Top Yard

Awarded chef Adam Inglis has burst on to the city club scene and under instruction from Melbourne’s queen of clubs, Martha Tsmais, has created a CBD oasis that is fast becoming the city’s hottest new after-work destination.

The Geddes Lane (behind King St and on top of Inflation) rooftop boasts 360-degree city skyline views and a cocktail and burger bar line-up that has caught the imagination of a fickle corporate crowd that is always looking for the next in-thing.

The cocktail list offers an international taste with a fun Australian twist that includes Nan’s favourites such as the Lamington and Iced Vovo. A locally-sourced summer sun wine list has been designed to complement the open-air setting that transforms from an alfresco lounge feel after dark to DJ dance club after dark and keeps going until at least 4am.

Top Yard has been embraced by a classy upmarket corporate crowd that morphs into a laid back, let-your-hair-down as the sun goes down and the night heats up. Even with its outdoor under-the-stars setting, Top Yard is set up for all weather situations under the cover of bright umbrellas and glowing overhead heaters.