Aspendale Gardens’s wine bars scene is unpretentious, multicultural, value-driven — and the wine bars reflect it. Whether you want a quiet midweek drink or a full Friday night, there are options that don’t require leaving the suburb.
Standard prices: pint $10-12, cocktail $15-20. Happy hour (usually 5-7pm) knocks $3-5 off at most places.
Our Top Picks
1. Felix Yard — 94 Bourke Terrace
Hours: Tue-Sun 5pm-late Vibe: Industrial-chic, conversation-friendly Drinks: $17-24/glass
The wine bar the suburb rallies around. Felix Yard gets the fundamentals right — good drinks, comfortable room, staff who know the menu. The cocktail menu rotates monthly, which keeps regulars from getting bored. The upstairs level is the best spot — less crowded, better acoustics.
Drink this: Their espresso martini ($17-24/glass). When to go: Thursday is the sweet spot — good crowd, no queue.
2. Nico’s — 341 Bourke Terrace
Hours: Wed-Sun 5pm-11pm Vibe: Open-air, fairy lights, garden seats
The quiet achiever. Nico’s doesn’t have a PR budget or an Instagram strategy — it has regulars who come three times a week. The wine list is the draw. The cheese board pairs perfectly with their wine by the glass.
Best night: Sunday sessions with live jazz.
3. Mabel’s — 161 Swan Crescent
Hours: Wed-Sun 4pm-late Vibe: Cozy wine den, candlelit Drinks: $17-24/glass
Opened in 2025 and immediately became a regular spot for the under-35 crowd. The spirits selection includes hard-to-find local gins. The space is tighter than Felix Yard — maybe 50 people before it feels packed — but that’s part of the appeal.
What makes it work is the attention to detail. The glassware is considered, the ice is proper, and the bartenders actually taste what they make before serving. The house negroni uses a local amaro. If you hit capacity, put your name down and walk around the block — turnover is quick.
Drink this: The house old fashioned ($17-24/glass). Pro tip: Ask for the off-menu cocktail — they’ll make something custom.
4. Humble Lane — 253 Young Road
Hours: Tue-Sun 4pm-late Vibe: Modern gastropub with craft focus Drinks: $17-24/glass
The one for when you want food with your drinks. The kitchen runs until 10pm and the burgers are genuinely good, not bar-food-as-afterthought. The charcuterie board feeds three.
The drinks list complements the food — craft beers on rotation with consistent quality. It’s the kind of place where you come for one beer and stay for dinner because you smell the kitchen.
Best combo: Share plates for two plus a bottle of wine, under $90. When to come: Sunday afternoon — relaxed, the kitchen is unhurried, and there’s live music.
5. Sunny Depot — 322 Collins Drive
Hours: Tue-Sun 4pm-11pm Vibe: Rooftop terrace with city views Drinks: $17-24/glass
The vibe pick. Not the best drinks on this list, but the laneway entrance creates an atmosphere the others can’t match. It’s the place to bring someone you’re trying to impress, or to photograph, or both.
The drinks list is classic cocktails executed cleanly, no gimmicks. Food is limited to charcuterie and cheese boards only but you’re not here for the food.
Best for: Sunset drinks on warmer evenings — arrive by 6pm for the golden hour.
Comparison
| Venue | Best For | Drink Price | Kitchen | Live Music |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Felix Yard | Overall best | $17-24/glass | Yes | Weekends |
| Nico’s | Quiet drink | $17-24/glass | Yes | No |
| Mabel’s | New & trendy | $17-24/glass | Snacks only | No |
| Humble Lane | Food + drinks | $17-24/glass | Full menu | Yes |
| Sunny Depot | Atmosphere | $17-24/glass | Limited | No |
Practical Info
Happy hour: Most places run 5-7pm weekdays. Felix Yard does $8 house lagers and $15 cocktails during happy hour.
Getting there: Public transport options in Aspendale Gardens. Don’t drive on Friday/Saturday nights — parking is scarce after 6pm.
Dress code: None of these are bottle-service-and-bouncers. Clean casual everywhere. Sunny Depot skews slightly smarter but won’t turn away anyone in jeans.
Age check: All venues are 18+. Bring ID if you look under 25 — they will ask.
Nearby
- Melbourne CBD Wine Bars
- Aspendale Gardens Restaurants — eat before or after
- Aspendale Gardens Things to Do
- All Aspendale Gardens Guides
Last updated: March 2026
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