Police were told the man, last seen running through the car park towards the subway area on Birdwood Avenue, entered the bistro area of the High Street venue just after 12.30am on Sunday with his face covered.

The man approached staff at the bar and produced a small crowbar before making demands for cash.

Staff handed over a large amount of cash and the offender fled the scene.

A number of patrons were present at the time of the incident and no one was injured.

The offender was wearing a dark-coloured hooded jumper pulled over his face with dark-coloured pants and blue surgical gloves.

Police would like to speak to patrons, witnesses, or anyone who might have seen the offender or suspicious activity.

Anyone with information is urged to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential crime report here.