Life's Too Short Bar
$$ • Wine Bar
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I was wanting a "Melbourne" experience, and it delivered. The atmosphere is moody and intimate, the conversation lively, the wine tasting was great fun, and the rhubarb crumble was to to-die-for (and I do not say that lightly!). Many vegiac options to choose from and I believe they truly understand dietary restrictions from having lived them.
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Very
Quality & Quantity
How much of the menu is available gluten-free?
— Most/All
How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?
— Excellent
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Sigrid was very helpful with catering to our needs, my wife is coeliac, Low FODMAP, GF, DF, no onion and no garlic. We both had the salmon, my wife a varied chef’s salad and I the Norwegian. Both very tasty. The entree prawns were amazing, and the Rhubarb and coconut pudding was divine. The wines were fab!
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Somewhat
Quality & Quantity
Is there a gluten-free menu?
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
How much of the menu is available gluten-free?
— Some
How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?
— Good
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So good! Chef/owner is coeliac so totally understands the requirements. Food has always been so delicious, my non-celiav husband e jots this place as much as I do. Service is real friendly and welcoming, the venues small and intimate, changing artwork on the walls keeps it interesting. Wheelchair accessible gives a big tick too.
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Very
Safety Feature Ratings
- Other dedicated kitchen equipment (oven, toaster, pots, pans, utensils, etc.)
- Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
- Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked
- Food comes out flagged or marked gluten-free
Quality & Quantity
Is there a gluten-free menu?
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
How much of the menu is available gluten-free?
— Most/All
How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?
— Excellent
Other
Other Characteristics
- Dog friendly
- Good for breakfast/brunch
- Good for dairy-free
- Good for dinner
- Good for lunch
- Good for takeout
- Good selection of healthy options
- Good with other allergies
- Offers outdoor seating
- Reservations recommended
From the owner
Life’s Too Short is Melbourne's most romantic hidden gem tucked away in the 160yo bluestone cellars of the old Victoria Brewery. Fine back-vintage wines & bespoke cocktails with an artisan kitchen open until 11pm nightly (often later) for late-night dining. 1am license.
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First up a confession - I'm the Owner and Chef, but I'm also gluten-free myself, so I completely understand both gf and coeliac (and pretty much any dietary requirement). The majority of our food menu is gluten free, as are all our wines, cocktails and ciders.(we've not found a good gf beer yet). We're super careful about cross-contamination and we have really delicious food (and lots of it like gourmet tartlets, over 20 salami, artisan cheeses, flaming crepes and much more). We're housed in the 160yo bluestone cellars in the old Victoria Brewery, now known as Tribeca, handy to trams, trains and busses. We're a cozy little luxe bar with cool tunes and a relaxed vibe. So come say Hi!
Safety
How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?
— Very
Quality & Quantity
Is there a gluten-free menu?
— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
How much of the menu is available gluten-free?
— Most/All
How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?
— Excellent
