Sunday Service at Johnny’s Green Room

Starting in September, the Sunday Service – a monthly series spotlighting Melbourne’s top chefs, cult wine releases and DJs curated by Hope St Radio – is coming to Johnny’s Green Room. Running across three sessions (September 14, October 12 and November 9), the program promises chef-designed street food, unreleased drops and laid-back rooftop energy.

Kicking things off on September 14, Mischa Tropp of Toddy Shop and the Hot-Listed Kolkata Cricket Club brings bold Indian flavours to the Lygon Street rooftop – think seekh kebabs with mint chutney and naan, plus paneer tikka with house-made paneer and charred vegetables. He’ll be joined by Bridget Mac of the celebrated young label Werkstatt Wines, pouring her just-released 2025 riesling, while Melbourne-based Maori producer Kuzco takes care of the tunes.

On October 12, Carnation Canteen ’s Audrey Shaw takes over with a selection of spring-inspired plates, paired with the debut 2025 rosé from Gum Wine, by former Grossi Florentino and King & Godfree sommelier George McCullough. Expect sunny, feel-good flavours and music to match from Indonesian and First Nations DJ Ewan Sutardy.

Finally, on November 9, Stavros Konis of Salona and Kafeneion – another venue on our Hot List – closes the Sunday Service series with his signature Mediterranean fare. Yarra Valley winemaker Alessandro Stefani will pour a 2024 sangiovese, rounding out the season in classic Italian style.

Each session will also feature a Campari spritz created exclusively for the day. Bookings aren’t strictly required, but with Johnny’s cult following and unbeatable rooftop views, we highly recommend you rock up early.

This article is produced by Broadsheet in partnership with Johnny’s Green Room.