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Shabooh Shoobah

59A Melville Rd, Brunswick West VIC 3055, Australia

Recommended by 63 people

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59A Melville Rd, Brunswick West VIC 3055, Australia

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+61 3 9917 2702
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 4:00 – 10:00 PM Thursday: 4:00 – 10:00 PM Friday: 4:00 – 11:00 PM Saturday: 4:00 – 11:00 PM Sunday: 4:00 – 8:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Shabooh Shoobah

Brunswick West has an unpretentious heavyweight in Shabooh Shoobah, spinning deep crates of vinyl alongside sharp drinks. Former regulars still trek across town to pull up a stool here. Needled wax sets the rhythm while the bar turns out Mexican Mules, cold beers, and housemade fig leaf spritzes. The room stays low-lit and relaxed. Bowls of complimentary pretzels land alongside plates of nduja soldiers, anchovies, and artichoke dip. Order a glass of wine, let the turntable spin through the evening, and settle in for another round.

  • All-Vinyl Soundtrack: Eclectic, curated vinyl records run across the turntable every night, shaping an intimate analog atmosphere.
  • Sharp Cocktails & Sodas: Creative pours span from Mexican Mules and classic Negronis to housemade fig leaf spritzes and natural wines.
  • Thoughtful Grazing Plates: Complimentary bar pretzels accompany savoury snacking plates like nduja soldiers, anchovies, and artichoke dip.
  • Neighbourhood Warmth: An understated, low-lit room where friendly hosts create a steady neighbourhood hangout.
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The Shabooh Shoobah Experience

Why locals and cocktail lovers make Shabooh Shoobah their go-to Brunswick West neighbourhood bar

  • Analog Vinyl Soundtrack

    Curated physical records play continuously, crafting an intimate analog soundscape that elevates the relaxed neighbourhood atmosphere.

    The real hidden treat is their endless selection of unique records which are played through each night.

    Kane Murtagh

  • Intimate, Unpretentious Atmosphere

    Warm lighting, comfortable seating, and an unhurried pace provide a cosy sanctuary for unwinding and conversation.

    Unpretentiously sophisticated, Shabooh Shoobah has an eclectic drinks menu and a divine seasonal tasting menu prepared by inhouse chef and co-owner.

    Jodie Schickerling

  • Complimentary Bar Snacks

    Every drink order comes paired with complimentary pretzels and nibbles, ensuring guests feel immediately welcomed and cared for.

    Also, free frickin pretzels?!?! Stop it right now. The Negroni and Blood orange Tom Collins = perfection.

    Yazz

  • Creative Grazing & Tapas

    The kitchen offers an inventive, vegetable-forward grazing menu and signature small plates that pair seamlessly with cocktails and wine.

    Inventive veg forward dishes, great drinks list - the second time was even better.

    M N

  • Beloved Neighbourhood Hangout

    Regular patrons embrace the bar as a reliable, welcoming weekly destination for unwinding close to home.

    An absolutely perfect neighbourhood wine bar. It is so good, in fact, that I continue to come by most every week despite having left the neighbourhood some several years ago.

    Kane Murtagh

  • Warm & Attentive Hospitality

    Attentive, hospitable hosts cultivate personal connections and a vibrant social spirit that makes guests feel genuinely at home.

    A fine selection of drinks, tasty snacks and the most welcoming atmosphere; the staff give a masterclass in hospitality.

    Cameron Williams

Inventive seasonal small plates and bites crafted to pair with evening drinks

  • Smoked Beetroot

    The Smoked Betroot a MUST

    Ramon Cerda

  • Duck Patè

    the duck patè was impeccable

    Emma Moss

  • N’duja Soldiers

    Tried the n’duja soldiers (love the sauce that comes with it! Like chimichurri 😋🥰)

    Gracia Wongsodirjo

  • Whole Artichoke + Dip

    Go for the whole artichoke + dip for a fun beer snack

    M N

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality touches and distinctive rituals that elevate an evening in Brunswick West

  • Complimentary Pretzels with Drinks

    Guests are routinely served complimentary bowls of pretzels alongside cocktail and drink orders to snack on.

  • Curated Analog Vinyl Spinning

    The bar sets an analog soundtrack using physical vinyl records that rotate throughout service rather than streaming algorithmic playlists.

  • Housemade Botanical Sodas

    For patrons seeking non-alcoholic options, the bar crafts proprietary botanical sodas in-house, such as their fig leaf spritz.

  • Warm Owner and Chef Hospitality

    Co-owners and chefs personally welcome regulars and patrons, offering thoughtful tasting menu guidance and dish recommendations.

Before you head over

Planning your evening at Brunswick West's cosy neighbourhood wine bar

  • Arrive between 4 PM and 6 PM

    Visit between 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM for a relaxed, unhurried drink and to secure a spot before the intimate room picks up.

  • Explore in-house zero-proof drinks

    Non-drinkers are well catered for with zero-alcohol options, including housemade craft sodas and a signature fig leaf spritz.

  • Enjoy complimentary snacks with your pours

    Every drink order comes with complimentary pretzels, but leave room to pair them with creative savoury plates like nduja soldiers or smoked beetroot.

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