by Tyler Durden
Monday, Jul 12, 2021 - 09:00 PM
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One of Melbourne s edgiest cocktail bars has been forced to close due to business lost during lockdowns devastating its owner and many loyal fans.
Madame Brussels, a bar above 59 Bourke Street in the Melbourne famous for a naughty, edgy vibe since opening in 2006, will close on July 25 due to patronage declining 80 per cent.
Melbourne has endured four lockdowns in the past 12 months, costing the city s businesses billions of dollars.
Madame Brussels, a bar above 59 Bourke Street in the Melbourne famous for a naughty, edgy vibe since opening in 2006, will close on July 25 due to patronage declining 80 per cent
Madame Brussels, an iconic Melbourne rooftop bar up a laneway off Bourke Street is set to close due to lost business during the city s four lockdowns, devastating loyal fans and its owners
Photo courtesy of Madame Brussels
Words by Kate Streader
The beloved venue will say farewell later this month.
After over 15 successful years, Melbourne’s iconic rooftop bar Madame Brussels is closing its doors for good. The venue owners say the devastating impact of the pandemic forced their decision.
What you need to know
Madame Brussels’ last day of trade will be Sunday July 25
The closure comes as a result of reduced visitors to the CBD due to COVID-19
The venue will honour existing bookings until it closes, but will otherwise be walk-ins only
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