Collingwood’s wine bars scene is industrial-cool, brewery district — 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. Ivy Store — 281 Easey Street
Hours: Wed-Sun 4pm-late Vibe: Rooftop terrace, sunset views Drinks: $17-23/glass
The wine bar the suburb rallies around. Ivy Store 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 upstairs level is the best spot — less crowded, better acoustics.
Drink this: Their signature negroni ($17-23/glass). When to go: Tuesday for trivia and half-price pots.
2. Rex Corner — 80 Wellington Street
Hours: Wed-Sun 4pm-12am Vibe: Open-air, fairy lights, garden seats
The quiet achiever. Rex Corner 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 Quarter — 337 Johnston Street
Hours: Tue-Sun 5pm-late Vibe: Big, loud, dancing on weekends Drinks: $17-23/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 Ivy 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: Their signature sour ($17-23/glass). Pro tip: Arrive before 7pm on Friday to avoid the wait.
4. Luna — 103 Wellington Street
Hours: Wed-Sun 5pm-11pm Vibe: Neighbourhood corner pub, proper and unpretentious Drinks: $17-23/glass
The one for when you want food with your drinks. The kitchen runs until 10:30pm and the pizza are genuinely good, not bar-food-as-afterthought. The charcuterie board feeds three.
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: The cheese board with a glass of the house red, $35 total. When to come: Thursday for the midweek special.
5. Ruby — 168 Wellington Street
Hours: Wed-Sun 4pm-11pm Vibe: Laneway entrance, exposed brick, jazz on the stereo Drinks: $17-23/glass
The vibe pick. Not the best drinks on this list, but the candlelit basement 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 charcuterie and cheese boards only but you’re not here for the food.
Best for: Sunset drinks on warmer evenings — arrive by 6pm for the golden hour.
Comparison
| Venue | Best For | Drink Price | Kitchen | Live Music |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ivy Store | Overall best | $17-23/glass | Yes | Fri-Sat |
| Rex Corner | Quiet drink | $17-23/glass | Yes | Occasionally |
| Pearl Quarter | New & trendy | $17-23/glass | Snacks only | No |
| Luna | Food + drinks | $17-23/glass | Full menu | No |
| Ruby | Atmosphere | $17-23/glass | Limited | No |
Practical Info
Happy hour: Most places run 5-7pm weekdays. Ivy Store does $8 house lagers and $15 cocktails during happy hour.
Getting there: Tram 86 on Smith St, Collingwood station. 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. Ruby 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
- Fitzroy Wine Bars
- Collingwood Restaurants — eat before or after
- Collingwood Things to Do
- All Collingwood Guides
Last updated: March 2026
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