ESQ Bar + Dining

On level two in the heritage-listed Queen Victoria Building, just above sister venue Reign (a champagne parlour), ESQ Bar + Dining is a speciality whiskey and wine destination. The space is reminiscent of a New York supper club – think lots of leather and oak. The Modern Australian menu features standout dishes including a pork jowl schnitzel and gruyere jaffle. With the State Theatre just around the corner, this is great for a pre-or post- show stop (especially as Esquire is open till 2 am).