Sandringham’s wine bars scene is evolving, community-driven, emerging — 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. New Yard — 129 King Parade
Hours: Tue-Sun 5pm-11pm Vibe: Warm, busy, neighbourhood local Drinks: $17-26/glass
The wine bar the suburb rallies around. New Yard gets the fundamentals right — good drinks, comfortable room, staff who know the menu. The wine list rotates monthly, which keeps regulars from getting bored. The courtyard is the best spot — less crowded, better acoustics.
Drink this: The rotating craft tap ($17-26/glass). When to go: Friday after 7pm for live music.
2. The Wide Kitchen — 141 Queen Street
Hours: Wed-Sun 5pm-late Vibe: Corner pub, proper carpets
The quiet achiever. The Wide Kitchen 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. The parma is legitimately one of the best in the area.
Best night: Sunday sessions with live jazz.
3. Mia’s — 167 Homer Crescent
Hours: Tue-Sun 5pm-12am Vibe: Big, loud, dancing on weekends Drinks: $17-26/glass
Opened in 2025 and immediately became a regular spot for the under-35 crowd. The cocktail list references classic recipes with local twists. The space is tighter than New Yard — 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: A glass of the pet-nat ($17-26/glass). Pro tip: Ask for the off-menu cocktail — they’ll make something custom.
4. Otto — 348 King Parade
Hours: Wed-Sun 4pm-11pm Vibe: Modern gastropub with craft focus Drinks: $17-26/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 steak sandwich is the sleeper hit.
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: The burger with their house lager — simple and perfect. When to come: Thursday for the midweek special.
5. Luna — 7 King Parade
Hours: Wed-Sun 5pm-late Vibe: Hidden garden bar behind a bookshelf door Drinks: $17-26/glass
The vibe pick. Not the best drinks on this list, but the garden setting 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: Sunset drinks on warmer evenings — arrive by 6pm for the golden hour.
Comparison
| Venue | Best For | Drink Price | Kitchen | Live Music |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Yard | Overall best | $17-26/glass | Yes | No |
| The Wide Kitchen | Quiet drink | $17-26/glass | Yes | No |
| Mia’s | New & trendy | $17-26/glass | Snacks only | No |
| Otto | Food + drinks | $17-26/glass | Full menu | Fri |
| Luna | Atmosphere | $17-26/glass | Limited | Acoustic sets |
Practical Info
Happy hour: Most places run 5-7pm weekdays. New Yard does $8 house lagers and $15 cocktails during happy hour.
Getting there: Public transport options in Sandringham. 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. Luna 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
- Hampton Wine Bars
- Sandringham Restaurants — eat before or after
- Sandringham Things to Do
- All Sandringham Guides
Last updated: March 2026
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