Overview
Bar Liberty is a trailblazer in Melbourne’s modern food and wine scene—an unpretentious yet highly acclaimed venue that blends casual dining with serious culinary and oenological ambition. Opened in 2016 by a trio of hospitality heavyweights (with backgrounds at Attica and Rockwell & Sons), it has become a cornerstone of the inner-north’s progressive food culture.
The space is understated and intimate, featuring minimalist interiors, exposed brick, and soft lighting that puts the focus squarely on the food and drink. The menu is concise but bold, favouring inventive combinations and seasonal ingredients. Expect dishes like koji-marinated flatbread, smoked duck breast, or grilled cabbage with cultured cream and fish roe—flavour-forward, textural, and plated with finesse. Everything is designed to share, though you’ll probably want to keep a few favourites to yourself.
Bar Liberty’s wine list is one of the most exciting in the city, championing minimal-intervention producers from Australia and abroad. The team’s deep wine knowledge is shared generously and without pretension. There are also excellent cocktails, niche spirits, and house-fermented sodas for non-drinkers.
Service is polished but relaxed, perfectly matching the venue’s balance of edge and comfort. Bar Liberty is equally suited to a spontaneous midweek bite, a special occasion dinner, or a full-blown wine adventure. It’s a place for curious eaters, wine enthusiasts, and anyone who enjoys a menu that dares to be different.
Last update June 2025
