We all seek the perfect spot for an intimate and romantic glass of wine with someone special, or simply a great place to relax after a tough work week and enjoy a chilled-out drink with friends.
We’ve rounded up five of our fave wine bars to imbibe, eat and socialise when the mood strikes…
Wine Destination of Choice
Sophistication meets relaxation at new venue on the Perth block, Más Vino on Adelaide Terrace. Nestled in the Pan Pacific Perth, this bar offers a diverse wine list, featuring a collection of local and international drops from full-bodied reds to crisp whites, enjoyed in plush surrounds of velvet chairs, oriental rugs, circular booths and moody lighting.
Whether you are a wine lover seeking to expand your knowledge or a casual drinker looking to indulge in a remarkable experience, Más Vino is a destination of choice. Pair a glass of French Chardonnay with grilled octopus, miso fennel purée and Nikkei pickle, or devour beef rump cap skewers and smoked potato purée with a glass of Yarra Valley Sangiovese ‘Leuconoe’.
Neighbourhood Tapas & Wine Bar
Discover neighbourhood Spanish tapas and wine bar Una Mes on Walcott Street in Menora bringing the community together through the best food, wine and company that Perth has to offer. A rustic vibe of dark wood, ceiling beams, potted greenery and a carved door surrounded by stone awaits, ideal for sharing tapas plates and stories with family and friends.
Pair larger tapas plates of slow-roasted baby goat, white wine and garlic with a glass of Parsimonia Cabernet Sauvignon/Merlot, or devour grilled medallions of pork fillet, with mushroom and mustard sauce, crème fraiche and sweet potatoes, accompanied by Terrori al Limit Historic Negre 2021 Grenache/Carignan from Catalunya.
Easy Vibes, Good Times
It’s all about easy vibes and good times at Monte Lane on Brisbane Street in Ipswich. This cool and casual venue is where sharing is caring – plates full of flavour, laughter and stories, all passed around the table – in rustic surrounds of exposed brick, polished concrete and a bifold window bringing the outside in.
Whether you are in for a quick drink or settling in for a night of nibbles and sips, Monte Lane is your space to relax; perhaps pair truffle and mozzarella croquettes, pecorino and truffle mayonnaise with a glass of Hunter Valley Chardonnay or Riverland Fiano, before slicing your knife into sirloin steak, with jus, grilled Brussels sprouts, zingy lemon, rocket and Parmesan. Finish with a divine dolci of housemade triple-layer tiramisu.
Boutique Wine Bar
Find classic cocktails unique to the Brisbane hospitality scene at Lang’s Lounge on Brunswick Street in Fortitude Valley. This boutique bar promises an unforgettable experience in moody surrounds with comfy chairs and couches for chilling out, while posters of classic movies adorn the walls.
Share a charcuterie plate of pickles, cured meat, cheddar, sumac labneh and hazelnuts, ideally washed down with a glass of Shiraz, or confit garlic and chilli-infused hummus, crumbled feta and lavash. Lang’s Lounge is also the perfect place for a special occasion or celebration.
More than 500 Bottles of Wine
Those looking for after-work drinks and a bite to eat in Southbank head to The Melbourne Cellar Door on Dukes Walk at South Wharf. This trendy wine bar is a sibling to The Valley Cellar Door in Moonee Ponds and rocks a chilled-out vibe of wine barrels, fairy lights and leather couches to recline on while sipping a vino, or craft beer of choice.
If wine is your thing, you’ve come to the right place with more than 500 bottles lining the shelves as well as rotating craft beers on tap to go with pizzas, burgers, charcuterie boards and pasta dishes. Sip a glass of McLaren Vale Tempranillo with tender slow-cooked beef goulash in a rich flavourful sauce, served with white rice, or housemade gnocchi with chicken and mushrooms in a creamy sauce.
