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Borsch Vodka & Tears, Windsor, AU-VIC

Borsch Vodka & Tears

4.8
4.8
286 Reviews
$A40 and under
Polish

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2 people
19:00
Booked 5 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
Borsch, Vodka and Tears is a Melbourne institution currently celebrating 20 years at the colourful end of Chapel Street. Styled after a Kraków cellar bar, Borsch is a romantic Bohemian enclave, the home of the Green Faery, an ode to a hazy and debauched bygone world. We specialise in Polish vodka, vodka-centric interpretations of classic and modern cocktails, authentic wormwood absinthe, Eastern European beers, contemporary Polish dishes and late night fun times.

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $A40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Polish, Eastern European
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue, Wed 5:00 pm–12:00 am Thu 5:00 pm–1:00 am Fri, Sat 12:30 pm–2:30 am Sun 12:30 pm–12:00 am Bar Tue, Wed 5:00 pm–12:00 am Thu 5:00 pm–1:00 am Fri, Sat 12:30 pm–2:30 am Sun 12:30 pm–12:00 am Lunch Fri–Sun 12:30 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Ajesh
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Experiences

  • WÓDKA TASTING TRAY

    A$15.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    3x15ml premium wódka
    WÓDKA TASTING TRAY photo

Offers

  • Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 17:00 - 18:00,Tue - 17:00 - 18:00, 21:00 - 22:00,Wed - Sat - 17:00 - 18:00
    Join us on the street tables or in our cosy interior or on the bar for Happy hour $15 on selected cocktails and Martinis with $7 on selected Beers as you share some delicious plates from the kitchen for special price.

What 286 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseEnergetic

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Melbourne

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Melbourne

    Lively

  • Inner City South

    Best Overall

  • Inner City South

    Best Food

  • Inner City South

    Best Ambience

  • Inner City South

    Best Value

  • Inner City South

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Inner City South

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Borsch Vodka & Tears delights with "delicious Polish food," a "huge vodka selection," and a "lively atmosphere." Guests rave about the "best pierogies and goulash," while the "vodka tasting" creates a unique experience. The "friendly service" and "authentic taste" make it a "must-visit" in Melbourne.

286 Reviews
  1. Sarah

    New Orleans1 review

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was absolutely delicious! Especially the perogi. Tried them all!

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  2. Adam

    Melbourne1 review

    4.0

    Dined on 22 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Very long time since visiting, 15-20 years. Loved getting back and so pleased it’s still going and has not really changed. Loved the food and top shelf vodkas to accompany.

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  3. Sarah

    Indiana3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food menu is concise and they have mastered all dishes they serve. The drinks menu is extensive even boasting a section for absinthe. If you're looking for great polish food at an affordable price or a specific type of vodka this is the place to go. It fills up so make sure to book ahead.

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  4. Gaby

    Melbourne3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 7 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Best Pierogi I've tried in town! A lovely Zurek (white borsch) too! Goulash was very tasty! Vodka tastings platters are fun! Definitely something different and lots of flavours to try!

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  5. Margi

    Victoria3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 9 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Fabulous food and wonderful service. Can get noisy but that’s just the space you are in. Would go there every week if I could :)

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  6. Frances

    Melbourne2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 27 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great traditional polish food. Amazing cocktails. Soft ambiance. Definitely be back.

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  7. Carlos

    Melbourne4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 24 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent experience, in particular for those going for the first time. Vodka offers was outstading

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  8. Helen

    Melbourne2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 20 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I've eaten here many times and it never disappoints. Food and drinks are always fab!

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  9. Jenny

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 15 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and cocktails were so delicious. Friendly service I had pierogi and golombki yum

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  10. Wilma

    Victoria1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The staff were very friendly and helpful. It was a very relaxing atmosphere and the food and cocktails were delicious. Overall, it was a very pleasant Sunday afternoon experience.

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FAQs

Borsch Vodka & Tears offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (03) 9530 2694.

Borsch Vodka & Tears is rated 4.8 stars by 286 OpenTable diners.

Borsch Vodka & Tears does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 5 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Borsch Vodka & Tears

173 Chapel St, Windsor, AU-VIC 3181

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $A40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Polish, Eastern European
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue, Wed 5:00 pm–12:00 am Thu 5:00 pm–1:00 am Fri, Sat 12:30 pm–2:30 am Sun 12:30 pm–12:00 am Bar Tue, Wed 5:00 pm–12:00 am Thu 5:00 pm–1:00 am Fri, Sat 12:30 pm–2:30 am Sun 12:30 pm–12:00 am Lunch Fri–Sun 12:30 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Ajesh
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