The Blacksmith Bar

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Closed nowOpens 2pmSunday: 2pm - 11pm
69 Swan St, Richmond VIC 3121

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Richmond cocktail den: expert bartenders, Guinness on tap, and a stellar upstairs function space.

Cosy, moody cocktail lounge downstairs with plush couches, warm lighting, and a relaxed neighbourhood feel. The upstairs private function space is gorgeous and intimate. regularly hosting 21sts, 30ths, milestone birthdays, and weddings. Friendly, knowledgeable bartenders who genuinely enjoy talking craft.

Built-in photobooth in the upstairs function space. Private event space for 50-100 guests with exclusive bar and bathrooms. Cocktail making classes available. Wednesday happy hour cocktail deals. BYO food policy at the bar. Whisky collection including latest Macallan releases. No venue hire fee for private functions. a standout value proposition.

Melbourne cocktail culture at its finest. bartenders take craft seriously, able to talk spirits and technique at depth and adapt to any classic or invent to your taste.

Mid-range for central Richmond, with Wednesday happy hour delivering genuine value. The no-venue-hire-fee private function space is consistently described as Melbourne's most affordable classy event option. Some reviewers flag occasional overpriced pours on busy nights.

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69 Swan St, Richmond VIC 3121

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