CQ Bar

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$40 and under

Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service

Level 1/113 Queen St, Melbourne, AU-VIC 3000

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CQ Bar

$40 and under

Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service

Melbourne CBD

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2 people

Nov 8, 2026

7:00 PM

Booked 1 time today

About this restaurant

Good for groups
Lively
Great for craft beers

CQ Bar is a modern Melbourne bar with great cocktails and local craft beers on tap. Enjoy our late night sharing menu for something to nibble on. Located on the corner of little Collins and Queen Street, on level 1 boasting a heated balcony to the face of the venue for that great inner-city escape, CQ has multiple rooms each with a unique feature, including our open aired courtyard and newly installed sports bar. CQ is everything social.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$40 and under
Cuisines
Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Pizza Bar, Tapas / Small Plates
Hours of operation
Tue 11:00 am–10:00 pm Wed, Thu 11:00 am–12:00 am Fri 11:00 am–2:00 am Sat, Sun 1:00 pm–1:00 am
Phone number
(03) 9125 0230
Website
http://www.cqbar.com.au/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
Having a number of unique and varried spaces means we're perfect for you next function, whether it's after-work drinks, a birthday or end of year celebrations, we have you covered.
Private party contact
Event Coordinator: (03) 9125 0230

Location
Level 1/113 Queen St, Melbourne, AU-VIC 3000
Neighborhood
Melbourne CBD
Cross street
Corner of Queen street and Little Collins street. Up the stairs to Level 1
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Located between Bourke Street and Collins Street Trams;Bourke St and Queen St stop 4: Routes 86 & 96William St and Collins St stop 3: Routes 11, 12, 48 & 109
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Smoking Area, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Private dining

Offers

$20 Chef's Specials
1 - 50 people
Multiple dates available
Wed - 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Enjoy our chef specials for $20, changing every month. Offer only available on Wednesday.
$20 Chicken Parma
1 - 50 people
Multiple dates available
Thu - 11:00 AM - 10:30 PM
Enjoy a $20 Chicken Parmigiana, served with fries, salad & sauce of your choice. Offer only available on Thursday.
$20 Steak Sandwich
1 - 50 people
Multiple dates available
Fri - 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Enjoy a $20 Steak Sandwich, served with fries, salad & sauce of your choice. Offer only available on Friday.

Concierge
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Prawn & Ginger DumplingsA$17.00
Schezwan Chilli & Black Soy Vinegarette
Karaage ChickenA$17.00
Chilli Aioli
Salt & Pepper CalamariA$18.00
Lemon Aioli
Crispy Chicken WingsA$18.00
Side: Spicy Buffalo Sauce and BBQ Sauce
Homemade Four Cheese Arancini (4)A$16.00
Homemade Tomato Relish, Parmesan
Homemade Chicken Croquettes (3)A$17.00
Tomato Chutney
Toasted Sourdough with SumacA$15.00
Mixed Olives and Humus Dip
NachosA$19.00
Black Beans, Homemade Salsa, Guacamole, Sour cream, Mozzarella & Sour Cream
Steak FriesA$13.00
Siracha Aioli
Poatato WedgesA$14.00
Sweet Chilli, Sour Cream

Pizza

MargheritaA$19.00
San Marzano Tomato, Fior Di Latte, Basil
Wood Fired Chicken A$22.00
San Marzano Tomato, Fior Di Latte, Roast Chicken, House made XO Chilli
Ham & PineappleA$22.00
San Marzano Tomato, Fior Di Latte, Smoked Ham & Pineapple
Hot Cacciatore SalamiA$22.00
San Marzano Tomato, Fior Di Latte, Hot Salami, Chilli & Oregano

Main Meals

Thai Beef SaladA$26.00
Mixed Leaf Salad, Roasted Peanuts, Onion, Tomato, Coriander, Mint, Bean Sprouts & Thai Dressing
Pumpkin, Kale & Quinoa SaladA$24.00
Red Cabbage, Toasted Almonds, Ricotta and Lemon Dressing
Salt & Pepper CalamariA$27.00
Served with Steak Fries & House Salad
BBQ Pork Loin RibA$28.00
Asian Slaw and Pan Jus
GnocchiA$26.00
Pumpkin Puree, Baby Asparagus, Mushrooms & Onion
250g Porterhouse SteakA$35.00
With Steak fries and House Salad and red wine jus
Chicken ParmigianaA$28.00
House Napoli, Cured Ham, Mozzarella with Steak Fries & Mixed Salad
House Crumbed Chicken SchnitzelA$26.00
Served with Steak fries, house salad and gravy
Chicken Satay Nasi GorengA$26.00
Wok Tossed Fried Rice, Spring Onions, Carrots, Leeks, Bean Sprouts, Chilli, Sesame Oil, topped with Fried Egg & Prawn Crackers
Steak Sandwich with Steak FriesA$28.00
Seared Steak, Caramelised onion, Tomato, Lettuce, Dijon Mustard Aioli on Sourdough
Pale Ale Battered Barramundi & ChipsA$28.00
House Salad, Chips, Tartare sauce & lemon
Wagyu Beef Burger with ChipsA$26.00
Wagyu Beef, Cheese, Tomato, Lettuce, Caramelised onion, Crispy Bacon, Spicy Mayo on a Milk bun
Moroccan Spiced Chicken Burger with ChipsA$26.00
Guacamole, Lettuce, Tomato & Swiss Cheese, aioli on a milk bun
Thai Green Curry SalmonA$30.00
Pan-fried Crispy Skin Salmon, Hokkian Noodles with a green curry sauce

Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at CQ Bar.

4.0

(14)

3.7Food
4.0Service
3.8Ambience
3.9Value

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14 Reviews

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Assel
Melbourne3 reviews
1.0
Dined on August 15, 2026
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
We had an absolutely disappointing experience at CQ Bar. I made a reservation in person a week in advance for our family farewell dinner. I specifically explained that we would have children under 16 with us and asked whether they would be permitted to attend. We were advised that this would be fine, provided we finished by 7:00 pm, so we booked a table for 5:00 pm. However, when we arrived, the security guard told us that we would not be allowed to enter because a bucks party was taking place. This was extremely frustrating and disappointing, particularly as we had confirmed the arrangements in advance and were given no prior notice that our booking could not be accommodated.
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Jo
Melbourne3 reviews
5.0
Dined on August 1, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had the best time! Staff so accommodating for a decent size group. We were able to set up a tab and the staff provided wrist bands so everything went very smoothly. I picked this venue because of the size, the accessible smokers area and the buffalo chicken wings!
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Brock
Melbourne1 review
5.0
Dined on July 18, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Spicy wangs were amazing and loved the disco balls
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Habib Al
Melbourne1 review
5.0
Dined on May 30, 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of few bars which can be booked prior to coming (not walk-ins). This really helps a lot. Unfortunately didn’t get the chance to try the food as they do not accept orders way late at night. Drinks are fine.
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B
Melbourne1 review
1.0
Dined on April 18, 2026
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
We were unable to use our booking as we had minors in our group. When booking online, there were no messages that informed that children were not allowed after a certain time. While security were polite about it, this was obviously a disappointment. Our whole group had travelled to the bar only to have to then reconsider and relocate.
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Kirra
Melbourne1 review
2.0
Dined on March 27, 2026
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
We were moved out of booths by 9pm which I understand was for the club night but we were told to go anywhere else and the other place we went was also not accessible so it was a bit frustrating. So many screens also made the venue feel lower value. And cocktails finishing at like 8:30 was also really disappointing as we happily would have kept buying/ drinking.
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Amy
Melbourne2 reviews
5.0
Dined on November 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The staff were so lovely and the food was surprisingly good and well priced! $8 for a soda water is insane, but great aside from that!
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Suneel Babu
Melbourne1 review
5.0
Dined on March 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always pleasure experience since first visited in 2023 YE party. Been here several times and introduced to several friends who experienced the same. Great crew, varieties of beers and decent food options which are tasty and easy on your pocket.
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Carol
Melbourne1 review
5.0
Dined on September 28, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We booked a package for the AFL Grand Final that included bottomless drinks throughout the game and shared food platters. Our table was perfectly positioned right in front of the big screen, giving us an excellent view. With table service as part of the deal, our drinks kept coming, and the service was fantastic. The food kept arriving as well—so much so that we had to ask them to stop bringing out platters because we couldn’t finish it all! The atmosphere was enjoyable, not overly crowded, and the crowd had a great mix of ages. We’ll definitely be back for next year’s Grand Final if we don’t manage to get tickets to the game!
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ClaytonG
Melbourne2 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 18, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food portions were excellent, neither being too much or too little. Wide range of beverages available and reasonably priced - $15 cocktails on a Saturday night 8-10 was great!
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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$40 and under
Cuisines
Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Pizza Bar, Tapas / Small Plates
Hours of operation
Tue 11:00 am–10:00 pm Wed, Thu 11:00 am–12:00 am Fri 11:00 am–2:00 am Sat, Sun 1:00 pm–1:00 am
Phone number
(03) 9125 0230
Website
http://www.cqbar.com.au/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
Having a number of unique and varried spaces means we're perfect for you next function, whether it's after-work drinks, a birthday or end of year celebrations, we have you covered.
Private party contact
Event Coordinator: (03) 9125 0230

Location
Level 1/113 Queen St, Melbourne, AU-VIC 3000
Neighborhood
Melbourne CBD
Cross street
Corner of Queen street and Little Collins street. Up the stairs to Level 1
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Located between Bourke Street and Collins Street Trams;Bourke St and Queen St stop 4: Routes 86 & 96William St and Collins St stop 3: Routes 11, 12, 48 & 109
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Smoking Area, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Portions for shared platters and many mains are generously sized, guests report platters arriving in abundance and several meals described as generous servings.

CQ Bar is at its calmest in early afternoons, around 1pm a guest said they ‘had the place to ourselves, ’ making it perfect for a relaxed drink or meal; for a livelier experience, visit on big-match nights (the AFL Grand Final and other screened games) when the sports-bar area fills and special packages run.

Tuesdays are a draw for steak night, while Wednesday nights are popular for trivia, both get strong, repeat recommendations from guests.

CQ Bar can work well for a date night, its dimly lit booths and occasions where staff opened a quieter room and turned the music down create a more intimate setting, and wine options are available.

Casual dress, relaxed, everyday clothing is fine (one reviewer says they wore a T‑shirt, jeans and UGG boots and were not challenged).

Yes, CQ Bar hosts private parties and event bookings, with guests reporting hired function rooms and bookings in the sports-bar area for events like the AFL Grand Final.

CQ Bar is a social, music‑forward Melbourne bar with multiple rooms, dimmer lighting, background music (techno upstairs, house downstairs), a sports bar and function rooms that make the vibe flexible from relaxed drinks to lively nights.

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CQ Bar

$40 and under

Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service

Melbourne CBD

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2 people

Nov 8, 2026

7:00 PM

Booked 1 time today

CQ Bar

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About this restaurant

Dining areas

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The Pink Room

The Sports Bar

The Courtyard

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$20 Chef's Specials

$20 Chicken Parma

$20 Steak Sandwich

Grazing Items

Prawn & Ginger DumplingsA$17.00

Karaage ChickenA$17.00

Salt & Pepper CalamariA$18.00

Crispy Chicken WingsA$18.00

Homemade Four Cheese Arancini (4)A$16.00

Homemade Chicken Croquettes (3)A$17.00

Toasted Sourdough with SumacA$15.00

NachosA$19.00

Steak FriesA$13.00

Poatato WedgesA$14.00

Pizza

MargheritaA$19.00

Wood Fired Chicken A$22.00

Ham & PineappleA$22.00

Hot Cacciatore SalamiA$22.00

Main Meals

Thai Beef SaladA$26.00

Pumpkin, Kale & Quinoa SaladA$24.00

Salt & Pepper CalamariA$27.00

BBQ Pork Loin RibA$28.00

GnocchiA$26.00

250g Porterhouse SteakA$35.00

Chicken ParmigianaA$28.00

House Crumbed Chicken SchnitzelA$26.00

Chicken Satay Nasi GorengA$26.00

Steak Sandwich with Steak FriesA$28.00

Pale Ale Battered Barramundi & ChipsA$28.00

Wagyu Beef Burger with ChipsA$26.00

Moroccan Spiced Chicken Burger with ChipsA$26.00

Thai Green Curry SalmonA$30.00

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