place to impress for sure!

    Brent Ponsold

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality touches and distinctive experiences that elevate celebrations and dining along Southbank.

  • Advance Cake Drop-Off and Service

    Guests can bring in celebration cakes in advance, with staff storing and bringing them out seamlessly for birthday events.

  • Dedicated Bottomless Drink Hosts

    Bottomless dining sessions feature proactive table hosts who explain package guidelines and keep drink refills flowing continuously.

  • Take-Home Pasta Masterclasses

    Hands-on masterclass sessions include fresh pasta making and send guests home with house-made gnocchi and packaged sauce.

  • Live Resident DJ Sets

    Outdoor and riverside dining sections feature live resident DJ sets that provide upbeat musical backdrops for dining and celebrations.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you order and pay at your table?

Orders and upfront payments are placed directly from your table using a QR code system, though you can also order and pay directly at the bar.

Does Left Bank offer a happy hour?

Left Bank runs a popular weekday happy hour from Monday to Friday during the late afternoon, featuring half-price drinks and food specials.

What is included in the bottomless brunch?

Yes, the venue offers bottomless brunch and lunch packages that feature flowing drinks alongside set sharing dishes.

Can you reserve a table in advance?

Advance online bookings are accepted and can be reserved ahead of time, which is particularly helpful for busy periods, bottomless sessions, and large celebratory groups.

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