WATER LION Wine + Alchemy

Founded by author and former maître d' Abbe Diaz, this hideaway sits past the hotel foyer behind an entrance resembling an office door. Inside, warm lighting and mellow pacing offer a relaxed escape from the Collins Avenue bustle. The drinks list extends to beer, shochu, and makgeolli alongside craft cocktails and bar snacks, while staff offer tailored recommendations from bottles selected with a clear point of view.