Scoresby’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. Sunny House — 231 Elizabeth Crescent
Hours: Wed-Sun 5pm-11pm Vibe: Rooftop terrace, sunset views Drinks: $12-23/glass
The wine bar the suburb rallies around. Sunny House gets the fundamentals right — good drinks, comfortable room, staff who know the menu. The cocktail menu rotates monthly, which keeps regulars from getting bored. The back room is the best spot — less crowded, better acoustics.
Drink this: Their espresso martini ($12-23/glass). When to go: Tuesday for trivia and half-price pots.
2. Kai — 103 Oak Lane
Hours: Tue-Sun 4pm-12am Vibe: Wine-focused, small plates
The quiet achiever. Kai 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 parma is legitimately one of the best in the area.
Best night: Saturday arvo in the beer garden.
3. Hugo’s — 274 High Grove
Hours: Wed-Sun 5pm-12am Vibe: Cozy wine den, candlelit Drinks: $12-23/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 Sunny House — 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 ($12-23/glass). Pro tip: Ask for the off-menu cocktail — they’ll make something custom.
4. Ava Depot — 132 Victoria Drive
Hours: Tue-Sun 4pm-1am Vibe: Pub grub elevated, beer garden out back Drinks: $12-23/glass
The one for when you want food with your drinks. The kitchen runs until 10pm and the share plates are genuinely good, not bar-food-as-afterthought. The steak sandwich is the sleeper hit.
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: Share plates for two plus a bottle of wine, under $90. When to come: Sunday afternoon — relaxed, the kitchen is unhurried, and there’s live music.
5. Wide Standard — 290 Victoria Drive
Hours: Wed-Sun 4pm-1am Vibe: Rooftop terrace with city views Drinks: $12-23/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 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunny House | Overall best | $12-23/glass | Yes | No |
| Kai | Quiet drink | $12-23/glass | Yes | Occasionally |
| Hugo’s | New & trendy | $12-23/glass | Snacks only | No |
| Ava Depot | Food + drinks | $12-23/glass | Full menu | Yes |
| Wide Standard | Atmosphere | $12-23/glass | Limited | No |
Practical Info
Happy hour: Most places run 5-7pm weekdays. Sunny House does $8 house lagers and $15 cocktails during happy hour.
Getting there: Public transport options in Scoresby. 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. Wide Standard 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
- Scoresby Restaurants — eat before or after
- Scoresby Things to Do
- All Scoresby Guides
Last updated: March 2026
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