Tucked away in Ashgrove is The Junk Bar, a hole-in-the-wall bar a world away from the usual Valley nonsense. This suburban oasis is the creation of Jamie Travaskis, the man behind The Troubadour, who has filled this space with sprawling leather lounge chairs, vintage lampshades, and grandma’s old coffee table. The retro, den-style decor complements paisley shirts perfectly, along with a neat list of craft beer and cocktails are made with love and care. All this and the enviable service make The Junk Bar worth the hop, skip and jump.

The Street Photographer: Junk Bar
The Interview: Jamie Travaskis