St LuJa | Cocktail Bar 0 Likes

St LuJa is a cocktail + whisky bar, with also a kitchen and food service. It’s not just a pub, but more upscale in its drink offering.

It’s an Irish/Australian family-owned place. The team behind it includes Luke Jovanovski & James Murphy, with hospitality experience in Melbourne; silent partners include those tied to The Croft Institute.

The interior leans art deco / 1930s style with a bit of edgy eclecticism. Leather seating, booth seating, vintage/moody lighting.

There is a “downstairs lounge” and a semi-private space (“The Dome”) for functions.

A blend of cocktail bar elegance, art deco, Irish warmth / pub-feel, cosy but stylish. Dim lighting, comfortable booths, vintage touches. Good for cocktails, whisky, and relaxed nights out.

What to find

• Cocktails: They do both classic cocktails and more creative or “twisted” takes.
• Whisk(e)y: A strong selection of whiskies is a feature.
• Beer & Guinness: They serve Guinness and take pride in offering what they call the second-best Guinness in Melbourne.
• Other drinks: Wine, classic drinks, signature cocktails.
• They offer snacks/bar food, pairing well with drinks. In some descriptions “modern Australian / American fare”, smoked meats, etc.
• Special deals: e.g. “pie & a pint” on Sundays.