Cicciolina Back Bar
Editorial
Originally conceived as a holding pen for those in wait for a much sought after table at the attached restaurant, the Back Bar has now become an equally popular destination in its own right. Still St Kilda’s best kept little secret, the Back Bar is a favourite amongst favourites for a growing band of loyal Cicciolina devotees who bring with them a set of gourmet virtues that are iron-clad and unwavering when it comes to food, wine and Melbourne style.
The Back Bar is bordello-like in its presentation, with high backed, black clad horseshoe booths, very low lighting, quirky décor and a rather unceremonious no-name side entrance. A bunker-like alleyway links a rear car park to Acland Street giving only secretive glimpses into what lurks beyond a set of old venetian blinds, much less to the talented folk whose eccentricity and individuality make this little gem work.
A generously considered wine and cocktail list compliments yummy snacks designed to graze while drinking. Melbourne’s best spicy meatballs can be got for just $8.50 or a variety of other small plates that sample the menu of Cicciolina restaurant. When the Back Bar is really busy, it’s great, but when it’s empty, it’s better – like a secret discovery that everyone else is yet to find - a dark nook where you can imagine clandestine couplings and hushed negotiations taking place. Seek it out.
Brenton Geyer, Citysearch
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cam mckenzie
July 04, 2007
as someone who works in the same industry you are hard pressed to find a more comfortable place to go when you don't want to be seen, with it's big red booths it's ideal for a drink with a group of mates or just for two. offering good wines , good food it's well worth not telling to many of your friends about or you'll never be alone for this little bar has what you want.
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