Candela Nuevo Melbourne

Candela Nuevo is on the top floor of 2 Queen Street. It sits a five-minute walk from the intersection of Collins Street.

This South American and Argentinian spot holds the room to a smart, elegant register that feels tighter than the sprawling, casual bars nearby. While most venues in this part of the city lean into the commuter rush, the music here—a steady rotation of Latino and reggaeton—makes it a departure from the business-district norm. It is worth choosing over the crowded street-level options if you want a seat that looks out over the skyline rather than into a lobby.