Silk Road

As the name suggests, this glamorous new venue located in the ‘New York end’ of Collins Street draws its inspiration from the historic Silk Road and fuses European, Middle Eastern and Asian influences.

Opting for all-out excess and indulgence, this much anticipated new bar from the creators of the Long Room has redefined the notion of ‘opulence.’ Visually stunning décor includes jaw-dropping chandeliers, onyx bar with LED lighting, classical statues as well as oriental-style dragons and long, lush lounges.

Friday nights prove very popular; welcoming suits and well-dressed individuals to this grandiose abode. Upon entering this chic new nightspot in Melbourne’s CBD, a large sculpture of a lion faces Collins Street, as if something out of a Batman movie.

Choice is definitely on your side, where all you have to do is decide which area of the Silk Road you wish to start your journey. Choose from the Dynasty Room, Shahashah Lounge, St George Wine Room or the Venetian Bar where you can try one of the many exotic cocktails or wine from their rather extensive list.

If an after work bite tickles your fancy, have a bite to eat at the Chinese Chop Shop, European Mezze Table, Sushi Counter or Teppanyaki Grill. Freshly shucked oysters teamed with a local Japanese beer or sake proves a favourite amongst the regulars. Or if bite size samples are more your thing then it’s definitely worth trying the mouth-watering tapas.

Encompassing massive ground and mezzanine levels in a heritage listed building, there’s a myriad of rooms, spaces and enclaves, each as devastatingly sumptuous as the other. A premium wine and cheese room and Remy Martell room (serving only premium spirits) will keep the discerning drinkers happy, while the more moneyed lot may opt for a VIP membership and make use of the two exclusive members’ rooms with private lift access.

Silk Road is not the place for a quiet drink or the venue to tap your feet to soft music. Instead, the musical sounds of jazz and swing lay the foundations for this über cool space.
A word of note is that there is a strict dress code of no denim or sneakers, with guys turned down for not wearing a collared shirt. It’s better to play it safe and dress to the nines at this swish abode.

Open: Wednesday to Saturday 4pm-3am

Web Link: Silk Road

Silk Road

425 Collins Street, Melbourne Victoria 3000 Australia. View Map

Telephone: Ph: 9614 4888

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