Nestled in the buzzing Arts Centre Melbourne, Barre is a restaurant and bar that combines the surrounding art atmosphere with a refined touch of luxury. Modern, bright and sleek the decor is a combination of fresh whites with the clever use of timber salvaged from the Hamer Hall redevelopment . The food is contemporary Australian and caters to anything from pre-show drinks, light bites to share or a proper sit-down meal. Barre does not take reservations so it is recommended to arrive early during show sessions.
The Barre, Arts Centre Melbourne’s sleek space running along the curve of the ground floor of the Theatres Building, offers a touch of luxury and hint of showmanship. It is often filled with the lively pre- and post-show buzz that takes the bar and eatery from early evening to late night…with a dash of panache!
Our modern Australian menu, with its emphasis on fresh seasonal ingredients, offers both small and larger dishes to be shared and enjoyed with friends. Choose from a well-considered wine list that gives prominence to local winemakers, an exciting range of craft beers and ciders, or a distinct selection of cocktails and small-batch Australian gins and single malt whiskies from Australia and New Zealand.
With a blend of contemporary aesthetics and sculptural silhouettes, The Barre’s welcoming space, designed by Clare Cousins Architects, includes a special nod to Arts Centre Melbourne history – timber floorboards, salvaged from the Hamer Hall redevelopment, recycled into parquetry throughout the main bar.
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