A favourite destination for the cut-loose party set, this spot offers cheap booze and lively DJ beats. Pay $7 on student night and drink for free between 10.30 and 11.30pm.
Walking the thin line between bar and nightclub, this glossy Melbourne drink spot is a hybrid that caters to both the after-work set as well as die-hard clubbers.
Nestled right in the centre of the CBD, Velour conveys sophistication through its polished interior. The sleek, illuminated bar serves up a wide selection of wine, spirits and icy pots of tap beer to sustain partygoers throughout the night. Stylish couches pepper the room and provide a cosy spot to lounge and laze.
There's rarely a dull night at Velour, with regular events being held throughout the week. Monday nights are a hit with young Thai expats, featuring live Thai bands performing a smattering of pop, rock and acoustic tunes in their native language. Tuesday's regular international student night is a favourite amongst the cut-loose party set, serving up sexy R&B tracks and cheap booze deals ($7 for unlimited wine and beer from 10.30-11.30pm).
Meanwhile, Fridays attract corporate drinkers, who are lured in by a very generous happy hour which streams from 5-11pm. During this timeframe, barflies couple $3 pots of Carlton Draught and Stella Artois with wild dancing to hits from the '80s and '90s.
Victoria Brooks
