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Little Drop of Poison

937B Main Rd, Eltham VIC 3095, Australia

Recommended by 72 people

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937B Main Rd, Eltham VIC 3095, Australia

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+61 415 312 162
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM Thursday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Friday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Saturday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Little Drop of Poison

Tucked down a suburban laneway, this diminutive bar brings inner-Melbourne cocktail craft and Spanish picoteo straight to Eltham. Seats fill up fast—booking ahead is practically mandatory. Stool-dwellers look on as the team shakes spicy margaritas and sears tapas right over the bar counter. Plates arrive in steady waves: tuna tostadas with house-made salsas, chorizo tacos, and crisp fried artichokes. Regulars round out the evening with lo-fi natural wines, local craft pours, and a slice of pistachio cheesecake.

  • Open-Bar Preparation: Chefs and bartenders mix cocktails and cook plates right behind the counter in full view of counter seats.
  • Intimate Laneway Footprint: An intimate alleyway setting with strictly limited seating where reserving ahead is crucial.
  • Tapas & Tailored Drinks: Scratch-made tapas like chorizo tacos, tuna tostadas, and fried artichokes served alongside craft pours and natural wine.
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Why Visit Little Drop of Poison

Why locals choose Little Drop of Poison for city-grade dining, intimate drinks, and laneway atmosphere

  • City-Caliber Tapas Without the Commute

    Diners access high-caliber Spanish and Latin American tapas paired with bespoke cocktails right in Eltham without travelling into Melbourne's inner suburbs.

    As a local of the area I am both proud and delighted I no longer need to travel to the city to find great tapas.

    JoJo Foo

  • Refined Culinary and Cocktail Craftsmanship

    The kitchen and bar deliver thoughtful share plates like tuna tostada, meatballs, and crafted drinks that exceed conventional fine dining standards in a casual setting.

    Some of the finest food and cocktails I’ve had in a long time. I dine at high-end restaurants regularly, and this experience surpassed many fine dining venues—all within a relaxed, casual suburban bar setting

    Monali Umrigar

  • Front-Row Countertop Preparation

    Guests experience the energy and intimacy of watching their tapas dishes and artisanal drinks prepared right behind the counter in plain view.

    Excellent selection of tapas and cocktails, that they cook and whisk up behind the bar, absolutely love!

    Dee Karmakar

  • Curated Rotations and Personal Bartending

    A dynamic rotating craft tap and curated wine program pair with pintxos in an authentic, personal neighborhood bar atmosphere.

    Geo serves up some absolutely delicious pintxos and tapas and has a fantastic selection of beers (rotating tap) and wines. I love how quaint and personal this place is.

    Christopher Rice

  • An Intimate Haven for Couples

    The snug, cozy laneway space creates an ideal environment for couples celebrating milestones or sharing a relaxed evening together.

    My favourite restaurant in Melbourne, it's been the constant with my girlfriend throughout our relationship. Cocktails are amazing and food is next level

    Ronnie Oliver

  • Vibrant Setting for Small Gatherings

    Tucked into an Eltham laneway with limited capacity, the venue provides a warm, convivial room that brings small groups and friends together over shared plates.

    Gorgeous place to share drinks and meals. Small and cosy so booking is essential.

    Roxy M

Signature Spanish & Latin American Tapas

  • Tuna Tostada

    The crispy fried artichokes and tuna tostada were amazing.

    Caterina De Maria

  • Paella

    delicious tapas dishes like the prawn rolls and paella will have you coming back again.

    JoJo Foo

  • Croqueta

    Favourite must have is definitely the croqueta, they’re beyond amazing 🤩

    Denni Egan

  • Chorizo Taco

    The chorizo taco was so good we ordered it again!!!

    Konnie

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful touches and bespoke hospitality that elevate an intimate tapas night

  • Bar-Front Cooking & Mixing

    Watch the team whisk up cocktails and cook dishes directly behind the bar counter right before your eyes.

  • Custom Off-Menu Mixology

    Bartenders craft bespoke off-menu drinks on the spot, tailoring custom cocktail creations to your taste.

  • House-Made Proprietary Sauces

    All tapas sauces are crafted in-house, pairing unique flavour profiles with dishes like fried artichokes and tuna tostadas.

  • Rotating Regional Beer Taps

    A rotating craft beer tap highlights local regional brews, including selections from neighbouring Warrandyte.

Before you head over

Practical advice on booking, seating, and ordering to make the most of your visit

  • Book in advance

    With very limited seating across a tiny laneway space, walk-ins are routinely turned away even on weeknights. Reserve your table well ahead of time.

  • Sit at the bar for the full experience

    Sit directly at the bar counter to watch dishes prepared and cocktails shaken right in front of you while enjoying the most attentive service.

  • Order early to avoid sold-out dishes

    Due to small-batch preparation in a compact space, popular menu items such as paella can run out during evening services, so place food orders promptly.

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