Black Cat

Blackcat on Brunswick Street. Good times and great people... Forever and always! In one sentence…A Brunswick St institution. Blackcat too has undergone changes.

In its 30 year stint as the beating heart of Brunswick Street’s café and bar scene Blackcat has witnessed Brunswick Street develop from grungy counter culture hangout to its more gentrified current incarnation. Always one of Fitzroy’s top venues, a complete revamp in 2002 made it without doubt Brunswick Street’s best hangout. Serving some of the street’s best fair trade coffee by day, come evening

T.BRACY - 17/07/2024 02/08/2024

For your listening pleasure! T.Bracy on the decks with another amazing set. Enjoy. Big love xo

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Photos from Black Cat's post 25/07/2024

Coming up next week, we'll be launching the Deadset Lager from Tallboy & Moose, complete with a Brewer's Shout - 2024 Tour Edition 🍻
Come through for free (and delicious) beers between 5-6pm, Wednesday 31st
Cheers!

Genki Tanaka // 27 04 2024 // BLACKCAT FITZROY 03/06/2024

Our good friend and resident DJ has a new Blackcat DJ Set out!
Recorded back in April, now available on our Soundcloud page. Big Love x

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16/05/2024

Join our crew!
Our group is on the hunt for some new additions to the team. Across Workshop, Fiftyfive and Blackcat we have a few positions that we need to fill with plenty of hours and flexibility for the right people 💙
We're looking for:
Well rounded, with experience in hospitality & management roles
Passion for hospo & customer service with great knowledge of beer, wine & cocktails
Top-notch banter, full of charisma with a friendly and positive attitude
A love of live music, art, late nights & weekends
Full rights to live and work in Australia are essential

Send through your resume to [email protected]
See you @ the bar xoxo

Photos from Black Cat's post 13/10/2023

Unbelievable!! Our once lush and thriving garden has essentially been massacred by Yarra City Council this morning! This is not on! We will be standing up to them and ask 'why would you destroy such a beautiful, loved and recognisable garden of one of the most iconic institutions in Fitzroy?'
We've been on Brunswick St for 41 years, and this is the way the council treats us.
Bu****it
Much love x

28/03/2023

Coming up at Blackcat. Our 2nd Group Show of 2023!
What a line up of Melbourne talent x

11/02/2023

Can’t imagine a better day to be hanging out at the ‘Cat with you cuties

25/01/2023

The jewel of Brunswick St, with a fresh lick of paint for those who noticed 🥳 we’ll be open tonight with a little help from our friends

06/01/2023

🗣 Calling on BC Faithfuls!
Our little home on Brunswick Street is looking for Manager/Supervisor staff to fill some pretty big boots. As a part of our family, you'll find a fun, safe, supportive, inclusive workplace with plenty of room to grow x

A few things that we’re looking for in an ideal candidate:
•One year or more in a similar role, or a willingness to learn
•Wine, Craft Beer & Classic Cocktail knowledge is a bonus
•A passion for customer service & exceptional vibes
•Must be available to work late nights and weekends
•Current Victorian RSA

If this sounds like you or someone you know, please send through a CV and a bit about yourself to [email protected]
Can't wait to meet you!

17/11/2022

Tonight's as good a night as any to get lost in these visuals for a few hours, we'll be your friendly neighbourhood trip sitters xox

11/11/2022

This Sunday! Our 10th Group Show goes up, and we've got DJ Kgomotso behind the decks from 4pm. Perfect excuse for a Pint or 5. Come say hi xox

09/11/2022

make your own main character moment.

06/11/2022

Hi, Hello, Yes, please stop in on your Sunday drives - we might love them just as much as you do!
Now open from 1pm on weekends 💙

📷 pic credit: .milk

02/11/2022

At least 50% of this delectable duo on the decks tonight!

19/10/2022

Soaking up every little bit of sun that peeks through our corner oasis!

04/10/2022

Tag yourself; we're "4 down"

14/09/2022

Day for it! (we say, again, every day of the week)

04/09/2022

and the Brunswick St Sketchers are back for their annual Group Show at Blackcat.
10 amazing artists. 17 amazing pieces.
Come and see! Xo

27/08/2022

Saturday Soundtrack

23/08/2022

We call it: Our Little Slice of Heaven. See you at 2 x

17/08/2022

Just your average cosy Loungeroom with a view, really

14/08/2022

Black Cats are definitely good luck.

31/07/2022

Black Cat had a special Cadillac visitor this week! Come in and keep warm with a glass of mulled wine or a warm coffee this winter ☕️ #3065

27/07/2022

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24/07/2022

BYO book or borrow one from our shelves

19/07/2022

we've had some awesome group shows in the past, thanks to all you talented people, and this Sunday we've got one more!

08/07/2022

Warm up with a mulled wine, in this ideal winter weather ❄️

03/07/2022

Brunswick Street people watching 👋🏻

30/06/2022

How about a side-dish of DJ Seahorse with your Thursday evening selections?

26/06/2022

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252 Brunswick Street
Melbourne, VIC
3065

Opening Hours

Monday 12pm - 12am
Tuesday 12pm - 12am
Wednesday 12pm - 1am
Thursday 12pm - 1am
Friday 12pm - 1am
Saturday 12pm - 1am
Sunday 12pm - 12am

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