Our Story

The idea of Flinders Lane came to fruition in 2006 when two mates, having a few beers after a busy night working at a Manhattan restaurant, reminiscing about the food & drink they missed from their hometown of Melbourne, Australia. 

Inspired by the gritty, urban laneway culture of Melbourne, Australia, the guys wanted to bring a slice of the Australian hospitality culture to the US. Vibrant street art, tiny cafes and hidden bars the laneways of Melbourne offer a treasure trove of local bars and cutting edge restaurants

Where it all began