Restaurant
The Florence
Level 1/133 Flinders Ln, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
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Level 1/133 Flinders Ln, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
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Perched up a Flinders Lane stairwell, this moody wine bar sets an effortless, late-night scene with window seats and cinematic lighting. Patrons stop in for one drink and linger for hours over cocktails cooled by custom stamped ice blocks. The kitchen turns out plates calibrated for sharing—from oysters topped with Negroni granita and scallop crudo in the half shell to beef croquettes and creamy stracciatella.
- First-floor hideaway: Dimly lit first-floor perch featuring plush booths and window tables overlooking Flinders Lane.
- Cocktail-friendly bites: Small-plate menu highlighting oysters dressed in Negroni granita, scallop crudo, and fried croquettes.
What's On at The Florence
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
No events or specials listed right now.
Why Choose The Florence
Discover why guests choose this secluded Flinders Lane wine bar for romantic date nights, pre-show aperitifs, and lingering evenings.
Cinematic Upstairs Atmosphere
Ascending to the first floor reveals a dark, cinematic space overlooking Flinders Lane with thoughtfully balanced lighting that sets the tone for an intimate evening.
Feels luxurious, artistic, dark, and moody. Even the toilet feels like something you'd see in a movie scene.
Ernesto Humperdinck Signature Small Plates and Craft Cocktails
Curated small bites and bespoke drinks—like freshly shucked oysters topped with Negroni granita and stamped ice cubes—create an elevated dining occasion.
The oysters arrived wearing a delicate Negroni granita crown, followed by the scallop crudo with caviar served in their shells that were almost too pretty to eat
Steve Roy Intimate Date-Night Ambience
The secluded, dimly lit setting provides a romantic, transportive hideaway perfect for special celebrations and couples.
We had a lovely window seat and it oozed mood to make a special date night
Frantastic Foodie Finds Warm, Unrushed Hospitality
Attentive yet relaxed hospitality allows drop-ins and planned celebrations to flow seamlessly into lingering, multi-hour experiences.
One of those places you intend to stop into for one drink and somehow stay all night.
Aimee-Rose Duffy Seamless Pre-Event Drop-Ins
An approachable menu of cocktail flights and shareable plates makes the upstairs lounge ideal for a relaxed start before heading into the city.
Perfect for our pre-event drinks and snacks.
Jules Window-Side Flinders Lane Perch
Window-side seating facing Flinders Lane paired with evening happy hour spritzes and nibbles offers an effortless spot for early evening visits.
Get a spot by the window and just enjoy the New York mood. Came for a couple of drinks and nibbles and it did not disappoint.
Sabrina Potter
Most popular items
Signature small bites and standout cocktails favored by guests
Croquettes
standout dishes were the chargrilled peppers and the croquettes!
Vicki Wilce Stracciatella
the stracciatella was INSANE. Easily one of the highlights.
George Slavchev Pepperoncini Martini
The Pepperoncini Martini was delicious, and the stracciatella was INSANE.
George Slavchev Oysters with Negroni Granita
The oysters arrived wearing a delicate Negroni granita crown
Steve Roy
Other favorites
Complementary sips and bar snacks to round out your visit
St Basil
Highly recommend the st basil and pepperoncini martini.
WILL Negroni
working through the negroni menu has become a new goal for me!
Vicki Wilce Fried Olives
Got the fried olives, croquettes and the stracciatella. Yum yum yum.
Sabrina Potter Elderflower Spritz
Got the elderflower spritz which was part of the happy hour and really enjoyed it.
Sabrina Potter
Beyond the menu
Distinctive hospitality touches and thoughtful service details that elevate an evening at The Florence.
Custom Stamped Cocktail Ice
Drinks arrive with custom stamped ice blocks, creating a refined and distinctive presentation from the first sip.
Thoughtful Accommodations for Families
Staff provide attentive family accommodations, proactively assisting guests visiting with toddlers so groups can relax and dine comfortably.
Celebration Photo Assistance
Servers readily step in to help guests capture memorable group photos during celebrations and nights out.
Flinders Lane Window Seating
Reserved seating includes dedicated window tables overlooking Flinders Lane for scenic, cinematic date-night pairings.
Before you head over
Practical planning advice for your visit to The Florence on Flinders Lane
Reserve in Advance
Book ahead online to avoid missing out on a table, as the intimate first-floor space fills up quickly and walk-ins risk finding zero tables available.
Pick Tables Away from the Stairs
Request a table deeper in the room during colder weather, as tables situated right at the top of the stairs can catch drafts coming from outside.
Ask for a Window Seat
Request a window seat when booking or arriving to enjoy views over Flinders Lane alongside signature cocktails and small bites.
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