Newport’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. Lucky Table — 88 Station Parade
Hours: Wed-Sun 4pm-11pm Vibe: Warm, busy, neighbourhood local Drinks: $14-27/glass
The wine bar the suburb rallies around. Lucky Table 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 front bar is the best spot — less crowded, better acoustics.
Drink this: Their signature negroni ($14-27/glass). When to go: Tuesday for trivia and half-price pots.
2. Ruby — 1 Bay Grove
Hours: Wed-Sun 5pm-12am Vibe: Hidden behind an unmarked door
The quiet achiever. Ruby 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 cocktails are made with house-infused spirits.
Best night: Wednesday trivia (free entry).
3. Yard — 262 Lygon Terrace
Hours: Wed-Sun 5pm-1am Vibe: Cozy wine den, candlelit Drinks: $14-27/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 Lucky Table — 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 natural wine section is surprisingly deep for a bar this size. If you hit capacity, put your name down and walk around the block — turnover is quick.
Drink this: Whatever the bartender recommends ($14-27/glass). Pro tip: The back corner booth is the best seat.
4. Union — 103 Bay Grove
Hours: Wed-Sun 5pm-1am Vibe: Pub grub elevated, beer garden out back Drinks: $14-27/glass
The one for when you want food with your drinks. The kitchen runs until 10pm and the pizza are genuinely good, not bar-food-as-afterthought. The loaded fries are the move.
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: Sunday afternoon — relaxed, the kitchen is unhurried, and there’s live music.
5. Gus’s — 109 Bay Grove
Hours: Tue-Sun 5pm-1am Vibe: Rooftop terrace with city views Drinks: $14-27/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 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: First dates, anniversary drinks, or impressing out-of-town visitors.
Comparison
| Venue | Best For | Drink Price | Kitchen | Live Music |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lucky Table | Overall best | $14-27/glass | Yes | Fri-Sat |
| Ruby | Quiet drink | $14-27/glass | Yes | Occasionally |
| Yard | New & trendy | $14-27/glass | Snacks only | No |
| Union | Food + drinks | $14-27/glass | Full menu | No |
| Gus’s | Atmosphere | $14-27/glass | Limited | Acoustic sets |
Practical Info
Happy hour: Most places run 5-7pm weekdays. Lucky Table does $8 house lagers and $15 cocktails during happy hour.
Getting there: Public transport options in Newport. 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. Gus’s 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
- Footscray Wine Bars
- Newport Restaurants — eat before or after
- Newport Things to Do
- All Newport Guides
Last updated: March 2026
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