The Rove comes to Ocean Grove

SWEET cocktails, decadent wines and local beers are flying out the door at one of the Bellarine’s newest trendy rooftop bars.

The Rove has recently opened at the top of The Terrace in Ocean Grove and is sure to impress with its line-up of top drops.

Specialising in signature cocktails, premium wines from all over the world and a fine selection of beers, the bar is quickly making a name for itself in the local hospitality scene.

The Rove is the brainchild of Bomboras owners Tom McGrath and Josh Friend and business partner and venue manager Miraz Tastula.

The vision builds on the popularity of the Bomboras Beach Bar in Torquay, providing Ocean Grove with a top spot to sip and socialise in the sun.

Mr Tastula said they have been thrilled with the feedback since opening in time for the peak summer period.

“It’s been really great opening out here, there’s plenty of oldies and youngins who have been coming in to have a taste of what we have to offer.

“The three of us in Tom, Josh and I really thought there was a great opportunity to do something here in Ocean Grove. I always wanted to do something like the Torquay Beach Bar, but just with a little bit of a touch-up.

“We are a cruisy bar, with good vibes, live music and good drinks to fly around. Luckily community feedback so far has been fantastic.”

Mr Tastula said its cocktails and wines have been very popular since their opening.

“We’ve got signature ones [cocktails] with gin, vodka, different margaritas and some other special ones that you don’t see at every bar or restaurant.

“We’ve gone really local with the wines which has been met with plenty of support. We’ve also got some French and Italian ones to add to that international element.

“Beers have a bit of a local theme with Blackmans, but then we’ve got a range of other Australian and imported beers for craft and regular beer drinkers.”

While it is currently only serving beverages, following the peak summer period, The Rove plan on doing a small food menu to compliment the dazzling drinks.

For more on The Rove, head to therove.com.au