Golden Monkey - Melbourne

Lovely ambient atmosphere in this busy bar hidden away on Lonsdale street. The bartender here made her own concoction of a cocktail for me and it was absolutely... read more Lovely ambient atmosphere in this busy bar hidden away on Lonsdale street. The bartender here made her own concoction of a cocktail for me and it was absolutely delicious!

This drinks and dining venue is fit out really nicely with cosy wooden seating that's split between their indoor and outdoor areas. If you want some privacy, op... read more This drinks and dining venue is fit out really nicely with cosy wooden seating that's split between their indoor and outdoor areas. If you want some privacy, opt for a back booth, otherwise sit out the front and watch the tourists strolling down Hardware Lane. The cocktail list here is thoughtful and innovative, offering tastes for every palate.<br/ <br/ I tried some drinks from the special Chinese New Year menu including a super delicious Yuzu spritz, a very gingery gin and mint and tea cocktail, and a fruity pineapple and rum drink. Each was great, although the strong herbs and spices in the ginger cocktail made that one my top pick.<br/ <br/ As for food, a vegetable dumpling basket shared with my partner was the perfect accompaniment to our drinks. It contained green vegan dumplings stuffed with greens and vermicelli, which were the best of the bunch. But all other dumplings were also great including some vegetarian dumplings in translucent skin, glutinous rice dim sims, and a big, fluffy veg bao. I appreciate the variety as well as the assortment of sauces available. While the prices are a bit more than your cheap and cheerful dumpling joint, the price reflects the quality of dishes served. For upscale dumplings and drinks, Golden Monkey should be your top choice.

It’s all about fine drinks and fun times. The drinks are designed for a night out with friends with refreshingly good cocktails. Good place for dumpling lovers... read more It’s all about fine drinks and fun times. The drinks are designed for a night out with friends with refreshingly good cocktails. Good place for dumpling lovers and groups, vegetarian friendly.The soundtrack is a mix of lounge and electronica to take you on a journey to another time and place.

A cosy bar had some comfy couches and some great cocktails. Its wasn't too loud so we could have a nice chat. read more A cosy bar had some comfy couches and some great cocktails. Its wasn't too loud so we could have a nice chat.

Lizzie enjoyed the amazing cocktails, especially the lychee one. The drinks are influenced by Asian cuisine, with ingredients like lychee and yuzu. The menu is... read more Lizzie enjoyed the amazing cocktails, especially the lychee one. The drinks are influenced by Asian cuisine, with ingredients like lychee and yuzu. The menu is shared with their China East Trading Company restaurant upstairs, offering a variety of dumplings. Despite the dim lighting, Lizzie appreciated the ambience and the spaciousness for large groups.