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The Last Chance

Bar Pub

Convivial bar & live-music venue with diverse acts, offering craft beer & American-inspired snacks. People often mention great, night, music, good, staff, Great, bands, time, live, rock,


Address

238 Victoria St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

Website

www.thelastchance.com.au

Price rating

$ $$$

Rating on Google Maps

4.60 (566 reviews)

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Frequently mentioned in reviews: great (15) night (14) music (14) good (14) staff (12) Great (9) bands (9) time (9) live (8) rock (8)
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  • 5/5 CoastLifee 6 months ago on Google • 180 reviews
    On the wild night of 6/10 into 7/10, I embarked on an odyssey into the Last Chance Rock and Roll Bar—a realm of delightful absurdity and intriguing extremeness. Upon entering, I was instantly submerged in a sea of patrons who defied the very laws of conventional appearance. Their hair resembled a psychedelic kaleidoscope, as if they'd personally challenged the rainbow to a duel. The live music that manifested on stage was an enigma of sound, transcending the boundaries of comprehension. It was as if extraterrestrial beings had landed and started a jam session with musical instruments from a parallel universe. The absurdity was so intoxicatingly surreal that I questioned the very fabric of reality. What truly defied expectations were the enchanting transgender individuals who graced this curious establishment. They wielded a unique charm that went beyond mere friendliness—it was as if they held the secrets of the cosmos in their captivating gazes. Their presence added a layer of enigmatic allure to the already bewildering evening. Now, let us not forget the ever-watchful security personnel. Their devotion to safeguarding this peculiar haven deserves a celebration of its own. One couldn't help but wonder if their nipples, hidden beneath their security attire, possessed a certain gentleness that transcended mere human perception. They were, in their own right, an enigmatic and integral part of the Last Chance experience. The beedy eyes and curly hair of the security officer, combined with a curled lip that would intermittently enter into a sneer, was intimidating to begin with, but once it was clear the man was a high functioning disabled individual it only added to an incredible experience. In the realm of the Last Chance Rock and Roll Bar, the ordinary is but a distant memory, replaced by the extraordinary, the absurd, and the downright bizarre. It's a place where the boundaries of reality blur, and where security is a mysterious enigma with gentle nipples. This is a destination that dares to defy the mundane, inviting you to embrace the weird and wonderful with open arms. The abundance of homosexuals was also cause for celebration. Some of the bathroom stalls descended into lude and intense experiences that one struggles to say no to!
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Brent C. 1 year ago on Google • 42 reviews
    What can I say. It's an icon and nailing it in their genre. Make sure you dress up beforehand to fit in (black t-shirt should suffice). Cigarette burns on the toilet. Brilliant attention to detail. Well done!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Behzad 11 months ago on Google • 135 reviews
    Great rock bar with regular gigs and nice selection of drinks and pub food. Edit: still awesome since the last review!

  • 5/5 rosie d. 1 month ago on Google • 108 reviews New
    Grungy rock and roll bar featuring great bands, good drink selection, a pool table, dirt cheap food, and outdoor seated smoking area. People here mosly look tough but are usually up for a friendly chat. This ain't no gastro pub, expect a true punk rock vibes and classic pub feeds, hot tip, the $12 steak night on a Wednesday is the best value in town

  • 1/5 Cosmicmoonbirds 4 months ago on Google • 13 reviews
    Bouncer on Fri 15th was needlessly rough and callous. Granted it probably was time for me to go home as I was getting sleepy at the table but it's not OK to be so rough with somebody who was causing no trouble. Spoiled my night, will never go back.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 michael piky w. 6 months ago on Google • 13 reviews
    You ever have chicken so good you question your existence? You ever have to re order the same food twice because its so good? Thats this place You know when places skint on the sauces....not here. I got like a pint of delicious gravy Atmosphere unbeatable. Bands, Music, Beers (or Lemonade for us soberinos) and just a good vibe Go here
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Rhys 1 year ago on Google
    $10 Monday Schnitzel and Gravy was the best value meal in Melbourne! Super tasty too. Thanks guys! $10 pints and Rock and Roll on the stereo. Bargain bargain bargain!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Alex 1 year ago on Google
    The atmosphere is really relaxed, very homely by all appearances and patrons there were enjoying the music, the beverages and food. It is quite post modern and very "punk-rock" themed. The experience can be entertaining and fun altogether keeping a very down to Earth, street smart drinking scene for the young Rock n' Rollers and proud punk warriors and Gothic Goddesses.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Greg L. 1 year ago on Google
    Rock and roll authenticity Central. At 62, going to see bands can provoke judgement. Does not happen here. This place keeps me young. Absolute icon in this town.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 rum02 1 year ago on Google
    First time I was pleasantly surprised. My mate had a gig so I made the journey. It did attract a *rough* looking crowd, but on talking to people everyone, including staff, very friendly.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Leigh H. 7 months ago on Google
    Bands were great and room is tight. Conveniently placed to transport. Chilled place to enjoy a few beverages with mates without having to be a hipster.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Anastasia L. 2 years ago on Google
    Excellent find. Bar plus a hang-out/dance area and they were playing old school 80s and 90s alternative, new wave, hard rock until past 7am last Friday. Had a blast. Xx
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Junior H. 2 years ago on Google
    Really enjoyed my time here. A great selection of beers was only bettered by the talent of some of the live musicians. A pub with some great tasting beers and quality music. Can’t wait to come again. Keep rocking on.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Luke J. 4 months ago on Google • 56 reviews
    Great little dive bar with friendly staff, good drinks on tap for reasonable prices around the city, and frequently hosting great indie acts. Check it out!

  • 5/5 Berk T. 4 months ago on Google • 30 reviews
    I go to this place regularly, at least once a week. They have got great specials running on Tuesday and Wednesday nights. I don't know what sort of places you feel comfortable in, but this place is one of such for me. Also their social media posts are so fun to follow, even if you have no time to go out or anything like that, you just wanna follow that quality content, you'll know what I'm talking about.

  • 5/5 Noel W. 7 months ago on Google • 19 reviews
    Awesome live band venue with finger licking food!!

  • 5/5 Tim N. 8 months ago on Google • 16 reviews
    An excellent punk rock dive bar! The bartender, sound guy, and patrons were friendly and welcoming. I enjoyed the house lager well enough to follow a pint with a jug. Good tunes on the PA before the show, which was 4 local bands for 10 bucks! The first two bands were great; had to bail after that but punks young, old, and in between were loving it. I'll be back any time I'm in Melbourne.

  • 3/5 Chris W. 6 months ago on Google • 4 reviews
    A haven for metal heads, goths and other seemingly unsavoury types. This place has a wide range of spirits on offer but a narrower range of beers on tap. The place can be pretty dead during the week but not unlike Dr Frankenstein the live gigs on Friday and Saturday nights send a life-giving electrifying jolt through Last Chance that permeates almost every square metre of the space. The pool table can also provide a lively side-show as this reviewer can attest having navigated his way through nigh on infinite pool politics negotiations (while winning a couple on the way). If you're feeling adventurous on a Friday or Saturday night give this a place a go. The live music space isn't the biggest but it does create a self contained vacuum of sound that doesn't overwhelm the rest of the venue if you're not watching a performance.

  • 5/5 benjamin t. 1 year ago on Google
    PLEASE READ ITS WORTH IT Love this bar . The walls get me . covered in all these quotes and pics STICKERS and flyers could read for hours. and the $12 steak night . Are you kidding . Amazing . Highly recommend . I go every Wednesday $12 300grams porterhouse served with sweet potatoes fries (might I add my fiance hates sweet potatoes and pumpkin yet finishes the sweet potatoes fries first) best sweet potatoes fries I have ever had in my life and salad . At woolies is $14 for a 300grams porterhouse not to mention cooking it . And is served with a side of authentic dirty thick pub gravy or garlic butter depends on the night I think . I have never faulted they're steak night . Am yet to try the family dinner night on Tuesdays and the other nights they have. It says they mention on they're socials but havnt seen what they do or a menu . Cheap great locally brewed beers and the stage/band room out the back is sick as f*ck . Defs keen to try more food and suss a gig in the band room . Not to mention how Beautifull the staff are and owners for trying to keep the tote living . So that there goes to show they not only pride them selfs and they're bar but also care for the community and other locals . #selfless do your self a favour and go suss the last chance they're steak night a gig or all of the above . You won't regret it . Also not to mention our medium rare steaks chips salad and gravey are prepared in around 10-12 mins perfect service friendly staff great chef great prices. Am rambling now so if ur have committed to reading this far . You may as well commit to heading down there .

  • 5/5 Nathan T. 10 months ago on Google
    Iconic Melbourne venue like nothing else. The moment you walk in you know you are somewhere special, highly recommend for everyone visiting or living in Melbourne.

  • 5/5 Lindon O. 11 months ago on Google
    This place is absolutely amazing! The venue is fantastic, the staff is incredibly friendly, and it's a must-visit spot for enjoying talented local bands.

  • 5/5 Andrea A. 1 year ago on Google
    Best punk rock venue in town. Open until 7 am on weekends. The last chance for you to go when in Melbourne

  • 5/5 Tara 1 year ago on Google
    Iconic place. The vibes here are only surpassed by the $12 steak night on Wednesdays and the $10 family dinner night on Tuesdays (usually a huge schnitty!)

  • 5/5 Wonton Animal C. 3 months ago on Google New
    Awesome Bar. Staff weren't the best. Busy took drinks without asking if we were done

  • 5/5 Travis I. 1 year ago on Google
    Fantastic little venue for live music.

  • 5/5 Ricky 1 year ago on Google
    Great venue for local bands! I saw The Morningbirds here, what a great band, looking forward to seeing them again!

  • 5/5 Ignacio T. 2 years ago on Google
    perfect dive bar for gigs, food snd drinks. Having played at this bar a few times, and been here for other mates gigs i can say this place is one of the best. They’ve revamped the menu from the las time i came here and it is amazing. Tasty tacos? check Bliss souvlakis? check With a range of seasonal beers (they even tell you until when they’ll have them) and all the basic spirits there’s really nothing to complain about. Rock n Roll

  • 1/5 Trent R. 2 years ago on Google
    Refused service,, spoke to security calmly,.no explanation,they couldn't understand why?music was great staff were following orders by some1 who didn't have the decency to explain why. 150$ I won't get back. Never again. On to better venues

  • 5/5 Poor Premenstrual D. 2 years ago on Google
    Great for a late night boogie. One staff member was amazing with table service and outgoing friendliness

  • 5/5 Jordan Y. 2 years ago on Google
    Nice atmosphere. I had the fried chicken and it was delish. Music wasn't too loud and it was the perfect place for a chat!

  • 4/5 Paul Z. 2 years ago on Google
    Odd but good, rocker pub , good for kickons when everything else is closed

  • 5/5 Nickola R. 2 years ago on Google
    Great gig place. Food is good too. Not too expensive. Great vibe.

  • 5/5 Kacey K. 3 years ago on Google
    My favourite dive bar in Melbourne. Great for live music, amazing food, fantastic staff and super late license to hang dance and drink til the wee hours.

  • 5/5 James W. 3 years ago on Google
    Terrific place. Great LIVE original music. Good range of beer, cool vibe and cruisy folk. Will definitely go back.

  • 5/5 Retch 2 years ago on Google
    It might be called the last chance, but it's your BEST chance at sipping some fine beverages and enjoying some of Melbourne's most rippingest bands. Take a chance and head to last chance. Big chance you'll have a night to remember.

  • 4/5 Astrelt 2 years ago on Google
    Some of the side bands are defeaningly loud so I won't be going back probably. That's just my taste. The drinks are however nicely priced. Bring earbuds if you have sensitive hearing like me to dull the volume to something reasonable. Good fun though.

  • 5/5 Nanmer M. 1 year ago on Google
    Queer friendly, lovely staff and atmosphere. Hands down best chicken schnitzel I've ever had. One nitpicking would be I wish there were a couple of more non-alcoholic beer options but that's just me.

  • 5/5 Kieran O. 2 years ago on Google
    Last chance is always a fantastic time, excellent dive bar for those looking for 7am finishes, great staff, location and music. Need some rock and punk gigs in your life? Hit them up 🤘

  • 3/5 Tommeh 2 years ago on Google
    Good staff, open late. Outside still being constructed and the inside a bit dank, but I had a great time.

  • 5/5 Mark B. 1 year ago on Google
    Cool little dive bar with live music in the back room

  • 5/5 Alex 1 year ago on Google
    Finding a bar with real character these days can be difficult but the music, atmosphere and grungy vibe of the place was awesome and such a good environment for some drinks and good times with friends. Food looks great too, but i didn't get anything

  • 5/5 D. .. 1 year ago on Google
    Absolutely amazing place. I consider it my second home, the staff are amazing the security are really good at keeping the peace and music is always awesome.

  • 5/5 Wei Tung W. 1 year ago on Google
    Great location with good bands and music. Pub has a very friendly vibe and tasty food, not to mention a good selection of beers on tap.

  • 4/5 TJ T. 1 year ago on Google
    Cool barman, iconic edgy venue, Picklebacks and a $2 pool table. And did I mention it's in the heart of this gorgeous city? Love it.

  • 5/5 Sam H. 1 year ago on Google
    Bewdyfull food, beautiful people. Thank you kindly for having Duckeye.

  • 5/5 Xaralambos P. 1 year ago on Google
    Nice affordable good quality food, nice affordable cold beer with rock music or band playing, Cu again soon, they do not dissapoint, thx

  • 5/5 jugulate 2 years ago on Google
    Totally adored this cool little joint. Went unexpectedly for a drink before a dinner reservation up the road, and we loved it! Definitely hope to go back and spend more time there, try the food and everything.

  • 5/5 Michael C. 4 months ago on Google • 2 reviews
    If this place sucked the $12 steak night would still make it 5 stars. The fact that it doesn't is just a bonus. Absolute banger.


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Food
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Food at bar
    • ✓️ Hard liquor
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Seating
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✗ Delivery
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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