I have tried to contact Mollies privately about this issue via instagram dm's, however to no response i will post what i said on here: "Me and my partner went to Mollies tonight (10/2) and have mixed reviews. On one hand, the service was really nice and inviting. However, we were disappointed at the lack of transparency the bar had with its times. There was no clarification when the show started, nor when the restaurant closed, on the website or social media pages. Additionally, there were no times/warnings stated in the restaurant to when the shows were to start/ when the restaurant was to close. I know things don’t always go to exact times but it can be quite inaccessible to people such as myself with autism and my partner with ocd, where we want to be at the show to support the queens but can’t because of this lack of transparency we could not. Additionally, as people not local to the area, this was a bit of a let down. As said before, the staff were not to blame at all as they were lovely to be around, we are just dissatisfied with the management decisions. Mollies seems to have an inviting atmosphere, however due to this inaccessibility i cannot recommend.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$20–40

Went to this place on a Friday afternoon was hungry so I order some food and drinks. I'm not one to complain about food, I just need anything really. I had a pizza and arichini balls the pizza was so dry I couldn't eat it. the cheese was terrible it was hard to cut up it was probably the worst pizza I've ever had the arichini balls are dry and not proper arancini balls the rice was so bad on the inside I had to spit it out. I complained to the bar person. didn'teven get an acknowledgement she just nod and continued I found it very rude and displeasing so I had to leave. The people working at the bar were drinking and socializing with their friends at the same time I really don't think it's appropriate for bar staff to drink while they're working. With the level of customer service I got from them and the quality of food I would not recommend this place to anyone

Most certainly a "local bar for local people" not at all welcoming to anyone outside of the cliques that occupy it. However, this is probably just the Sunday vibes, I trust on more premium nights it attracts a much more diverse crowd and the staff are much more upbeat. Poor babe behind the bar could not be more miserable if she tried. Makes me concerned for how the staff are treated? Not setup for food, despite what seemed to be quite an offering, so unless you're willing to balance your food somehow and eat standing, don't bother. This place has so much potential, but if you're coming from another western country and big city, rewind your queer clock about 20 years, which actually makes this place a queer retro gem!

You can make a booking but that doesn’t matter apparently because they won’t fit you in… disappointing. A friend made a reservation for a watch party for a tv show and on arrival the experience with the bar staff was great, we requested a close up seat due to having a friend with sight issues which they said they were happy to work out. Then it came time to be allocated a seat, we watched all the up front areas be filled, then the middle sections, we tried to speak to someone but kept getting ignored. We were then told by bar staff to sit in one of the spare seats in the back corner, pointless for the person with sight issues! We walked out. Try to support the community but they don’t support you.

I have been to Mollie's a few times with friends and have always found the staff and crowd very friendly and inviting, they have different events on nightly including Drag Shows that are first class, and also Drag Queen bingo and there is the downstairs nightclub Sircuit that kicks on afterwards, located at the beginning of Smith Street Collingwood, if you are driving, street parking is limited, you will have to try the side streets as well, but also is close to tram stops and there is always taxis to get you there and back securely
Meal type
Other
Price per person
$60–80

While on a city escape with the kids we happened upon here while looking for somewhere to eat. Super funky place with people that very obviously enjoy where they work (and I understand why as I work in a similar establishment with similar entertainment). They didn't get mad when one of the kids spilled their drink and were just good value as a whole. Food and drinks were top notch. We left before the entertainment, but we'd definitely come back for a show, sans kids. Thanks for a great afternoon/evening!
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner

We visited this venue last night, a member of our group got up and danced while the drag queen was performing (Not up on stage, just out of her chair). After being told off by the performer, she then took her seat. The member of my group was then berated by the host and we were ushered out by security. Such a heartbreaking and disappointing experience for queer people who work, eat and love on Smith street. Not to mention the anti lesbian comments made by patrons. Super disappointing. Would never recommend this space for any queer women.

This is such a fun place! Drag shows upstairs and a club downstairs, you can find something to do here in a safe space with like-minded people. Or just chill and drink - your choice. The drag roulette and drag bingo were my favorite at this place!
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$40–60
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Calamari and Steamed Vegetables
Vegetarian options
Popcorn cauliflower bites
Dietary restrictions
Vegetarian

We went here on a Friday night for a screening of RuPaul's drag race. A friend attends each week's screening and has a table booked in perpetuity. We arrived and it was packed - the system for getting to your tables could be much improved. Pints were $5, which for a Friday night is great value. I got the vegetarian burger and I was thoroughly underwhelmed. It was a vege patty and there was also a fried mac'n'cheese patty - which was totally unnecessary. The chips were tasty, but there was no sauce!

Was super excited, Uber’d out just to go to Mollies. Unfortunately it took forever for the show to start, to the point we’re the couple behind us left and so did we. I know drag shows are a night time thing, but don’t have 6, 7 or 8 as booking times and not mention anywhere that the show doesn’t have a specific time and starts likely around 10. Staff were lovely tho and food was ok.
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$20–40
Food: 4
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 3

Was very excited to attend the eurovision night held here this Sunday. However, during the night I went to buy a drink for me and my two friends. The total was $42 for three standard spirits that were clearly watered down - a total rip off and it really let the night down. Even if the drinks weren't watered down, this still would have been overpriced. To anyone who's thinking of coming here, please think twice.
Service
Dine in

Had an amazing 21st birthday celebration here a little bit ago. I love the location, the queen's/kings do an incredible job making everyone feel welcomed. Reasonably priced drinks/ specials. Amazing staff.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$60–80
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Vegetarian options
Good vegan and vegitarain options.

On night 1 we waited too much for the show and just left. Someone was late. On night 2 a friend from Brazil got racial-profiled and wasn't allowed to enter because of his skin color. Six people had to leave the bar because he was left outside. The drag queen at the entrance was gatekeeping that night, but surely not girlbossing. She got fired soon later, or that's what we were told.
Price per person
$1–20

I thought this was a welcoming place but apparently not. A friend got left outside by a mean drag queen in blue for NO reason and ruined his night. She literally grabbed him by the shoulders and told him he doesn't belong there. Disappointing especially during pride. NOT coming back and I don't recommend it to any diverse or vulnerable people cause the management is on a power trip.
Service: 1

This is the best LGBTIQ+ bar in Australia. Incredibly welcoming atmosphere, unpretentious food, excellent entertainment and they support local performers entertainers, both upcoming and experienced, to hone their stagecraft many nights of the week. The decor and ambiance are great and it’s wonderful to have this as a fun and relaxed venue for our community to be our authentic selves.

Bartenders were cute and service was good, but just kinda left sad when we left without getting messed with/even looked at. Also we didn't win (which is no one's fault) but just kinda felt like we got drunk and went for nothing haha. I think we were literally the only table that didn't get messed with though so we left sad, and it would be beneficial to try and reach everyone.

My absolute happy place! Fantastic vibes, entertainment food and drink! The drink and food deals are excellent and the quality is amazing for the price! A really fun place to go with a big group, sing along and be happy! A must order is their espresso martini’s and the mac and cheese croquettes! ( the are INCREDIBLE) All the love to the staff and queens they are all the best!

Went here on a Wednesday for free drag bingo. Was a fun night. Had the most delicious Mexican parmigiana. Tender juicy chicken breast with delicious tomato sauce served with crispy Salty French fries. Staff are friendly. Quick service
Price per person
$1–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Vegetarian options
Multiple vegan options on menu

Went to my first drag show here and it was a blast! Definitely recommend going with friends and checking out their schedule on Facebook for their upcoming events. The food does take some time to come out and the chips were really small for the price that it was. Otherwise, the drinks were great!
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$1–20

Mollie's Bar (which not that many can reach) & (Dancing, Singing & dragGing 'Them' way while 'They' try to) Dine® you want good food, great drinks,company with Ambiance that makes you feel like it's a family reunion in Nan's homestead. Go check it out! "Now Sashay... Away!!!" "!¡Because if you can't love yourself, Then how the Helllll!! is anyone else gonna love you¡!"

QR check in at the door makes for an easy entry during COVID times in addition to friendly staff, good food and great entertainment makes for a fantastic night! Lots of different menu options available to cater to different needs and a warm inclusive environment makes this place all the fun it should be!

Had not been out for a Sunday session since life before Covid and what a fab place to have broken that drought at...laid back venue, $15 jugs of beer (90's prices), prompt friendly service and just a generally cruisy vibe about the place...will be making it my go to on a Sunday arvo for sure …

Pretty varied menu at ok prices. And such an inclusive environment! They offer something different for entertainment every night- we went on a Friday and the drag show was amazing! Really talented girls... Keen to go back on different nights to check out everything this place has to offer!

Amazing queer space for the LGBTQIA+ community and allies to have some food, drinks and enjoy some amazing drag content. Recommend Wednesdays for drag bingo
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$40–60
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

The drag shows are always entertaining. There's a few friendly people behind the bar as well as a few sour and rude people. The toilets are always pretty dirty as well towards the middle of the night out. But looking past those always a fun night out. Miss Jay is a fabulous hostess.

It's rustic charm, great staff and drag shows are iconic. It's a fun place to meet open minded friends. Highly recommend it.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$20–40
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes

Absolutely had a blast, Ms J and Tequila bomb killed it. Loved it every minute, me and my friend had an amazing time watching the drag shows and dances along with the bingo as it was drag bingo night. Highly highly recommend Mollies, definitely coming back! …

Had the best Satay Chicken Skewers I have ever had. They were perfectly cooked and came out quickly despite how busy they were at the time. Baby Drag on Thursdays is a popular evening, definitely worth booking ahead, particularly if you are going as a group.

Great drag Queens, tasty food and drinks but very uptight crowd! Most people spent more time looking at their phones and sitting motionless at the tables provided than getting up to dance. In London clubs everyone would have been up having a great time.

Chips were all half burnt. Ordered the chicken snitzel. This snitzel is the bulk pack processed sort from woolworths. Pretty disappointed about the product. Please do sorce a better chicken snitzel product
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner

If you're looking for drag, drinks and diner style food this is the place. Doesn't hurt that sircuit is right below so you can go throw up everything you ate on the dance floor. Great place to catch drag race, but you probably need to book beforehand.

Pretty good food, reasonably priced drinks and usually a show or event happening. It's a great place for a casual drink or a laugh with friends. The smoking deck can get a little hazy with smoke as it's only half open to the sky. Worth checking out.

Had a lovely afternoon at Mollies. The performers were amazing, and the meals (fish n chips and chicken burger were next level!).
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$40–60
Recommended dishes
Burgers

I had a delightful experience at Mollie recently. The location, easily accessible by tram from the CBD area, made it a convenient choice for a Friday night outing. The ambiance was lovely, creating a cozy setting that felt welcoming and

Went for RuPauls Drag Race viewing on a Friday. Need to book a table. Preferably a week in advance. Situated up a steep flight of stairs so not wheelchair accessible for the viewing. Great atmosphere. Food looked good but didn't try it.

A great place to start a night out and go to eat and watch drag shows. The Queens and their performances are fantastic. The food is good. The staff and service is great. A good outside area. A good spot to host parties or functions!

Went to the comedy night on Sundays and had a really great time. Good vibes. Great to see live comedy back after Covid. Nice venue with decent diner food and beers. Lovely service and a warm welcoming atmosphere. Would recommend!

Love this place! Very friendly staff and very tasty food. Always have a lot of fun when I visit. Definitely recommend drag bingo on a Wednesday! Although it is quite busy usually when I'm there so I have always made bookings

I've been to Mollies numerous times for functions for my rugby club, and they've always had great service from the staff, and their food select is delicious and we'll priced.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner

Drag show galore, community love at a baker's dozen, and great reasonably priced drinks! It's a good idea to book in advance, because with a table, you get the opportunity to tuck in some great food truck options …

We went on a Wednesday. The entertainment was good, the food was amazing (Parma special). The food was huge and tasty. The service was impeccable and the place in general has a really good vibe. 100% recommended. A gem

Excellent venue for all ages & diverse people. Eat and dine then enjoy a drink and a drag show. Entertainment atmosphere is vibrant and fun.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$20–40

Came down to Mollies from Bendigo, Vic just for dinner and Drag bingo on a Wednesday night. Food was amazing and we had an absolute blast with the show and the atmosphere. The Bread and Butter Pudding was amazing

Great place to go out pre, post or mid drinks!
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$1–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Burgers

I love Mollies. Whether its Trivia with Sasha Star on a Tuesday or Rupaul's Drag Race screenings on a Friday - Ain't nowhere better for a happy hour deal, dirty fries or a pizza. Vegan friendly and amazing!

Visited Thursday night for baby drag - such a fun night, plenty of seats if you arrive early, smoking balcony. Staff were great but the wait at the bar took a while once the place started to fill up

Great range of menu options to choose from that's really inexpensive. Awesome ambience inside and outdoors on the balcony. Recently been renovated to increase indoor seating capacity to around 85.

Totally amazing night for an 18th Birthday. Food was tasty & came out promptly, staff were welcoming, atmosphere was pumping and the show was crazy fun! Would highly recommend. …

Food is shockingly good, especially when it's so cheap for the area. Awesome staff too, overall a great place to start out the night.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Perfect LGBT inclusive environment, completely judgement free. Friendly staff and the food and drinks are delish. Good place to introduce friends to drag, the shows are very entertaining.

Really quite good food for the location and price. Exceeded my expectations. Show was basic but entertaining.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$20–40

Safe and welcoming venue for LGBTQ+ community. Food on a Wednesday night for Drag Bingo is a bargain with $12 parmagianas. From 10-11pm they give our free nuggets at Sircuit too.

Very rude bouncer and management. Not helpful or understanding. Also, they don't have a contact number or email on their website - they don't make it easy to raise a complaint.

No Prices on the drinks menu. Purchased a mocktail and a pint of Asahi and came to $39! Feel like lack of price on the menu is misleading when charging that much for drinks.

Service can be a bit slow but wonderful staff. Great performances and the food is good for the price. Remember to book!
Food: 5
Service: 4
Atmosphere: 5

The priceless keystone jewel in Fitzroys tiara! Warm, wicked and wonderfully welcoming staff, hostesses and entertainers. Great food and laidback venue. Indulge yourself x

The haloumi salad was woofilicious. aranchini balls were moist, hot and steamy. $5 pints? You can't afford not to drink them. Service was bogan and/but friendly. 5 stars

Great food plus entertainment if you are looking to enjoy your evenings with friend highly recommend this place.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Great Fun! Great atmosphere. Try and get there early to avoid major lines at the door! Bar and Security staff are great, and the Drag Shows are divine …

Cute gay pub that offers good food for the prices, regular drink specials and lovely people behind the bar. Shows and events some nights, and always a good vibe.

Great Parma and fantastic atmosphere. The place was full and patrons were very gamed. The hosts were very funny, lots of laughs and entertainment. Will be back.

Food is average, the bar staff are very friendly. Gets very busy so bookings is probably recommended.
Food: 3
Service: 4
Atmosphere: 4

if yr not white consider going elsewhere. bar staff friendly ish but the lady in black serving drinks..NO! RUDE and racist. served all the whites first.

I had a great time watching the Drags perform and the great beats. Definitely a must do
Meal type
Other
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Lively, fun night out. Bit of drag, lots of dancing! Gets really busy from 9pm onwards, arrive around 8pm for a table. Beer was reasonably priced.

Good except the music is too loud for a place where everyone is seated and so they find it hard to talk unless they go to the little smokers area.

Little gem tucked away. Great foot at good prices. Staff are friendly and entertaining. Wednesday night is a must for anyone that's wants a laugh.

Loaded fries were delicious, bucket of chicken nuggets was 6 nuggets, the rest chips Great happy hour. Staff friendly. Pizza way too salty.

Wednesday night drag bingo with Jessica James is incredible! Great food (with meal specials), cocktails, games and a LOT of laughter. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Just discovered Mollie's and loved it. Went Tuesday and Wednesday! Great specials on food and drinks, very funny entertainment. So happy …

Mollies is fantastic! Everyone always has a fun time. Good food, great venue, fantastic shows, and lovely staff. Easily one of my favourites.

Ripped off by bar staff. Lemon lime and bitters is a non-alcoholic drink and does not include a shot of vodka, or attract a price tag of $10.

Came for the cheap Parma and bingo and had a fab night.
Price per person
$20–40
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Love this place! Good food at a decent price! Love coming to watch drag race on the big screen and then staying for fabuland and drag shows!

The cauliflower with sauce was well cooked and tasty.
Price per person
$20–40
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Friday night drag is always fun at Mollie’s. Cheap and cheerful with a very fun atmosphere.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner

Pretty relaxed. The outdoor area is nice but is also a smoking area so you'll have to tolerate smoke and not being about to eat outside.

I think I'm getting old but the music was extremely loud. The drag shows were great though. I'll just bring ear plugs next time :-p lol

Best place in Melbourne! Must go! The queens are lovely! The staff are awesome! Cannot rave enough how good mollies and sircuit are!

I loced this place! Cham cham is my fav drink at the bar! Staff are amazing. Drag show was wicked fun! Loved it for a fun night out.

Wow! Drag bingo night had me in stitches of laughter. Great service, best value and biggest tastiest parmas in town. Loved it here.

What a fun night, friendly people, yummo food ,great entertainment,
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Love this place! Great vibes, super LGBT+ friendly, good staff, and nice food. The not-quite-outdoors bit is a nice area to sit.

First time there and I thoroughly enjoyed myself. The atmosphere is great and the staff are wonderful. Can't wait to get back

Always love mollies. Great atmosphere and performances. Staff are quick and attentive.
Service: 4
Atmosphere: 5

Nice place upstairs, easy going bar food. Portion sizes are nice and so are the drink specials, $10 cocktails on sundays

Lovely place for drinks and drag. The staff here are wonderful, special shout-out to Boobarella for being extra sweet.

Drag show was amazing. Great atmosphere and the staff were very accommodating.
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Great LGBTQI+ venue. Staff are great. Venue is cosy and intimate. Nice place to have a few drinks and take in a show.

Good food, and nice staff. Loved going there on Wednesday’s drag bingo. Their loaded chips also is highly recommended

Great entertainment, Pub style food available, great tasting, pricing average. At this stage bookings are essential.

Cheap and good food/drinks, fun drag shows and a club downstairs if you want to dance. What more could you ask for.

Nice place to have a drink and meet friends, also have excellent drag performances which are very entertaining.

Great food and great drink prices. Super kitschy and camp interior design. Large smoking area outside too

I always have fun here and the food is amazing (not even joking). You're sure to have a great time here.

Food is solid. Staff is cute. Entertainment is great. Vibes always welcoming to the LGBTQIA+ community.

I love the drag shows here. Always a nice vibe.
Food: 4
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Great food great entertainment. You must try it
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Always great food. Always great service. The Drag Race night is fun fun fun. If you haven't been, go!

Not complaining or anything but me and my 16 year old friends could just walk in without checking id