Cinebar Rosalie Village

Cinebar Rosalie Village is a hidden gem - a quartet of tiny boutique cinemas, groovy downstairs bar and dining lounge overlooking Baroona Rd’s eat street.

Here, film buffs can enjoy the latest releases in a realm of exclusivity, starting with a premium beer, wine or movie-themed cocktail in the spacious retro-airport-style lounge and, if hungry, a delicious selection of chef-prepared food from the on-site kitchen.

The 4 state-of-the-art cinemas seat from 24 to 60 and are available for function hire. Along with the latest releases, Cinebar Rosalie Village screens one-off specials like operas, as well as events like the State of Origin, Melbourne Cup and the Oscars. Along with special discounts, members also get to attend exclusive members-only VIP screenings of movies as they are released.

Food and bar drinks can be enjoyed before, during or after the movie. (If wishing to partake during the screening, food and drinks must be ordered and paid for at the time of ticket purchase).

House specialty at Cinebar Rosalie Village are the gourmet pizzas along with cheesy garlic bread and the famous Celebrity Choc Tops (think Irish coffee, Cherry Ripe or White choc and Raspberry flavours).For something light there’s share platters of dips, cheese or antipasto, starter snacks like edamame, spring rolls and dim sum. And as well as the Italian style pizzas, punters can enjoy meals such as tempura fish and fries or meat of vegetarian lasagne.

Then in addition to the choc tops, which are covered with Lindt Couveture chocolate, Cinebar Rosalie Village have their own desserts including lemon meringue pie, chocolate brownie, apple crumble and sticky date pudding.

Coffee here is Merlo and a selection of loose leaf teas and hot chocolate is also available.

Meanwhile, the bar list is extensive and includes a decent selection of movie-themed cocktails, wine varietals, international beers, both standard and top shelf spirits, cider, French champagne and a smattering of liqueurs.

Most of the menu is available in combo deals too, such as the popular coffee and cake or popcorn and wine (plus ice-block).Need to know:  Cinebar Rosalie Village members enjoy discounts special members-only VIP screenings of movies as they are released.

Menu items may have changed since our visit.