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Whether it’s after work drinks on a Friday, or loving some local live music; Pause Bar is the perfect venue for a get-together.

We have friendly mixologists on hand who can rustle you up anything from an Espresso Martini to a mean Negroni. If our Long Island Ice Teas are wrong you won’t want to be right, that’s why they’re infamously known as the ‘Wrong Island Iced Tea’.

We’re super proud to have served as a local hotspot in Balaclava for over a decade now, come down and check out what all the fuss is about. We’re based right in the heart of Carlisle St; the perfect venue for live music, functions and events.

If you’re feeling ravenous, we have a selection of house made bar-snacks including platters, calamari and fries with gluten free and vegan options available. Don’t forget to also check out our extensive range of tap beers and specialty wines.

If you need a PAUSE from life, visit us for Good Times and Great Cocktails.

Happy Hour is 4pm – 7pm, Monday- Saturday.

$18 Jugs Moon Dog Draught All Day Wednesdays.

Boasting a cosy and cavernous floorspace, we can comfortably accommodate groups of 20 -100 people, and will guarantee that you and your guests have an amazing night.

Best of all, there’s no booking fee! In fact, make a booking for 20 people or more, and we’ll throw in a bottle of Marechal French Sparkling to help get the party started.

Want to have your next party at Pause?

Since 2001, Pause Bar has built a reputation for a great event, big and small – for cocktail parties, major milestone events including engagement parties, 21st, 40th, 50th and Christmas functions. There is something about the space that really works; there’s a cocktail bar, plenty of seating, room for dancing, great acoustics, and a generous outdoor area.

A pause can comfortably accommodate groups of 20 -100 people. Best of all, there’s no booking fee however we recommend that you book early for key weekend dates and public holidays. When you make a booking for 20 people or more, we will throw in a bottle of Ruffino Prosecco to help get the party started.

Pause Bar is a perfect spot for a first date as well as celebrating meaningful couple times.

There are cosy spots with a romantic candle lights and delicious cocktails for any occasion.

EVENTS THIS MONTH

Balaclava Boogie Festival

November 22-24, 2024

Balaclava will be home again to Melbourne’s newest FREE music festival when Balaclava Boogie takes over the Carlisle Street Precinct on the second last weekend of November. Artists with local connections to the area will perform in live music venues, bars, cafes and restaurants over the weekend of November 22-24, 2024.

Sunday Super Session

Every Sunday from 5 pm

One of Melbourne's longest running Sunday Sessions
For more than 15 years, the inimitable Bornstein Ultimatum.
Come down and eat, drink, dance and be merry for this wonderful addition to the local live music scene!

Phil Para

Saturday 7th December 8 pm

Blues, rock guitar legend Phil Para has become known as one of Australia's most dynamic guitarists, vocalists and songwriters.He starts his
monthly residency 6th July 8 pm

Lois Lane

Saturday 30th November

Melbourne's #1 Dance Rock Band
Playing 70s /80s Classics Stones Bowie ,Beatles INXS & More
8pm start

3182 etc & NiHL

Saturday 9th November 8pm

The worlds greatest punk band plus NIHL.Free Entry !!

Trivia Night

Thursday 21st November 7pm

Kicking off Thursday 21st 7pm.
Get your team together and come on down for some fast paced trivia action at Pause Bar hosted by @q1trivia. It's general knowledge, current events, music round and much much more. It's free to play and walk-ins are welcome. If you wanna reserve your spot send us an email - drinks@pausebar.com.au

Open Mic

Wednesday 13th 7pm

Brought to you by Moon Dog brewery: Its Open Mic & Jam Night Every Wednesday .Launching 13th November 7pm.
To register just use the QR code .Prizes for best dancer and best dressed .Look Sharp :))

Make a booking

A pause can comfortably accommodate groups of 20 -120 people. Best of all, there’s no booking fee however we recommend that you book early for key weekend dates and public holidays. When you make a booking for 20 people or more, we will throw in a bottle of Octopus Prosecco to help get the party started!

Call Matt today on 9537 0511 or fill out the form below and we’ll get back to you ASAP // SEE EVENT CHECKLIST

Pause Bar Event Checklist

  • NUMBER OF GUESTS: 20-120 people
  • PARKING: Adjacent to a large car park
  • PUBLIC TRANSPORT: Crawling distance from Balaclava Station and trams out the front.
  • SMOKING AREA: Yes.
  • WHEELCHAIR ACCESS:  Yes
  • FUNCTION MENU PLATTERS: Vegetarian, gluten-free and meat options available
  • SEATING AVAILABLE: Yes.

OTHER OPTIONS

  • FRONT BAR: up to 40 people
  • RED LOUNGE: up to 80 people
  • TOTAL PAUSE BAR VENUE: 120 people
  • SPECIAL WINE/COCKTAIL REQUESTS: Yes
  • BOOKING FEE: No booking fee (however a deposit of $100 is required which is fully-refundable on the night.)

We are happy to work with your event stylist or florist for your special evening


    drinks@pausebar.com.au Open from 4pm daily
    Closed Christmas Day
    Closed New Years day
    Closed Good Friday
    Closed Easter Monday

    WANT TO HAVE YOUR NEXT PARTY AT PAUSE BAR ?
    Since 2001 , Pause Bar has built a reputation for a great event, big and small – for cocktail parties, major milestone events including engagement parties, 21st, 40th, 50th and Christmas functions. There is something about the space that really works; there’s a cocktail bar, plenty of seating, room for dancing, great acoustics, and a generous outdoor area. MAKE A BOOKING