Keysborough’s wine bars scene is affordable, diverse, developing — 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 $10-12, cocktail $15-20. Happy hour (usually 5-7pm) knocks $3-5 off at most places.
Our Top Picks
1. Ada — 281 Murray Drive
Hours: Wed-Sun 4pm-1am Vibe: Warm, busy, neighbourhood local Drinks: $14-22/glass
The wine bar the suburb rallies around. Ada 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 courtyard is the best spot — less crowded, better acoustics.
Drink this: A glass of the house red ($14-22/glass). When to go: Thursday is the sweet spot — good crowd, no queue.
2. River Depot — 150 Main Street
Hours: Wed-Sun 5pm-1am Vibe: Hidden behind an unmarked door
The quiet achiever. River Depot 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 cheese board pairs perfectly with their wine by the glass.
Best night: Saturday arvo in the beer garden.
3. Blue Works — 316 Bourke Drive
Hours: Wed-Sun 4pm-12am Vibe: Big, loud, dancing on weekends Drinks: $14-22/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 Ada — 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 house negroni uses a local amaro. If you hit capacity, put your name down and walk around the block — turnover is quick.
Drink this: The house old fashioned ($14-22/glass). Pro tip: Arrive before 7pm on Friday to avoid the wait.
4. Sunny Pantry — 375 Bourke Drive
Hours: Wed-Sun 4pm-12am Vibe: Sports screens plus decent food — the rare combo Drinks: $14-22/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 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: Any weeknight for a quick meal and drink without the weekend crowd.
5. Ivy — 40 Murray Drive
Hours: Tue-Sun 4pm-late Vibe: Rooftop terrace with city views Drinks: $14-22/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 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ada | Overall best | $14-22/glass | Yes | Weekends |
| River Depot | Quiet drink | $14-22/glass | Yes | No |
| Blue Works | New & trendy | $14-22/glass | Snacks only | No |
| Sunny Pantry | Food + drinks | $14-22/glass | Full menu | No |
| Ivy | Atmosphere | $14-22/glass | Limited | Acoustic sets |
Practical Info
Happy hour: Most places run 5-7pm weekdays. Ada does $8 house lagers and $15 cocktails during happy hour.
Getting there: Public transport options in Keysborough. 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. Ivy 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
- Cranbourne Wine Bars
- Keysborough Restaurants — eat before or after
- Keysborough Things to Do
- All Keysborough Guides
Last updated: March 2026
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