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𝑳𝒐𝒔𝒕 𝑩𝒂𝒓

220 Little Bourke St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

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220 Little Bourke St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

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+61 490 429 452
HoursMonday: 5:00β€―PM – 1:00β€―AM Tuesday: 5:00β€―PM – 1:00β€―AM Wednesday: 5:00β€―PM – 1:00β€―AM Thursday: 5:00β€―PM – 3:00β€―AM Friday: 5:00β€―PM – 3:00β€―AM Saturday: 5:00β€―PM – 3:00β€―AM Sunday: 5:00β€―PM – 1:00β€―AM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About 𝑳𝒐𝒔𝒕 𝑩𝒂𝒓

Tucked into Little Bourke Street, Lost Bar pairs Japanese-inspired craft cocktails with late-night izakaya bites across two contrasting, mood-lit levels. Downstairs pulses with DJs and a glowing back bar; upstairs settles into an understated whisky lounge with private rooms. Regulars point to kitchen plates like tender wagyu beef and hot yaki udon between drinksβ€”specifically savory concoctions infused with butter, miso, and bourbon or refreshing pours like the Under Lychee. The room stays dark, stylish, and built for lingering over one last dram.

  • Japanese-Inspired Cocktails: Creative builds featuring delicate foams and culinary infusions like butter and miso bourbon alongside signature lychee drinks.
  • Split-Level Energy: A dark, high-energy ground level with DJs sets against a quieter, refined upstairs whisky lounge.
  • Izakaya Plates: Savory bar fare including tender wagyu beef cubes and generous plates of yaki udon.
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Why Choose Lost Bar

Discover inventive Japanese-inspired mixology, Japanese hot dishes, and contrasting split-level vibes in Chinatown.

  • Inventive Asian-Inspired Craft Cocktails

    Bartenders craft Asian-inspired recipes and complex infusions like butter/miso bourbon alongside balanced signature cocktails like Under Lychee and Sticky Khao.

    The cocktail menu is super creativeβ€”loved the Japanese-inspired flavours and unique presentations (the leaf garnish and foamy tops were a nice touch).

    Sylvia Liu

  • Moody Melbourne Hidden-Bar Atmosphere

    The venue pairs warm, dim lighting and curated music with an intimate setting where guests naturally linger over drinks.

    Lost Bar nails the classic Melbourne hidden-bar vibe β€” cosy atmosphere, great music, top-notch drinks and genuinely friendly staff.

    Felix Wang

  • Contrasting Split-Level Settings

    The split-level layout allows guests to pick between high-energy DJ music downstairs and a more refined, classic cocktail setting upstairs.

    Upstairs has a more classic cocktail bar feeling, while downstairs feels darker and more modern. I really like that contrast.

    Alaine Durtschi

  • Upstairs Lounge and Private Rooms

    Upstairs accommodates intimate groups and gatherings with dedicated private spaces and curated scotch selections.

    If you are into it, upstairs has karaoke and private rooms. We did enjoy a lovely higher end scotch as a finisher from their good selection.

    Cheree Woodbridge

  • Savory Japanese Hot Dishes

    A savory kitchen menu provides warm pairings such as tender wagyu beef cubes, wagyu dumplings, and generous bowls of yaki udon.

    The wagyu beef cubes were melt-in-your-mouth tender, and the udon came in a very generous portion.

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  • Knowledgeable Table and Bar Service

    Guests receive attentive, tailored drink recommendations and welcoming guidance from knowledgeable bartenders and mixologists.

    The bartenders clearly know what they’re doing and are super friendly, always happy to recommend something based on your taste.

    Yeonjae Jeon

Signature cocktails and Japanese-inspired bar bites most loved by guests

  • Wagyu Beef

    The food was delicious, and the wagyu beef was exceptionally tender and full of flavor.

    Jason

  • Under Lychee

    The signature cocktail, Under Lychee, was absolutely delicious and one of the highlights of the night.

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  • Yaki Udon

    We also tried a few bites like the yaki udon and small platesβ€”simple but tasty, perfect to pair with drinks.

    Sylvia Liu

  • Midnight Cookie

    The Midnight Cookie cocktail was a pleasant surprise β€” smooth, creative, and easy to drink.

    Jason

Before you head over

Practical advice on levels, sound, and dining for your visit to Lost Bar

  • Head Upstairs for Quieter Conversation

    The downstairs area features loud music and DJ sets that can make conversation difficult. If you want a quieter, classic cocktail setting or an intimate chat, head to the upstairs lounge or inquire about private rooms.

  • Expect a Paced Drink Service

    The inventive, complex cocktails are prepared with intricate presentations and garnishes, meaning drinks can take time to arrive. Order drinks promptly if you are on a schedule.

  • Pair Cocktails with Savory Dishes

    The kitchen serves hot Japanese-style dishes such as wagyu beef, udon, and dumplings alongside the drink list, making it easy to pair savory food with your cocktails rather than having dinner elsewhere first.

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