Recess Bar Upstairs

4.7

40 Reviews

$40 and under

Australian

Great for creative cocktails
Lively
Good for groups

Geelong’s best cocktail bar impresses from the moment you head upstairs. You’re struck with a stunning beer garden with sweeping views of the beautiful St Mary’s church.

It’s the perfect place to sip on our delicious Cocktails, open from Wednesday to Saturday from 4pm.

Our cocktails are playfully named which makes it the ideal place to expand your mixed drink education.

There are also a number of local and imported wines and beers available at the bar, as well as local and imported beers and cider on tap.

In terms of entertainment the upstairs bar features Drag & DJs every Friday and Saturday night, hosting ‘Fabulous Friday’ and ‘Saucy Saturdays’ with Queens in Sequins for Geelong’s Best Free Drag Show.

We only take reservations to 8pm, after this you are welcome to walk in.

Our Kitchen opens from 5pm to approx. 9pm with our bar menu, this is an order at the bar scenario
15% surcharge applies on public ho

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$40 and under
Cuisines
Australian
Hours of operation
Bar Wed, Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–1:00 am
Phone number
0419 584 464
Website
http://recessbarandeats.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
247 Moorabool St, Geelong, AU-VIC 3220
Neighborhood
Geelong City Center
Parking details
Car park at rear
Additional
Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Local Rainbow OlivesA$8.00
Loaded TahiniA$16.00
w/ cannellini beans, artichoke, olives, naan bread
Three Cheese Arancini (3)A$19.00
w/ whipped beetroot feta, apple, walnut
Crispy Fried PolentaA$18.00
w/ avocado crème, charred corn, jalapenos, tequila lime mayo
Beetroot + Gin Cured SalmonA$22.00
w/ caperberries, dill crème, cucumber, pickled red onion
Buffalo Mozzarella SaladA$19.00
w/ nectarine, fried prosciutto, fennel, witlof, champagne vinaigrette
Calamari SaladA$22.00
w/ baked parmesan, chilli candied lemon, endive, lemon aioli
Buttermilk Fried Chicken
w/ gherkin aioli
- Small (4)A$16.00
- Large (6)A$24.00

Sides

Cauliflower Macaroni & CheeseA$14.00
w/ truffle oil
Sautéed Greens*A$12.50
w/ slivered almonds, capers, raisins
Gem Lettuce Salad*A$12.50
w/ cucumber, parmesan, hazelnuts, pepitas, creamy balsamic
French Fries*A$9.50
w/ fry sauce

Dessert

Cinnamon Donut*A$16.00
w/ apple compote, vanilla bean + nutmeg ice cream, butterscotch sauce
Pina Colada ParfaitA$16.00
w/ lime + pineapple salsa, toasted coconut, mint
Chocolate PavlovaA$16.00
w/ blackberry cream, chocolate ganache, kiwi puree

Sparkling & Champagne

NV Bandini, Prosecco, Veneto, ItalyA$12.00
NV Oakdene, Pinot Noir Chardonnay Brut, Bellarine Peninsula, VICA$13.00
2017 Frogmore Creek, Pinot Noir Chardonnay, Coal River Valley, TasmaniaA$83.00
NV Louis Roederer, Brut Premier, Champagne, FranceA$125.00
2020 All Saints, Moscato, Rutherglen, VICA$10.00
2012 Cristal, Brut, Champagne, FranceA$490.00

White

2021 Rieslingfreak No.3 Clare Valley, SAA$11.00
2019 Oakdene, Sauvignon Blanc, Bellarine Peninsula, VICA$12.00
2020 Dog Point, Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, NZA$55.00
2019 Mountadam, Pinot Gris, Eden Valley, SAA$12.00
2019 Aquilani, Pinot Grigio, Veneto, ItalyA$53.00
2019 Banks Road, Pinot Grigio, Bellarine Peninsula, VICA$14.00
2020 Mazzini, Chardonnay, Geelong, VICA$14.00
2019 Burton McMahon, Chardonnay, Yarra Valley, VICA$14.00
2020 Giant Steps, Chardonnay, Yarra Valley, VICA$65.00
2019 Tolpuddle, Chardonnay, Coal River Valley, TASA$130.00

Rosé

2019 AIX Rose, Provence FranceA$14.00

Red

2020 Black Cottage, Pinot Noir, Marlborough, NZA$12.00
2019 Nanny Goat, Pinot Noir, Central Otago, NZA$58.00
2019 Banks Road, Pinot Noir, Bellarine Peninsula, VICA$14.00
2019 Oakdene, Shiraz, Bellarine Peninsula, VICA$14.00
2018 Cake, Shiraz, Adelaide Hills, SAA$12.00
2019 Other Wine Co., Grenache, McLaren ValeA$13.00
2020 Mazzini, Shiraz, Geelong, VICA$60.00
2019 Tar & Roses, The Rose, Shiraz, Heathcote, VICA$79.00
2018 Penny's Hill, Edwards Road, Cabernet Sauvignon, Mclaren Vale, SAA$58.00

Cocktails

$19

Espresso Martini
Vodka O, Mr. Black, Mozart, Espresso
Devil's Advocate
London Dry Gin, Amaro Montenegro, Honey, Lemon Myrtle, Bush Tonic
Chatterbox
Reposado Tequila, Rhubi Mistelle, Pear, Green Apple, Orgeat, Orange Blossom, Lime
Pop Quiz
Sloe Gin, White Hibiscus, Grapefruit, Apple, Pineapple, Lemon
Risky Rumour
Plantation Dark Rum, Mango, Peach, Guava, Orgeat, Lime, Bitters
Jazzy Juicebox
Vodka O, Melon, Kiwi, Mint, Orange, Lemon, Soda
French Kiss
Vodka O, Chambord, Rose, Pineapple, Lemon
Naughty Nomad
Blanco Tequila, Aperol, Vetiver Gris, Grapefruit, Lime, Aromatic Bitters
Johnny Sins
Japanese Whiskey, Fig, Chinotto, Ginger, Lemon
First Base
White Rum, Cachaça, Watermelon, Strawberry, Mint, Lime
El Pepino
London Dry Gin, Cointreau, Jasmine, Cucumber, Lemon
Class Pet
Gin, Cucumber, Aloe, Melon, Bergamot, Chartreuse Elixir, Lemon, Prosecco

Mocktails

$14

Rickey Baby
Ovant Grace, Cucumber, Apple, Mint, Lime, Soda
Miss Scarlett
Non-Alcoholic Gin, Italian Orange, Strawberry, Vanilla, Lemon

Beers & Cider

CoronaA$9.00
Stone & Wood Pacific AleA$9.00
AsahiA$9.00
Balter XPAA$12.00
Great NorthernA$8.00
Birra MorettiA$9.00
White Rabbit Dark AleA$9.00
Moon Dog 'Old Mate Pale Ale'A$9.00
Wilde LagerA$9.00
Flying Brick Pear CiderA$9.00
Flying Brick Draught CiderA$9.00
Atomic Pale Ale (Tap)A$6.50
Moon Dog Lager (Tap)A$6.50
Matso's Alcoholic Ginger Beer (Tap)A$7.50

What 40 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.7

4.7 based on all time ratings

4.8Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

40 Reviews

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OlsenK
Victoria
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 1, 2021
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great experience, friendly and flexible staff. Will visit again
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AndieT
Victoria
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 20, 2021
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food and cocktails, amazing drag show! Friendly and timely service too! Cant wait to go back x
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JuliaG
Gold Coast
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 19, 2021
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I had such an amazing time last night at Recess. All of the staff I spoke with were SO lovely, the food was epic, the vibe was awesome and the performers were so so good!! Absolutely loved it thank you so much!
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KylieM
Victoria
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 13, 2021
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
Food wasn’t too bad but venue became extremely loud and club like after 8pm. Would book earlier to be able to talk/catch up with friends first befire too loud to hear a thing they say. Drag shows was wonderful though!!
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AnthonyL
Melbourne
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 5, 2021
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Recess Bar is fun place to catch up with friends for a cool cocktail or glass of wine.
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Becc
Victoria
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 29, 2021
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great vibe, delish food and drinks! Andrew and the crew are are great.
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Taylah
Victoria
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 29, 2021
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Super friendly and helpful staff. Very accommodating and delicious cocktails
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louie
New York City
17 reviews
vip
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on August 19, 2021
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Awesome food and super friendly service. The staff are amazing and great company at the bar.
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Johno
Victoria
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on August 19, 2021
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Was pleasantly surprised, as there was nearly a full house and the noise was ok. My guest was also pleased.
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KateW
Victoria
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 14, 2021
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Never disappoints! Great service, great food and cocktails. Even though we were outside we had great heating, no issues
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Recess Bar Upstairs is rated 4.7 stars by 40 OpenTable diners.

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247 Moorabool St, Geelong, AU-VIC 3220

Additional information

Neighborhood
Geelong City Center
Hours of operation
Bar Wed, Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–1:00 am
Price
$40 and under
Cuisines
Australian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Car park at rear
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Website
http://recessbarandeats.com/
Phone number
0419 584 464

Recess Bar Upstairs

Not available on OpenTable

There’s more to explore

Additional information

Share Plates

Local Rainbow OlivesA$8.00

Loaded TahiniA$16.00

Three Cheese Arancini (3)A$19.00

Crispy Fried PolentaA$18.00

Beetroot + Gin Cured SalmonA$22.00

Buffalo Mozzarella SaladA$19.00

Calamari SaladA$22.00

Buttermilk Fried Chicken

Sides

Cauliflower Macaroni & CheeseA$14.00

Sautéed Greens*A$12.50

Gem Lettuce Salad*A$12.50

French Fries*A$9.50

Dessert

Cinnamon Donut*A$16.00

Pina Colada ParfaitA$16.00

Chocolate PavlovaA$16.00

Sparkling & Champagne

NV Bandini, Prosecco, Veneto, ItalyA$12.00

NV Oakdene, Pinot Noir Chardonnay Brut, Bellarine Peninsula, VICA$13.00

2017 Frogmore Creek, Pinot Noir Chardonnay, Coal River Valley, TasmaniaA$83.00

NV Louis Roederer, Brut Premier, Champagne, FranceA$125.00

2020 All Saints, Moscato, Rutherglen, VICA$10.00

2012 Cristal, Brut, Champagne, FranceA$490.00

White

2021 Rieslingfreak No.3 Clare Valley, SAA$11.00

2019 Oakdene, Sauvignon Blanc, Bellarine Peninsula, VICA$12.00

2020 Dog Point, Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, NZA$55.00

2019 Mountadam, Pinot Gris, Eden Valley, SAA$12.00

2019 Aquilani, Pinot Grigio, Veneto, ItalyA$53.00

2019 Banks Road, Pinot Grigio, Bellarine Peninsula, VICA$14.00

2020 Mazzini, Chardonnay, Geelong, VICA$14.00

2019 Burton McMahon, Chardonnay, Yarra Valley, VICA$14.00

2020 Giant Steps, Chardonnay, Yarra Valley, VICA$65.00

2019 Tolpuddle, Chardonnay, Coal River Valley, TASA$130.00

Rosé

2019 AIX Rose, Provence FranceA$14.00

Red

2020 Black Cottage, Pinot Noir, Marlborough, NZA$12.00

2019 Nanny Goat, Pinot Noir, Central Otago, NZA$58.00

2019 Banks Road, Pinot Noir, Bellarine Peninsula, VICA$14.00

2019 Oakdene, Shiraz, Bellarine Peninsula, VICA$14.00

2018 Cake, Shiraz, Adelaide Hills, SAA$12.00

2019 Other Wine Co., Grenache, McLaren ValeA$13.00

2020 Mazzini, Shiraz, Geelong, VICA$60.00

2019 Tar & Roses, The Rose, Shiraz, Heathcote, VICA$79.00

2018 Penny's Hill, Edwards Road, Cabernet Sauvignon, Mclaren Vale, SAA$58.00

Cocktails

Espresso Martini

Devil's Advocate

Chatterbox

Pop Quiz

Risky Rumour

Jazzy Juicebox

French Kiss

Naughty Nomad

Johnny Sins

First Base

El Pepino

Class Pet

Mocktails

Rickey Baby

Miss Scarlett

Beers & Cider

CoronaA$9.00

Stone & Wood Pacific AleA$9.00

AsahiA$9.00

Balter XPAA$12.00

Great NorthernA$8.00

Birra MorettiA$9.00

White Rabbit Dark AleA$9.00

Moon Dog 'Old Mate Pale Ale'A$9.00

Wilde LagerA$9.00

Flying Brick Pear CiderA$9.00

Flying Brick Draught CiderA$9.00