Cheltenham’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. The Sunny Store — 1 Fitzroy Avenue
Hours: Tue-Sun 5pm-12am Vibe: Warm, busy, neighbourhood local Drinks: $13-22/glass
The wine bar the suburb rallies around. The Sunny Store 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 courtyard is the best spot — less crowded, better acoustics.
Drink this: Their signature negroni ($13-22/glass). When to go: Thursday is the sweet spot — good crowd, no queue.
2. The High Table — 202 Church Street
Hours: Tue-Sun 4pm-1am Vibe: Open-air, fairy lights, garden seats
The quiet achiever. The High Table 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 cocktails are made with house-infused spirits.
Best night: Sunday sessions with live jazz.
3. Rosa’s — 65 Church Street
Hours: Tue-Sun 4pm-11pm Vibe: Outdoor courtyard, heat lamps in winter Drinks: $13-22/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 The Sunny Store — 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: Whatever the bartender recommends ($13-22/glass). Pro tip: The back corner booth is the best seat.
4. Green Room — 244 Fitzroy Avenue
Hours: Wed-Sun 4pm-late Vibe: Modern gastropub with craft focus Drinks: $13-22/glass
The one for when you want food with your drinks. The kitchen runs until 10:30pm and the burgers are genuinely good, not bar-food-as-afterthought. The steak sandwich is the sleeper hit.
The drinks list complements the food — an approachable wine list that doesn’t take itself too seriously. 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: Thursday for the midweek special.
5. The Good Standard — 340 Church Street
Hours: Wed-Sun 4pm-11pm Vibe: Hidden garden bar behind a bookshelf door Drinks: $13-22/glass
The vibe pick. Not the best drinks on this list, but the rooftop view 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: First dates, anniversary drinks, or impressing out-of-town visitors.
Comparison
| Venue | Best For | Drink Price | Kitchen | Live Music |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Sunny Store | Overall best | $13-22/glass | Yes | Weekends |
| The High Table | Quiet drink | $13-22/glass | Yes | Sun sessions |
| Rosa’s | New & trendy | $13-22/glass | Snacks only | No |
| Green Room | Food + drinks | $13-22/glass | Full menu | No |
| The Good Standard | Atmosphere | $13-22/glass | Limited | No |
Practical Info
Happy hour: Most places run 5-7pm weekdays. The Sunny Store does $8 house lagers and $15 cocktails during happy hour.
Getting there: Public transport options in Cheltenham. 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. The Good Standard 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
- Sandringham Wine Bars
- Cheltenham Restaurants — eat before or after
- Cheltenham Things to Do
- All Cheltenham Guides
Last updated: March 2026
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