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St LuJa | Cocktail Bar with an Irish accent

9 Fitzroy St, St Kilda VIC 3182, Australia

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9 Fitzroy St, St Kilda VIC 3182, Australia

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HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: Closed Thursday: 4:00 – 11:00 PM Friday: 4:00 PM – 1:00 AM Saturday: 2:00 PM – 1:00 AM Sunday: 2:00 – 11:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About St LuJa | Cocktail Bar with an Irish accent

St LuJa pairs proper draft stout with sharp cocktail craft inside a moody, Art Deco lounge on Fitzroy Street. Behind the bar, clear ice arrives branded for bespoke spirit pours, while taps deliver pints of Guinness with an authentic touch of Irish DNA. Regulars flock to the first-Wednesday cocktail degustations—a multi-course collision of seasonal plates and custom drinks. The kitchen matches the energy, turning out tender braised beef platters and zoodles alongside a Sunday pie-and-pint special.

  • Bespoke Mixology: Custom drinks finished with branded clear ice and rare spirits alongside an Irish stout pour.
  • The Sunday Special: A $23 Sunday special pairing a hearty savory pie with a cold pint of Guinness.
  • Monthly Degustations: First-Wednesday events pairing multi-course plates with custom creations behind the bar.
  • Kitchen Offerings: Shareable platters featuring tender beef alongside dietary-friendly zoodles.
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Why Choose St LuJa

From bespoke cocktail tasting menus to dedicated Nebraska game days and authentic Irish stout, see what sets St LuJa apart in St Kilda.

  • Bespoke Cocktails & Art Deco Ambience

    Expert mixologists craft custom whiskey creations and rare spirit combinations matched to personal taste, served in a warm Art Deco lounge complete with an open fireplace.

    Charming, intimate art deco decor and the highest caliber cocktails, served by a knowledgeable, engaging team who are fun to talk to.

    Megan Schumann

  • Curated Monthly Cocktail Degustations

    On the first Wednesday of every month, Head Chef Allison curates paired dishes with custom cocktails from the bar team for an exclusive Melbourne dining experience.

    Head Chef Allison prepares delicious food paired with cocktails from the boys behind the bar for a once in a lifetime experience never to be had again.

    Amie Ruddle

  • The Southern Hemisphere's Nebraska Huskers Hub

    Recognized across the Southern Hemisphere as the premier gathering hub for Cornhuskers fans, complete with game screenings and genuine Midwestern hospitality.

    St. Luja is the greatest Nebraska Huskers bar in not just the continent of Australia, but all the southern hemisphere.

    Adam D

  • Dedicated American College Football Viewings

    Expats and sports enthusiasts assemble to catch American college football games over cold pints and shared bar snacks with a welcoming local crowd.

    Great place to grab a pint, eat some great food, and catch a husker game.

    jordan hurt

  • High-Value Sunday Pint & Pie Specials

    Guests enjoy exceptional recurring value through generous offerings like Sunday pint-and-pie pairings that deliver authentic local pub comfort.

    Tried their sunday special of a pint and a pie for $23 and oh my what great value.

    Steve Roy

  • Accessible Steak Nights & Value Dining

    Hearty weeknight meal options like the $20 steak night serve high-quality cuts alongside fries, salad, and house wine without compromising standard.

    Popped in for a quick dinner and discovered it was $20 steak night. It came with a 200g steak, salad, fries, and glass of house wine.

    Ally Ruiz Balcerzak

Signature drinks and staples celebrating Irish hospitality and craft mixology

  • Guinness

    also the best pint of Guinness I had in Australia!

    Darragh Stone

  • Cocktails

    Cocktails are amazing, food was great, and the small finishing touches with the ice cube branding was a great addition.

    Kerbray

  • Bar Burger

    One of the best burgers - just a great “bar burger” (can hold it perfectly in one hand) and salty fries.

    Adam D

  • Cocktail Degustations

    If you haven't been to one of their monthly cocktail degustations and you're a Melbourne foodie like most of us are get amongst it.

    Amie Ruddle

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitable touches and bespoke details that elevate your visit

  • Custom-Branded Ice Cubes

    Cocktails are served with custom ice cube branding, adding a refined, meticulous presentation to each drink.

  • Monthly Chef Cocktail Degustations

    Head Chef Allison curates monthly tasting menus on the first Wednesday of each month, perfectly matching food with bespoke cocktails crafted behind the bar.

  • Bespoke Off-Menu Mixology

    Bartenders craft off-menu drinks tailored specifically to personal spirit preferences, including inventive combinations like mezcal with whiskey.

  • Winter Fireplace Hospitality

    A real working fireplace keeps the intimate Art Deco lounge warm and comfortable during chilly Melbourne winter evenings.

Before you head over

Helpful planning advice on degustation bookings, weekly dining specials, and dietary options.

  • Book the Monthly Degustation

    Book ahead for the recurring cocktail degustation on the first Wednesday of each month, where multi-course dishes are paired with custom cocktails.

  • Catch the Sunday Pint & Pie Special

    Stop by on Sundays to catch the pint-and-pie deal, offering high-value stout and hearty food in an authentic local setting.

  • Dietary and Keto Accommodations

    Review dietary requirements with the staff in advance; the kitchen accommodates keto needs with items like the meat platter alongside regular food options.

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