Coburg’s wine bars scene is suburban, welcoming, family-oriented — 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 $11-13, cocktail $17-23. Happy hour (usually 5-7pm) knocks $3-5 off at most places.
Our Top Picks
1. Long Room — 301 Pine Place
Hours: Tue-Sun 5pm-1am Vibe: Industrial-chic, conversation-friendly Drinks: $13-26/glass
The wine bar the suburb rallies around. Long Room 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 back room is the best spot — less crowded, better acoustics.
Drink this: The house lager on tap ($13-26/glass). When to go: Any weeknight for a quiet drink.
2. Sol’s — 295 Railway Parade
Hours: Wed-Sun 4pm-12am Vibe: Corner pub, proper carpets
The quiet achiever. Sol’s doesn’t have a PR budget or an Instagram strategy — it has regulars who come three times a week. The front bar is the draw. Their natural wine selection is surprisingly deep.
Best night: Sunday sessions with live jazz.
3. Pearl Cellar — 69 Railway Parade
Hours: Tue-Sun 5pm-12am Vibe: Outdoor courtyard, heat lamps in winter Drinks: $13-26/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 Long Room — 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 ($13-26/glass). Pro tip: Arrive before 7pm on Friday to avoid the wait.
4. Ash Room — 1 Fitzroy Crescent
Hours: Wed-Sun 5pm-11pm Vibe: Pub grub elevated, beer garden out back Drinks: $13-26/glass
The one for when you want food with your drinks. The kitchen runs until 9:30pm and the pizza are genuinely good, not bar-food-as-afterthought. The wings have a proper chilli kick.
The drinks list complements the food — local pale ales and lagers that pair with the menu. 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. Social — 80 Charles Crescent
Hours: Wed-Sun 5pm-late Vibe: Laneway entrance, exposed brick, jazz on the stereo Drinks: $13-26/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 classic cocktails executed cleanly, no gimmicks. Food is limited to a small snack menu — olives, cheese, bread but you’re not here for the food.
Best for: A nightcap after dinner somewhere nearby.
Comparison
| Venue | Best For | Drink Price | Kitchen | Live Music |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long Room | Overall best | $13-26/glass | Yes | Weekends |
| Sol’s | Quiet drink | $13-26/glass | Yes | Sun sessions |
| Pearl Cellar | New & trendy | $13-26/glass | Snacks only | No |
| Ash Room | Food + drinks | $13-26/glass | Full menu | No |
| Social | Atmosphere | $13-26/glass | Limited | DJs Sat |
Practical Info
Happy hour: Most places run 5-7pm weekdays. Long Room does $8 house lagers and $15 cocktails during happy hour.
Getting there: Public transport options in Coburg. 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. Social 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
- Preston Wine Bars
- Coburg Restaurants — eat before or after
- Coburg Things to Do
- All Coburg Guides
Last updated: March 2026
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