Berwick’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. Sparrow — 242 Swan Parade
Hours: Wed-Sun 4pm-11pm Vibe: Moody, dim-lit, excellent playlist Drinks: $18-23/glass
The wine bar the suburb rallies around. Sparrow gets the fundamentals right — good drinks, comfortable room, staff who know the menu. The spirits selection rotates monthly, which keeps regulars from getting bored. The courtyard is the best spot — less crowded, better acoustics.
Drink this: Their espresso martini ($18-23/glass). When to go: Any weeknight for a quiet drink.
2. Sunny Larder — 33 Maple Place
Hours: Tue-Sun 5pm-12am Vibe: Open-air, fairy lights, garden seats
The quiet achiever. Sunny Larder doesn’t have a PR budget or an Instagram strategy — it has regulars who come three times a week. The snack menu is the draw. The cheese board pairs perfectly with their wine by the glass.
Best night: Saturday arvo in the beer garden.
3. Nico Yard — 355 Maple Place
Hours: Tue-Sun 4pm-late Vibe: Cozy wine den, candlelit Drinks: $18-23/glass
Opened in 2025 and immediately became a regular spot for the under-35 crowd. The tap list leans towards Victorian craft breweries. The space is tighter than Sparrow — 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 non-alcoholic cocktail list is genuinely creative, not an afterthought. If you hit capacity, put your name down and walk around the block — turnover is quick.
Drink this: Whatever the bartender recommends ($18-23/glass). Pro tip: Arrive before 7pm on Friday to avoid the wait.
4. The Green Depot — 326 Maple Place
Hours: Wed-Sun 4pm-late Vibe: Neighbourhood corner pub, proper and unpretentious Drinks: $18-23/glass
The one for when you want food with your drinks. The kitchen runs until 10pm and the sliders are genuinely good, not bar-food-as-afterthought. The wings have a proper chilli kick.
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: Any weeknight for a quick meal and drink without the weekend crowd.
5. Rosa — 7 Maple Place
Hours: Tue-Sun 5pm-11pm Vibe: Candlelit basement, moody and intimate Drinks: $18-23/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 short but curated — they do six cocktails and all of them are solid. Food is limited to empanadas and dip plates but you’re not here for the food.
Best for: Small group celebrations — book the corner section.
Comparison
| Venue | Best For | Drink Price | Kitchen | Live Music |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sparrow | Overall best | $18-23/glass | Yes | Fri-Sat |
| Sunny Larder | Quiet drink | $18-23/glass | Yes | Occasionally |
| Nico Yard | New & trendy | $18-23/glass | Snacks only | No |
| The Green Depot | Food + drinks | $18-23/glass | Full menu | Fri |
| Rosa | Atmosphere | $18-23/glass | Limited | Acoustic sets |
Practical Info
Happy hour: Most places run 5-7pm weekdays. Sparrow does $8 house lagers and $15 cocktails during happy hour.
Getting there: Public transport options in Berwick. 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. Rosa 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
- Cranbourne Wine Bars
- Berwick Restaurants — eat before or after
- Berwick Things to Do
- All Berwick Guides
Last updated: March 2026
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