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POOF DOOF

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Visitors often praise the great atmosphere, music, and friendly staff, with some highlighting specific bartenders. However, there are significant complaints regarding security's handling of incidents and instances of staff being unhelpful or making inappropriate comments to patrons.

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386 Chapel St, South Yarra VIC 3141, Australia
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Website
poofdoof.com

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About this place POOF DOOF

Located in the heart of Southbank, Australia, POOF DOOF is a popular spot known for its energetic atmosphere and inclusive environment. While not exclusively a gay venue, it is a proud LGBTQ+ friendly establishment that welcomes everyone to come as they are and have a fantastic time. Visitors can expect a lively night out with a focus on music and dancing. The venue is situated on Chapel Street in South Yarra, a well-known area for entertainment and nightlife. It's a great place to connect with others and enjoy a night of fun in a safe and welcoming space. For more details on events and opening times, you can visit their website at https://poofdoof.com/.

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Gay-friendly (straight venue) Mixed LGBTQ+ Dance Pop DJ sets Dance club Late night (after midnight) Drag shows

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3.2
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169 reviews

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ivy _
ivy _ Jun 2026
★★★★★
Sala Mander
Sala Mander Jun 2026
★★★★★

Saw a girl get punched by a man clearly on substance, security attacked the girl and let the guy go. Dragged her outside and while sneaking the guy back in. Security are useless, staff are did nothing to gelp the poor girl who was clearly shaken up by the experience but scream at her

Tarryn Woodlock
Tarryn Woodlock May 2026
★★★★★

I love that my man of 7 years likes to play both sides of the fence ! Great cocktail s and great service.

YenTing Lu
YenTing Lu May 2026
★★★★★

I’ve been here several times before and always enjoyed the great atmosphere and environment. The staff have also been friendly, which is why I’ve come back. Last Saturday, I brought my friend for her first time at this club. We noticed some people dancing on the main stage, so I suggested she go up while I took a photo for her. Unfortunately, as soon as she got on stage, a staff member pushed her off quite forcefully and shouted that we weren’t allowed to be there. We were both shocked. We understand that there may be rules about not dancing on stage, and we’re more than willing to follow them. However, we believe this could have been handled in a calmer and more respectful way. The physical push felt unnecessary and potentially unsafe — she could have easily been hurt if she lost her balance. We may have misunderstood the rules, as we had previously seen people on stage during other events. For that, we apologize. While this may have been an isolated incident, I hope the staff can communicate more kindly in the future. Thank you.

Ruby Parlane
Ruby Parlane Apr 2026
★★★★★
Dave Cook
Dave Cook Apr 2026
★★★★★
Ranniel Del Rosario
Ranniel Del Rosario Apr 2026
★★★★★

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Last updated on 25 September 2026

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