Desi Dhaba, 134 Flinders Street, Melbourne

Join us for some fine Indian cuisine in Melbourne CBD close to Federation Square, a hidden jewel serving great Indian cuisine.

The venue serves a fine Indian dining experience at a reasonable price and has some great on-line reviews and some eclectic decorations around the venue.

It is a great venue and has great on-line reviews.

Enjoy some more fun Indian delights in this curry of the month

Meet Ian and Alan at the table for FunFF

Tue, 27 August

6.30pm - 9.00pm

Non-Members / Guests: N/A

MEMBERS ONLY EVENT

Dr Watson's Bar, 417 Collins Street, Melbourne

** Open to everyone to enjoy end of month drinks. **

Join us for our end of month drinks in another great venue in the CBD.

If you are not a member, book in and join us at this end of month drinks night. Meet some of our hosts and members, learn more about the best and liveliest social activities in Melbourne and start enjoying a great social life and great benefits such as discounts to bars, restaurants, shopping, and wine offers.

A recent article on the social club can also be seen on Weekend Notes.

This month we are visiting Dr Watson's Bar that is situated above our favourite trivia haunts, the Sherlock Holmes Inn. The bar is a great spin-off from the Sherlock Holmes located beneath this bar.

The venue is long room that has a theme of Dr Watson and Sherlock Holmes and has large tables at the front, an elegant bar in the middle and other chairs for sitting and dining.

Just like the Sherlock, there is great pub grub and an extensive range of beers many served from the big pump handles with some traditional type English ales such as Hobgoblin, ESB and Old Speckled Hen to name a few.

It is a great addition to extend the ever-popular Sherlock Holmes and create Dr Watsons Bar in a similar style.

Meet at the check-in desk our reserved area at the back of the venue and check out the Baker Street vibe with us.

Thu, 29 August

6.30pm - 9.00pm

Non-Members / Guests: FREE

OPEN TO EVERYONE

Federation Square (opposite the main tram stop on St Kilda Road)

Join a group of fellow Melbourne Social Club bike riders for our monthly morning ride.

Our usual ride is around the Capital City trail which is about 32 km long and the ride takes approx 3 to 3.5 hrs including time for brunch and is mainly on sealed bike paths. It requires a reasonable level of fitness (as there are hilly sections) and a suitable bike in good working order.

We may change the ride a little bit this month but the ride will be of similar length and duration.

Meet David and Ian at Federation Square at 9.30 am directly opposite the tram stop on St Kilda Road.

Sat, 31 August

9.30am - 12.45pm

Non-Members / Guests: N/A

MEMBERS ONLY EVENT

Booking closes on:
Fri, 30 August

Sherlock Holmes, 415 Collins Street, Melbourne

Join us for a trivia night at the Sherlock Holmes on Collins Street which is a British styled pub located on Collins Street.

The trivia night is hosted by comedian Janet McLeod and offers winners $50 food & drink vouchers as well as quiz rounds for Jugs of Beer, Bottles of wine etc. Janet is a well-respected comedian and has a way of getting you involved in the night.

The Sherlock Holmes opened in 1985 and the hostelry has been extremely well received, as have its comestibles, ales wines and spirits. So much so that the worst criticism has been that the establishment is too small for the large numbers of discerning citizens who wish to avail themselves of the sundry attractions which this unique tavern affords.

Here is a home for the aficionados of the works of the eneffable Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, where the friendly shades of Dr Watson, Professor Moriarty (a changed man since he went over the falls) and the Stradivarius-playing, opium-smoking genius himself, the Great Detective, await your pleasure.

So meet Nicole at the reserved table for a fun trivia night.

Tue, 3 September

6.00pm - 9.00pm

Non-Members / Guests: N/A

MEMBERS ONLY EVENT

Booking closes on:
Mon, 2 September

Coopers Inn, 282 Exhibition Street, Melbourne

Come and join the team for some good old fashioned pub fun.

A glorious Victorian triple storey pub on the corner of Exhibition and Lt Lonsdale, the Coopers Inn has traded since 1854, and in a show of defiance resembling contestants on Survivor, may continue to ‘outwit, outplay and most importantly outlast’ those genuine few that remain in this game and operate like this.

The food menu is kept to a minimum, and here is where the pub understands that a fully plated, prepared from scratch main at a reasonable price must be offered to compete with the competition surrounding it. It is good pub grub.

So meet Nicole at the reserved tables.

Fri, 6 September

6.30pm - 10.00pm

Non-Members / Guests: N/A

MEMBERS ONLY EVENT

Booking closes on:
Thu, 5 September

Outside PTV Hub, Ground Floor at Southern Cross Station

Join us for a day trip to the picturesque village of Woodend about an hour from Melbourne by train to enjoy lunch inside the iconic, restored 19th century Holgate Brewhouse and visit the rural village of Woodend.

Woodend has cosmopolitan cafés, book stores an eclectic shopping mix of old and new wares for all tastes, including the award winning vanilla slices at Bourkie’s Bakehouse, local gourmet treats from the village deli’s, local fruit and organic veggies and all manner of options for barista quality coffee.

Holgate’s Woodend Brewhouse combines a brewery, public bar, restaurant and hotel under a single roof, relax and kick-back in the friendly atmosphere of the cosy bar and lounge.

Please make sure your Myki is topped up with the correct fare or purchase a V-line ticket for the journey. We will order lunch on the day at the Holgate Brewhouse with all food and drinks at own expense.

Meet Alan and Ian at the PTV Hub located on the Ground Floor near WH Smith at Southern Cross (Spencer St) railway station at 10am for a 10.22am train departure and return on the 4.16pm train from Bendigo. Note other return trains are available about an hour apart if we decide to stay later.

Sun, 8 September

10.00am - 5.20pm

Non-Members / Guests: N/A

MEMBERS ONLY EVENT

Booking closes on:
Sat, 7 September

The Terminus Hotel, 492 Queens Parade, Fitzroy North

Each month we are showcasing a bar well known for its beer and great character. The Terminus Hotel has a well-earned reputation as a good local pub, it fact it is a Gastropub with a huge range of food options.

The nine taps lining the front bar feature the best beers on offer from Australian microbreweries, often including extremely limited releases and brewery showcases, and also you can also choose from an equally impressive selection of bottled beer and ciders from around the world.

In a similar vein, the wine list features smaller producers from Australia and New Zealand as well as some easily recognisable names.

The venue is listed in the Good Food Guide, Cheap Eats and has an 85% rating on Urbanspoon and located in North Fitzroy and on the border of Clifton Hill and Northcote.

All food and drinks at own expense.

Meet Alan at the reserved table(s)

Wed, 11 September

7.00pm - 9.00pm

Non-Members / Guests: N/A

MEMBERS ONLY EVENT

Booking closes on:
Tue, 10 September

25 Dukes Walk, South Wharf

Ok, so you know how we all love our wine and craft beer? Well there is this place that is absolutely perfect for us!!

Melbourne Cellar Door is the place for wine and craft beer lovers to go to in Melbourne's South Wharf precinct.

Over 600 bottles of wine on offer and more than 60 wines by the glass (rotated frequently).

All wines are sourced from small, independent, family owned producers. Strong relationships built over time allow MCD to source museum releases, back vintages and small parcel bottling.

Beer lovers are also well catered for at MCD as South Wharf's only dedicated craft beer venue. There are 8 rotating taps and over 130 craft beers in the fridge with Sour, Gose, Lager, Pilsner, Golden, Wheat, Pale Ale, IPA, Red, Amber, Brown, Porter, Stout, Imperial Stout all represented.

The menu is light and designed for 'sharing & grazing', focused on artisan cheeses, funky cured meats & pizzas.

Happy hour is between 4 and 7pm.

Meet Nicole at the reserved area.

Fri, 13 September

6.30pm - 10.00pm

Non-Members / Guests: N/A

MEMBERS ONLY EVENT

Booking closes on:
Thu, 12 September

Max on Hardware, 56 Hardware Lane, Melbourne CBD

Join us for a Saturday night in Hardware Lane, the laneway that buzzes day and night in the city.

We will be starting at Max on Hardware that has great authentic Italian food options and great online reviews.

It is a busy place with a very high ranking on tripadvisor and a great mix of home-made pasta, pizzas, risotto as well as steaks, fish, salads, parmas, char grill options and other Italian favourites.

After dinner, see some of the sights along Hardware Lane.

There are car parks and off street parking around Hardware Lane, SMS reminders will be sent on Saturday afternoon after 1pm.

Meet Albert at the venue and the booking will be under Albert.

Sat, 14 September

7.00pm - 9.00pm

Non-Members / Guests: N/A

MEMBERS ONLY EVENT

Booking closes on:
Fri, 13 September

Mrs Parmas, 25 Little Bourke Street, Melbourne

Join us as we pay a visit to Mrs Parmas for the most Australian of foods, the parma, but if you would like something other than a parma, never fear, the venue has quite a menu of other items to eat, so you are sure to find something you like. They also have vegetarian, gluten free and egg free meals available.

Mrs Parmas specialises in local boutique beers and parmas (Chicken, beef or eggplant) with a dozen or more different toppings to choose from.

It has a great 85% rating on Urbanspoon and is a popular spot in Melbourne.

The venue is conveniently located, just a short walk from Parliament Station and the 86 and 96 trams.

Meet Alan at the reserved table(s).

Wed, 18 September

6.30pm - 9.00pm

Non-Members / Guests: N/A

MEMBERS ONLY EVENT

Booking closes on:
Tue, 17 September

PTV Hub - Southern Cross Station

Step back in time on the Victorian Goldfields Railway.

Today we will be travelling to the Historic town of Maldon on the Victorian Goldfields Railway's Steam train travelling first class. The town itself was once a thriving metropolis. Maldon's reputation as a picturesque historic town, known for its intact 19th century town centre is well established.

One of the most important late 19th and early 20th century townscapes in Victoria, Maldon began as a gold rush town in 1854 with the discovery of alluvial gold at the base of Mt Tarrangower. It developed as an industrial mining town during the later years of the 1800s. As one of Victoria's richest quartz mining centers, various mines at various times recorded the highest returns in the State. Mining declined in the first years of the 20th century, the last mine of the era closed in 1926, and the town's population and fortunes similarly declined....

We will have 2 hours in Maldon for Lunch at The Kangaroo Hotel before heading back to Castlemaine on the train. Lunch at own expense.

Cost is for the Historic Railways only. Please make sure you have enough money on your Myki Card for the trip to Castlemaine and return. You will need $35 for the return trip

Meet Nicole at the PTV Hub.

Sun, 22 September

10.10am - 5.30pm

Non-Members / Guests: N/A

Prepayment required for this event

MEMBERS ONLY EVENT

Booking closes on:
Sat, 21 September

Curry Vault, 18 Bank Place, Melbourne CBD

Due to popular demand, we head to the Indian subcontinent for a feast of India-inspired food for our curry in the month of September..

The Curry Vault menu combines an eclectic mix of traditional and modern Indian cuisine combined with personable and efficient service.

Regarded by many as some of the best Indian food in Melbourne, there is sure to be something on the menu that will satisfy those of you looking for a feast of Indian food, served in the traditional way.

The venue is licensed and has a very reasonably priced wine list, offering many varieties by the glass.

Meet Ian and Alan at the table(s) reserved for FunFF.

Tue, 24 September

6.30pm - 9.00pm

Non-Members / Guests: N/A

Venue to be announced

** Open to everyone to enjoy end of month drinks. **

Join us for our end of month drinks.

If you are not a member, book in and join us at this end of month drinks night. Meet some of our hosts and members, learn more about the best and liveliest social activities in Melbourne and start enjoying a great social life and great benefits such as discounts to bars, restaurants, shopping, and wine offers.

A recent article on the social club can also be seen on Weekend Notes.

Venue to be announced soon.

Thu, 26 September

6.30pm - 9.00pm

Non-Members / Guests: FREE