Chadstone’s wine bars scene is creative, walkable, authentic — 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 $12-14, cocktail $19-25. Happy hour (usually 5-7pm) knocks $3-5 off at most places.
Our Top Picks
1. Good Press — 135 Mary Crescent
Hours: Tue-Sun 5pm-12am Vibe: Rooftop terrace, sunset views Drinks: $14-28/glass
The wine bar the suburb rallies around. Good Press 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: A glass of the house red ($14-28/glass). When to go: Thursday is the sweet spot — good crowd, no queue.
2. River’s — 190 Sydney Drive
Hours: Wed-Sun 4pm-11pm Vibe: Hidden behind an unmarked door
The quiet achiever. River’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 parma is legitimately one of the best in the area.
Best night: Friday DJs from 9pm.
3. White Post — 140 Mary Crescent
Hours: Wed-Sun 5pm-11pm Vibe: Outdoor courtyard, heat lamps in winter Drinks: $14-28/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 Good Press — 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 tap list rotates every two weeks with a Victorian-only policy. If you hit capacity, put your name down and walk around the block — turnover is quick.
Drink this: A glass of the pet-nat ($14-28/glass). Pro tip: The back corner booth is the best seat.
4. Iris — 101 Homer Lane
Hours: Wed-Sun 4pm-late Vibe: Neighbourhood corner pub, proper and unpretentious Drinks: $14-28/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 — a cocktail list designed around the kitchen’s flavours. It’s the kind of place where you come for one beer and stay for dinner because you smell the kitchen.
Best combo: The cheese board with a glass of the house red, $35 total. When to come: Sunday afternoon — relaxed, the kitchen is unhurried, and there’s live music.
5. Marco Table — 121 Bay Place
Hours: Tue-Sun 4pm-12am Vibe: Rooftop terrace with city views Drinks: $14-28/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 charcuterie and cheese boards only but you’re not here for the food.
Best for: First dates, anniversary drinks, or impressing out-of-town visitors.
Comparison
| Venue | Best For | Drink Price | Kitchen | Live Music |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Good Press | Overall best | $14-28/glass | Yes | Fri-Sat |
| River’s | Quiet drink | $14-28/glass | Yes | No |
| White Post | New & trendy | $14-28/glass | Snacks only | No |
| Iris | Food + drinks | $14-28/glass | Full menu | No |
| Marco Table | Atmosphere | $14-28/glass | Limited | Acoustic sets |
Practical Info
Happy hour: Most places run 5-7pm weekdays. Good Press does $8 house lagers and $15 cocktails during happy hour.
Getting there: Public transport options in Chadstone. 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. Marco Table 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
- Brighton Wine Bars
- Chadstone Restaurants — eat before or after
- Chadstone Things to Do
- All Chadstone Guides
Last updated: March 2026
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