Dingos is a new bar on Smith street. I think it's become a law now that you can't just open a bar, it also needs to be themed. The theme of Dingos is Australia and they have taken it to the next level.
Native flowers are in vases made from VB cans, passion pop cocktails are on the menu and there are pictures of Australian icons everywhere. It's very tongue in cheek.
Food offerings include a vegan "meat" pie from a vegan place in Richmond, classic BBQ shapes and cheese cubes with crackers. I wouldn't be surprised if they whip out a BBQ once in a while too.
Cocktails, including classics like daiquiris and passion pop with fruit juice, are on the menu. Heads up, they are not the most tasty or well crafted drinks out there. Four pines beer is on tap (delicious) and the back bar has lots of good pics including West Winds Gin (yum!).
I don't think I would go out of my way to visit, but it has the potential to become a locals bar for Collingwood. It would be a great venue for a large group of friends or a party. Straya! read more