molly

worst bar ever. here's an idea, why don't you put your exact address in advertising along with a sign out the front saying molly's.

or would you prefer your customers to play hide and seek with their wallets when it comes to paying for their drinks, just like you play hide and seek with your address.by the time i had found the place, i had been walking through the rain for an hour, the only thing i wanted to do was go home. spending 1 dollar in that place would only reward such a poorly advertised bar.

best bar in canberra. whisky, cocktails, good beers, booths, a glamorous vibe and a dedicated charcuterie station - what's not to love?

there’s a real sense of adventure arriving at molly, canberra’s own speakeasy. i’d agreed to meet my friend there on a friday after work as we’d both heard good things but never been. when you do a google search, all that comes up are co-ordinates to put into your gps. it’s like going on a treasure hunt, except you find a big wooden door instead of an ‘x’ to mark the spot. the temperature drops going down the stairs, but you emerge into a gem of a bar. the tables are close and cozy, the bar is the only well-lit section and there’s a charcutrie for high-end snacks in the back corner. the vibe fantastic – the low lighting and small space does make you feel like you’re back in the prohibition era, and the fitout is fashionable without being cold. i ordered a mint julep and a toastie to snack on. the drink was small but packed a punch – garnished with fresh mint and well-crushed ice, the amount of bourbon in there isn’t for the faint-hearted. the toastie was more of a gourmet sandwich made to perfection with jamon and pickles amid the oozy cheese. highly recommended for a classy night out. molly, undisclosed address, hobart place, civic act, no website

great vibe. just what you want from an early/late night venue. fully stocked bar and a bar list that doesn't condescend real drinkers with sugary ‘cocktails’.

service can be a little long when it is busy but that is to be expected at any top end cocktail bar.

hint: get in early to secure tables because at busy times you’ll be left standing.

goodluck

a nice addition. this place is a nice addition to canberra nightlife. inoffensive, a little quirky with the no signage thing going on and a great place to meet for after work drinks. the bad stuff? for an 'easy speak' it's not so easy to hear which i suppose it's to be expected on a saturday night. it was also a long process to order a drink, again, mainly due to the peak period. i enjoy their cheese and meat selection, something a bit different which i think adds to the space. well worth a visit if only for a nice cocktail.

from the secret door to the wooden panels, this place is amazing. we tries the meat and cheese platters and wow felt like we died and went back in time to the 1920s. the staff are very professional and engaging with clients. i highly recommended place and we will be back again. well done enz

novelty factor = awesome. finally got around to checking out molly after having heard about it from a couple of friends. was definitely impressed. there is something awesome about an underground venue, complete with old-style furniture (leather chairs!), a piano (sadly silent while i was there) and very professional staff (including the security). only downsides were a lack of seating (which, considering the relatively early hour, could be interpreted as a sign of molly's popularity) and the absence of ingredients lists on the cocktail menu. people who know their cocktails well would have no trouble, but some (me included) might feel a little lost. saying that -- having to ask questions is a great opportunity to actually engage with the staff.