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Amy F.12 August 2022 • 1 review
10/10This restaurant was brilliant- a great find! The staff were incredibly accomodating, going out of their way to make sure everyone had an enjoyable experience. They are also fantast
Debra C.3 August 2022 • 1 review
10/10This restaurant is a hidden gem. The food is amazing. Presentation. The vibe. Caters for non meat eaters with plenty to choose from. Highly recommend. Oh, and try the cocktails!
Life's Too Short Bar (Owner)
Thanks for joining us Debra! We're glad you enjoyed your time and we look forward to seeing you again soon ... with the Spice of Life 😁
Carolyn F.29 July 2022 • 1 review
10/10This bar and restaurant was an amazing find, particularly as their gluten free menu was far beyond anything I have seen before. The food was superb and it was cosy and quiet. Highly recommended.
Antoinette R.9 July 2022 • 1 review
5/10The one staff member working was lovely, she was joined later by a man who prepared us amazingly tasty cocktails. The menu boasted cheeses from around the world however the $38 che
Life's Too Short Bar (Owner)
Hi Antoinette, we are sorry to hear you had this experience which is not usual. Our cheeses are sourced from all over the world and supplied to us by local importers, they are defi
Valerie K.2 July 2022 • 4 reviews
10/10Enjoyed a wonderful evening,cocktails and food were delicious with lots of Gluten Free options
Life's Too Short Bar (Owner)
Thanks for visiting us, Valerie. We enjoyed having you and your friends in for dinner and drinks. Come back and see us again soon!
Yolanda D.29 May 2022 • 51 reviews
6.5/10Atmosphere excellent. Good food but nothing to write home about. Disappointed with serving sizes and high prices. First time we are here owners were outstanding and food lovely. Se
Life's Too Short Bar (Owner)
Hi Yolanda, we're glad you like our little bar, but sorry to hear you didn't enjoy the food as much as we'd hoped. It would have been helpful if you'd given us this feedback on the
Belinda M.6 May 2022 • 1 review
10/10Great place, lovely cozy place for a cold chilly night
Suzanne B.5 May 2022 • 1 review
10/10Friendly, courteous, helpful, and fun. Good food, great cocktails, excellent staff, great ambience, a terrific sort of little neighbourhood bar. Wonderfully comfy chairs!
Guy C.12 February 2022 • 3 reviews
10/10Sigrid was very welcoming and properly explained the menu, wine and cocktails. Love the wine list and cocktails. Food and tapas unique and matched with wine and cocktails. Will be back again!!????????
Rod B.16 January 2022 • 1 review
10/10We booked on the day for an impromptu night off cooking, and some 'couples time'. The relaxed, friendly feel and the flexible menu was just what we wanted. The choice of wines was
David S.31 December 2021 • 1 review
9.5/10A simultaneously comforting verging on familial vibe whilst broadly an excellent standard of service and a knowledge of what's being served that isn't put-on but a function of havi
Barry M.17 November 2021 • 1 review
9.5/10Because of Covid we were late to try out this innovative restaurant- the good reviews are spot on and we will be back again soon.
Helen S.27 June 2021 • 4 reviews
10/10Best and most diverse list of wines by the glass in the area. Lovely owners and staff. Definitely try the truffle bread. Love the local happenings like movie nights etc
Liam W.19 June 2021 • 1 review
10/10Loved it! Friendly staff and fantastic relaxed atmosphere.
Thi D.26 March 2021 • 1 review
10/10Friendly and welcoming staff. Their desserts were amazing. Great ambience with soft background music.
Marie-Emilie G.24 March 2021 • 2 reviews
10/10Delicious food and great selection of wine. The bread was amazing and the cheeses were great. I also loved tge salmon, the products are of very good quality. The owners were also adorable!
Sanjay S.7 March 2021 • 6 reviews
10/10Quality food & cocktail menu in a cosy spot! Looking forward to going back to Life’s Too Short Bar In East Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. 5 starts!
Peter C.7 March 2021 • 1 review
10/10The bar was chill, quiet and relaxed. We were really impressed with the food, and the wine was the nicest pinot gris I've tasted yet. Very attentive and friendly staff, a memorable
Life's Too Short Bar (Owner)
Hi Peter, so glad you had a good time. We hope to see you again.
Yolanda D.6 March 2021 • 51 reviews
10/10This place is a hidden gem and feels like home. Brilliant service awesome people. Highly recommended- life’s too short to miss out on this one! Going back with friends in tow
Life's Too Short Bar (Owner)
Thanks for your review Yolanda. We hope to see you again when we're out of lockdown. Stay safe.
Simone S.20 February 2021 • 1 review
10/10Great food, great service and great wine. Would recommend this wine bar if you’re in East Melbourne. I highly recommend the truffle bread, meatballs and gnocchi!
Life's Too Short Bar (Owner)
Thanks for visiting us Simone, we're glad you had a great time. We look forward to seeing you again!
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412 Victoria Parade, 3002, East Melbourne (VIC), Australia
No 12 or 109 Tram, Short walk from Jolimont and North Richmond Station. Busses 302, 303, 304, 305, 309, 318, 350, 905, 906, 907, 908, 961 Clarendon St stop.
Shop 2 Tribeca Arcade, near the IGA, between Automaton and Jean Hailes.
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