Chill On

The look: Winter wonderland. The ground level is basically a giant freezer, containing some 30 tonnes of ice, chilled to a frosty -11°C and packed with hefty ice sculptures. Even the bar, seating and glasses are made from frozen H2O.
To drink: Seriously frigid cocktails like the Chilly Billy and Glacier Express. Or warm up with icy Jägermeister shots. And breaking the glassware is actively encouraged.
Dress code: Alpine chic. Parkas and uggs are provided to keep you comfortable in the subzero temps but it still probably isn’t the place to model your new miniskirt.
But baby, it’s cold inside: Queenslanders and anyone else who can’t take the big chill should head upstairs to the warmer climes of the Funk Bar which offers an extended drink selection.
The soundtrack: You’d expect Sigur Ros, Bjork, ABBA and maybe, snigger, Snow Patrol but it’s actually drum ‘n bass on Saturdays.
Best for: functions with a difference, homesick Scandinavians, kids. Yep, during 12pm – 6pm you can bring the tykes too. Cover charge applies.

By Marinella Padula

 

Address: 296 Russell Street, Melbourne
Phone: 9663 3877
Open: Daily