Camberwell’s wine bars scene is refined, quiet, prestigious — 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 $13-15, cocktail $22-28. Happy hour (usually 5-7pm) knocks $3-5 off at most places.
Our Top Picks
1. Black Kitchen — 43 Willow Road
Hours: Tue-Sun 5pm-11pm Vibe: Warm, busy, neighbourhood local Drinks: $18-23/glass
The wine bar the suburb rallies around. Black Kitchen gets the fundamentals right — good drinks, comfortable room, staff who know the menu. The wine list rotates monthly, which keeps regulars from getting bored. The front bar is the best spot — less crowded, better acoustics.
Drink this: The house lager on tap ($18-23/glass). When to go: Friday after 7pm for live music.
2. Bright Store — 150 Chapel Drive
Hours: Tue-Sun 5pm-12am Vibe: Hidden behind an unmarked door
The quiet achiever. Bright Store 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. Their natural wine selection is surprisingly deep.
Best night: Sunday sessions with live jazz.
3. Vera’s — 331 Elizabeth Road
Hours: Tue-Sun 4pm-12am Vibe: Small, intimate, conversation-volume Drinks: $18-23/glass
Opened in 2025 and immediately became a regular spot for the under-35 crowd. The wine list focuses on small Australian producers. The space is tighter than Black Kitchen — 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: A glass of the pet-nat ($18-23/glass). Pro tip: Arrive before 7pm on Friday to avoid the wait.
4. Otto Mill — 98 Willow Road
Hours: Tue-Sun 5pm-11pm Vibe: Pub grub elevated, beer garden out back Drinks: $18-23/glass
The one for when you want food with your drinks. The kitchen runs until 10pm and the share plates are genuinely good, not bar-food-as-afterthought. The steak sandwich is the sleeper hit.
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. Mia — 176 Elizabeth Road
Hours: Tue-Sun 4pm-12am Vibe: Hidden garden bar behind a bookshelf door 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 designed around the aesthetic — photogenic serves that actually taste good. Food is limited to charcuterie and cheese boards only 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Kitchen | Overall best | $18-23/glass | Yes | Fri-Sat |
| Bright Store | Quiet drink | $18-23/glass | Yes | Sun sessions |
| Vera’s | New & trendy | $18-23/glass | Snacks only | No |
| Otto Mill | Food + drinks | $18-23/glass | Full menu | No |
| Mia | Atmosphere | $18-23/glass | Limited | No |
Practical Info
Happy hour: Most places run 5-7pm weekdays. Black Kitchen does $8 house lagers and $15 cocktails during happy hour.
Getting there: Public transport options in Camberwell. 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. Mia 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
- Richmond Wine Bars
- Camberwell Restaurants — eat before or after
- Camberwell Things to Do
- All Camberwell Guides
Last updated: March 2026
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