Ringwood North’s wine bars scene is unpretentious, multicultural, value-driven — 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. Mia’s — 161 Nicholson Lane
Hours: Tue-Sun 4pm-1am Vibe: Rooftop terrace, sunset views Drinks: $13-26/glass
The wine bar the suburb rallies around. Mia’s 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: The rotating craft tap ($13-26/glass). When to go: Tuesday for trivia and half-price pots.
2. Felix — 162 Church Parade
Hours: Wed-Sun 4pm-1am Vibe: Wine-focused, small plates
The quiet achiever. Felix 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 cheese board pairs perfectly with their wine by the glass.
Best night: Friday DJs from 9pm.
3. Felix Lane — 125 Homer Terrace
Hours: Wed-Sun 4pm-12am Vibe: Cozy wine den, candlelit Drinks: $13-26/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 Mia’s — 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: The house old fashioned ($13-26/glass). Pro tip: Ask for the off-menu cocktail — they’ll make something custom.
4. Kitchen — 109 Sydney Terrace
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 charcuterie board feeds three.
The drinks list complements the food — a cocktail list designed around the kitchen’s flavours. It’s the kind of place where you come for one beer and stay for dinner because you smell the kitchen.
Best combo: Share plates for two plus a bottle of wine, under $90. When to come: Saturday from 5pm — it fills up by 7pm.
5. High House — 301 Homer Terrace
Hours: Tue-Sun 5pm-11pm 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 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 designed around the aesthetic — photogenic serves that actually taste good. Food is limited to bar snacks and a single dessert option 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mia’s | Overall best | $13-26/glass | Yes | Fri-Sat |
| Felix | Quiet drink | $13-26/glass | Yes | No |
| Felix Lane | New & trendy | $13-26/glass | Snacks only | No |
| Kitchen | Food + drinks | $13-26/glass | Full menu | No |
| High House | Atmosphere | $13-26/glass | Limited | Acoustic sets |
Practical Info
Happy hour: Most places run 5-7pm weekdays. Mia’s does $8 house lagers and $15 cocktails during happy hour.
Getting there: Public transport options in Ringwood North. 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. High House 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
- Melbourne CBD Wine Bars
- Ringwood North Restaurants — eat before or after
- Ringwood North Things to Do
- All Ringwood North Guides
Last updated: March 2026
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