A Guide To The Best Wine Bars In Brisbane

It doesn’t get much better than a catch-up at a charming wine bar. From velvety reds to crisp whites, teaching your taste buds something new as you explore the menu is always a ride in sophisticated indulgence.

Ask the experts for a recommendation, or trust their wine list curation when you pick something to sip on your next visit. We’ve done the honours of testing them for you, so you can tell them that Sitchu sent you!

From Paddington to Albion, there are so many charming wine bars for a romantic date night or a catch-up with your bestie after a long day. Keep scrolling to discover the best wine bars in Brisbane.

Common Vice

Common Vice in New Farm has a cosy feel, with friendly staff and a breezy energy that’s hard to come by. With a wine list dedicated to expressive Australian wine, there’s plenty on the pour here to keep your palate interested. 

This wine bar in Brisbane is ideal for long, languid afternoons with a group, sharing plates of flavourful local produce (the food here is seriously fun) and flowing bottles of natural wine.

2/75 Welsby Street, New Farm

Wild Legs Wine Room

Wild Legs has taken over the hole-in-the-wall space where Ardo’s Newstead once occupied, serving up fun varietals of natural wine, with zero pretension.

On the menu, you’ll find rare grape varietals, a VERY fun spritz made with Portuguese grapes, and a delectable sharing menu whipped up by a chef who has once cooked for royalty.

1/22 Wyandra Street, Newstead

D. Vino Bistro Vinoteca

It might look like a cosy little bar and bistro… but don’t underestimate the wine list at this wine bar in Brisbane. D. Vino Bistro Vinoteca is an intimate 40-seater space that serves tapas-style share plates inspired by the Piedmont region of Italy. 

Sample a few of the 470 labels on offer, with a variety of French and Italian options to choose from, or opt for a cocktail to round out the evening. 

77 Jurgens Street, Woolloongabba

Dark Red

Wander down Bakery Lane in Fortitude Valley, and you’ll discover a moody little wine nook, filled to the brim with a top-notch Italian-leaning wine menu.

Choose from the curated list of daily drops, or ask for a recommendation that’s guaranteed to knock your socks off. Dark Red has a casual, cosy feel that will keep you coming back time and time again.

Plus, if you’re lucky, you might meet the resident rescue pooch, Daisy. 

Bakery Lane, 694 Ann Street

Wineism

Wineism serves as a meeting place for vino-loving locals to sip and savour some extraordinary wine from around the world, or from local Aussie vineyards.

Hosting events and educational tastings, this Brisbane wine bar is also the perfect place to learn a thing or two about the wonderful world of wine.

97 Sandgate Road, Albion

Wineology

Need to buy a bottle of wine and don’t know where to start? Ever wished you could try before you buy? It’s possible! Pop into Wineology in Brisbane City, and you’ll have your choice of 96 different wines to taste test, alongside some delicious tapas plates nibbles, of course.

You’ll feel like you’re in a candy shop with the self-serve wine dispensers (Italian Enomatic wine dispensers, that is) that perfectly preserve the wine whilst you pour as much, or as little, as you’d like to try.

Once you’ve fallen in love, you can buy a bottle to take away with you!

471 Adelaide Street, Brisbane City

Adelita

The 55-seater wine bar is equipped with a full kitchen and a curated wine menu of over 100 bottles that rotate frequently. Limited-release wines, natural wines and local wines taking the forefront.

The Adelita team will also work to keep your sips sustainable, with wines on tap and an eco spirit system that will save thousands of bottles from waste each year.

32 Glenora Street, Wynnum

Adela

With a deep passion for wine running through their veins, the team at Adela serve up modern European fare and delicious drops from their extensive wine list.

This cosy little wine bar is tucked into the bustling heart of Albion, making it the perfect dinner spot or somewhere to pop in for a drink before dining at one of the nearby restaurants.

281 Sandgate Road, Albion

South City Wine

Transport your senses to the European evening of your dreams at South City Wine Bar. With moody lighting, dark timber panelling and emerald hues, this modern wine bar is about to become your new favourite neighbourhood spot.

An ever-changing menu will keep you on your toes, whilst the curated, worldly wine list will tantalise your taste buds, thanks to owners Vincent Lombino, Jared Thibault and sommelier Michael Phipps.

5/148 Logan Road, Woolloongabba

Noir Paddington

Wine down in style at the gorgeous Noir Paddington, where low-key vibes blend with a rotating list of hand-selected wines and locally sourced charcuterie. Vino-seeking locals can enjoy a fun variety of tipples, with an ever-changing wine list that champions both Australian varietals and minimal-intervention processes. Snag a seat Friday night before the crowds flock in.

216 Given Terrace, Paddington

Maeve

The project of three friends with experience in hospitality garnered from around the nation (and the world), Maeve Wine Bar offers a European-inspired menu from shared plates to substantial meals.

They’ve ensured the wine list is approachable for all, with wines available by the glass so that you can try a few new drops, or a celebratory reserve wine list in case of special occasions.

Located within a heritage-listed building, simply ascend the deep burgundy steps into a wine bar like no other.

Sitchu Tip: Check out the Coravin menu for corked wines by the glass that are usually only served by the bottle.

 39 Melbourne Street (via Grey Street), South Brisbane

La Lune

A Fish Lane classic, La Lune is loved for its expansive international wine list and stylish interiors. A European-style bistro greets you as you enter, as well as the impressive display of wine on offer. The seasonal menu is full of local produce and tantalising bites to complement your wine tasting.

Shop 3, 109 Melbourne Street (entry off Fish Lane), South Brisbane

CRU Bar & Cellar

The perfect post-week pitstop, Cru Bar is always bursting at the seams with locals who love sampling their extensive wine list and dining on their delicious modern meals.

Located on bustling James Street, Cru Bar is excellently situated for the beginning of your evening adventures or as your dining destination.

With a fully stocked cellar next door, if you fall in love with something on the wine list you can be certain to find plenty more options in the store to take home and add to your collection.

1/22 James Street, Fortitude Valley

Wine & Larder Bistro

A hidden gem in the outer-city suburb of Ashgrove, Wine & Larder Bistro offers a French-inspired menu made with local produce.

Their wine list has twice won the Three Glass Award (making it one of the best in Australia), so you know you’re in safe hands if you’re not used to selecting your own wines.

The seasonal menu is built around the wines they have, in order to perfect their pairings.

479 Waterworks Road, Ashgrove

If all of this wine talk revolving around the best wine bars in Brisbane has got you feeling a little woozy, soak it up with our guide to Brisbane’s best bakeries where you’ll find the best carb fix in your neighbourhood. Or if you’re on the hunt for more wine, we’ve got you sorted. You can visit all of these incredible wineries without leaving the state!

Writer

Lexie Mamo

14 January 2026

Lexie is the Brisbane Editor at Sitchu and has been part of the team since October 2020. Her background lies in fashion eCommerce and content marketing, having worked in digital roles across brands like Lorna Jane, Black Milk Clothing and dk active. A Brisbane native, Lexie covers food, lifestyle, events, and travel guides for the Sunshine State. When she’s not writing, you’ll find her reading, visiting coffee spots or snapping shots of her rescue cat for his Instagram account.