Above Board focuses on craft cocktails, with World's 50 Best placing it at No. 44 in 2021 and No. 100 in 2024.
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- Address
- Chopper Lane", Behind "Beermash Through the back door, 1/306 Smith St, Collingwood VIC 3066, Australia
- Website
- aboveboardbar.com
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Oysters with Nam Jim and craft cocktails
Oysters with Nam Jim, Kingfish Sashimi, and Spicy Popcorn Chicken give the food side defined choices beside craft cocktails. World's 50 Best placed Above Board at No. 44 in 2021 and No. 100 in 2024.
Chopper Lane back-door address
Chopper Lane, behind Beermash through the back door at 1/306 Smith St, suits plans around dinner or late night. Smart casual dress, upscale casual service, and conversational noise point to a polished but talkable stop.
At-a-Glance Comparison
Comparable venues nearby, for context on price, style, and recognition.
| Venue | Cuisine | Price | Awards | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Above Board | Asian-inspired Small Plates & Cocktails | $$ | , | Collingwood |
| TAVERNA | Athenian Greek Taverna | $$ | , | Brunswick East |
| Little Africa Restaurant | Authentic Ethiopian | $$ | , | North Melbourne |
| Coda Melbourne | Modern Asian Fusion | $$$ | Melbourne | |
| Cote Basque | Basque Coast-Inspired European Grill | $$$ | , | CBD |
| Phở Nom | Authentic Vietnamese Pho | $$ | , | Melbourne CBD |
Recognition history
Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.
Top 500 Bars Best Bars #132
Top 500 Bars
World's 50 Best Best Bars #100
World's 50 Best
World's 50 Best Best Bars #44
World's 50 Best
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At a Glance
- Intimate
- Minimalist
- Trendy
- Low Profile Address
- Date Night
- Casual Hangout
- Craft Cocktails
Current opening hours
- Monday
- 6 PM–1 AM
- Tuesday
- 6 PM–1 AM
- Wednesday
- 6 PM–1 AM
- Thursday
- 6 PM–1 AM
- Friday
- 6 PM–1 AM
- Saturday
- 6 PM–1 AM
- Sunday
- 6 PM–1 AM
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .
Dimly lit, atmospheric, and stylish with an open minimalist design evoking a dinner party rather than a traditional speakeasy.