The Emerald Lounge

A velvet-lit sanctuary for cards, conversation, and craft pours.

Tucked behind the main dining room, the Lounge at Fortune & Fork pairs Melbourne steakhouse polish with the low, steady hum of offline poker. Plush seating, quiet corners of the card lounge, and the soft clink of glassware set the stage for nights that run long and end late beside our live felt tables.

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Location
Basement level, Collins Street, Melbourne
Lounge Hours
5pm – late, Tuesday – Sunday
Access
Members priority, guests by reservation
Lounge Experience

Where Melbourne’s quiet card-room regulars settle in after dinner.

The Lounge Experience

The Lounge is designed as a cocoon from the pace of the city above. Matte-black walls, emerald highlights, and soft shadows frame every booth, while the gentle pulse of conversation and the rustle of cards set the rhythm of the room.

Plush, low-slung seating invites you to sink in and stay. Every sightline has been considered: from the glow of the back bar to the quiet corners where strategy is whispered rather than announced.

Here, poker isn’t a spectacle — it’s a shared ritual, supported by attentive service and a kitchen that keeps pace with every hand.

Acoustic privacy

Sound-dampened alcoves keep tables intimate, even on the liveliest nights.

Lighting, tuned

Soft, card-friendly lighting that highlights the felt without flooding the room.

Bar & Cellar

Signature Whiskeys & Cocktails

Rare pours, deliberate builds.

Our back bar is curated around slow, considered drinking. From Japanese single malts to limited-release Australian rye, the Lounge whiskey list is built for guests who value nuance over novelty.

Cocktails lean bold but balanced: gold-accented glassware, clarified textures, and aromatics that linger just long enough to mark the moment without overwhelming the table.

Each pour is selected with two settings in mind — quiet conversation, or the focused attention of a defining poker hand.

Recommended for the table

  • Whiskey flight

    A structured trio showcasing contrasting cask finishes, ideal between hands.

  • Emerald Old Fashioned

    House bitters, citrus oil, and a restrained sweetness that holds steady through long sessions.

  • Low-ABV signatures

    For players who prefer to keep their edge sharp while staying in the room.

Members & VIP

Members & VIP Services

Membership that respects your time.

Fortune & Fork membership has been designed for professionals who move between boardrooms, dining rooms, and the felt with ease. Lounge access is structured to keep transitions seamless and discreet.

  • Round-the-clock access to the Lounge on operating days for approved members.
  • Priority seating near preferred tables and hosts who understand your rhythm.
  • Secure, low-visibility arrivals and departures for high-profile guests.

VIP host & concierge

Our host team coordinates between the dining room, Lounge, and Poker Club to keep your evening flowing.

  • Pre-arranged bottle service and curated whiskey selections waiting at arrival.
  • Private introductions to strategy tables and member circles when requested.
  • Discreet handling of special dietary and privacy requirements.
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Kitchen & Lounge

Culinary Pairings

Gourmet shareable platters arranged for late-night dining in the lounge

The Lounge doesn’t just pour — it plates.

The same kitchen that drives our grill and dining room also fuels the Lounge. Menus are tailored for hands that move between chips, cards, and cutlery without missing a beat.

Expect shareable boards, refined bar snacks, and late-night dishes engineered for focus, not fatigue.

Designed around the game

  • Knife-free options for players anchored at the felt.
  • Plates scaled for small groups and private tables.
  • Clean, composed flavours that won’t overpower a dram.

Before, between, after

  • Pre-game dining in the Lounge ahead of reserved seats.
  • Intermission bites timed between rounds or hands.
  • Late-night menus available until the final table breaks.
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Live Poker Atmosphere

Offline Poker & Live Felt Tables

Edge, anticipation, and felt within arm’s reach.

Each night, the Lounge hums alongside the Fortune & Fork poker tables. Members and guests drift between seats, following the quiet crackle of shuffled decks and the cadence of Texas Hold’em chip games on live felt tables in our offline poker lounge.

Some arrive to observe from the periphery, others to step in when the table is right. Either way, the mood is grounded: disciplined, respectful, and ruled by in-person etiquette.

In-person only No online gambling

All poker activity at Fortune & Fork is strictly land-based and hosted on-site in our card room. We do not operate any online casinos, apps, or remote digital play platforms.

Premium felt poker table in a dimly lit lounge setting
Premium felt tables, professional croupiers, and strategy-led sessions shape the rhythm of the room.
Private Spaces

Private Booths & Reservation Controls

Leather-lined, low-profile, yours for the night.

Our private booths and alcoves are designed for groups who prefer to keep a low profile while staying close to the action. Sightlines allow you to track key tables without being placed under the room’s full gaze.

Each space is serviced by a dedicated team member, ensuring drinks, dishes, and signals to the floor are handled with minimal disruption.

  • Configurable layouts for cards, conversation, or post-service debriefs.
  • Pre-set minimums available for corporate or hosted groups.
  • Optional pairing with private tasting menus from the main kitchen.
Calendar & Community

Events & Social Calendar

For those who prefer to be in the room when it happens.

The Lounge calendar moves between culinary showcases and poker-forward evenings, all anchored in the same ethos: elevated hospitality, discreet company, and a respect for live, in-person experiences.

  • Member appreciation nights featuring rare bottle openings and chef-led menus.
  • Invitation-only tournament after-parties in the Lounge.
  • Tasting-led evenings that spotlight distillers, winemakers, and local producers.

Stay in the inner circle

Sign up for our updates to hear about new events, limited-seat strategy sessions, and Lounge-only releases before they go public.

You can opt out at any time. Announcements relate solely to Fortune & Fork’s physical venue and in-person programming.

Standards

Lounge Etiquette & Dress Code

Quiet luxury, clearly defined.

The Lounge is held to a standard that reflects its members. We ask all guests to help preserve an atmosphere that favours focus, refined conversation, and comfort for everyone present.

Dress code

  • Business or upscale smart casual attire is required.
  • Tailored denim is acceptable when paired with collared shirts or structured tops.
  • Athletic wear, beachwear, and overly distressed garments are not permitted.

Conduct

  • Respectful language and behaviour at all times.
  • Phone calls taken outside the main Lounge floor where possible.
  • No photography of other guests or tables without explicit consent.