Top Wine Bars in Brisbane: A Guide to the City’s Best Vine Experiences
Whether or not you know your shiraz from your merlot, or chardonnay from sauvignon blanc, let the city’s sommeliers teach you something new about vino at one of Brisbane’s wine bars.
City Winery
What’s better than one winery in the city? Three! City Winery is bringing wine making to the heart of Fortitude Valley and Brisbane’s CBD. Enjoy boutique Gerler wines straight from the barrel and paddock-to-plate food at their industrial space on Wandoo St in Fortitude Valley, or if you’re in the CBD, indulge in a cellar door, restaurant and wine experience with river-front views at their Eagle Street location, or, pop into their Edward Street cellar door nestled amidst luxury fashion stores to sample handmade artisan blends – why not pair a wine tasting with a sneaky cheeseboard for a mid-shopping snack!
1889 Enoteca
At 1889 Enoteca you can dine underground in an old cellar set up wall-to-wall with wine and a long table. 1889 Enoteca’s wine list features a hand-picked collection of rare and unique wines, specialising in organic bio-dynamic and natural wine.
Proud Henry Wine Bar & Ginoteca
Taking over the Grape Therapy space in Fortitude Valley, wine has not left the building with Proud Henry certainly living up to the wine bar name. Bringing world class vino to the Brisbane drinkers the stellar selection of wine can be paired with a delicious selection of cheese and charcuterie.
Grape Therapy
Grape Therapy is one of the Brisbane City’s best-kept secrets. Grab a bottle to go from the wine shop, or settle into a chesterfield couch with a glass and cheese board.
COPPA
Coppa is the place to go for appertivo. Pull up a stool at the bar, order a serve of prosciutto and select from a range of Italian and Australian wines. It does a great wood-fired pizza too!
Cedar & Pine
A necessary addition to the bayside, Wynnum’s local wine bar and cafe lets you start your day with a long black and finish with a big red.
Malt Dining & Cellar
Housed in the distinctive Wenley House on Market St of Brisbane City, Malt Dining oozes rustic charm with the exposed brick, original timber flooring and double-hung windows with a fine wine list to match.
Felix For Goodness
Head down Burnett Lane to find this little Brisbane City gem. A cafe by day and bar by night, Felix serves up a thoughtful selection of Australian-made wine, beer and spirits, including organic varieties. You can also partner your drop with a dish from its seasonally-inspired share menu.
Gerard’s Bar
Little sister to well-known Brisbane restaurant Gerard’s Bistro, Gerard’s Bar offers a Spanish-inspired tapas and charcuterie menu to serve alongside an extensive range of wines.
La Lune Wine Co
Stylish, social and inventive, La Lune Wine Co boasts a lengthy list of national and international wines in an urban setting. Perfect for that after work drink, La Lune experts will help to choose a wine to match your palette.
Cru Bar + Cellar
After winning the title of Best Wine Bar List in the Australian Wine List of the Year 2015 Awards, it's no wonder this bar is a Brisbane favourite. Choose your drop from Cru Bar's own wine cellar and match with food that never disappoints.
Mr & Mrs G
Settle into the comfortable lounges and enjoy your favourite bottle of red with views of the Story Bridge and Brisbane River to die for.
Bar Alto
Sit on the deck facing the river at the Brisbane Powerhouse before or after a show or exhibition to enjoy a good selection of wines accompanied by an Italian bar menu. Alternatively, pair your drop with the full lunch or dinner menu.
Bacchus
Holding a 2-Glass Rating from the 2016 Wine Spectator Awards for Excellence, Bacchus has been recognised for holding a number of awards for both the wine list and fine-dining experience. Head sommelier Andrew Giblin has designed a sophisticated and modern wine list to showcase these achievements.
Canvas
Canvas is a vintage-inspired treasure in the heart of Gabba Village serving boutique wine and rustic food.
