Baxter's — Restaurant in Melbourne

A really special place. If you’re local or just passing through, here’s a bar where you can be yourself - meet interesting people (both staff and patrons) and enjoy a good drink in a great atmosphere. The people who work here make it magical, and you can spend a lot of time at the bar enjoying all the trinkets with the bottles on the wall. There’s art on the walls (some by the amazing artist Anthony - who if you’re lucky might be there to serve you an amazing drink) and musicians and artists who perform. Definitely a great spot! While I wish I lived nearby to frequent this spot - I’m glad that I don’t, because I...

My friend and I were eating sandwiches from 7/11 at the tram stop on the streetwalk in front of this establishment when the staff here told us we could not eat by the roadside, incorrectly citing new laws that banned smoking (not eating!) outside of restaurants in this area. The staff were extremely hostile and belligerent, and mocked us when we asked for clarification on their clearly ridiculous demands. It was an awful experience and I would strongly advise choosing one of the many alternatives in the area if this is the attitude with which they treat their patrons. Avoid...

Lovely staff - very friendly and helpful! A very cool atmosphere with great live music. There are some sloe moving coloured lights on stage (which is much nicer than the fast moving lights - so that didn't bring on any migraines or seizure like some other music venues!), which I appreciated. Good drinks. The only downside is it isn't wheelchair accessible - there is a step to enter. I didn't go upstairs so I am unsure if there is a lift or if it is a stair case. You cam tell that they're really passionate about live music and especially original music. I'd...