Madame Rouge's $1 Oysters — Melbourne Cup Edition

Overview

Not content with offering up $1 oysters every Thursday and Friday, Fortitude Valley's Madame Rouge is expanding the fun to Tuesday for one week only. Come November 7, there's no guessing which occasion they're celebrating — but even if Melbourne Cup isn't your thing, we're guessing that a super affordable pairing of seafood and afternoon beverages is.

No, there's no missing numeral there. One shiny coin is all you'll pay for freshly shucked molluscs at Fortitude Valley's Parisian bar and bistro from 3pm to 6pm (an hour longer than their usual oyster session, you'll be happy to note). Yes, you will have to buy a drink as well to get the super cheap seafood; however there's plenty on offer.

As well as a range of made-to-order cocktails, drinks include a two-page list of Champagne, reds, whites, rose, and sticky and sweet wines. Unsurprisingly, many hail from France — and some cost a pretty penny, if you're feeling flush — but you can grab a glass of pinot gris and oysters for $10, pair them with something crimson for $11, or opt for some champers for $13,