Seddon’s wine bars scene is village charm, family-friendly — 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. Post — 51 Charles Street
Hours: Wed-Sun 5pm-late Vibe: Rooftop terrace, sunset views Drinks: $12-27/glass
The wine bar the suburb rallies around. Post 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 upstairs level is the best spot — less crowded, better acoustics.
Drink this: Their signature negroni ($12-27/glass). When to go: Tuesday for trivia and half-price pots.
2. The New Pantry — 173 Charles Street
Hours: Wed-Sun 5pm-11pm Vibe: Wine-focused, small plates
The quiet achiever. The New Pantry 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 parma is legitimately one of the best in the area.
Best night: Wednesday trivia (free entry).
3. Blue Works — 3 Pilgrim Street
Hours: Tue-Sun 5pm-12am Vibe: Big, loud, dancing on weekends Drinks: $12-27/glass
Opened in 2025 and immediately became a regular spot for the under-35 crowd. The tap list leans towards Victorian craft breweries. The space is tighter than Post — 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: Whatever the bartender recommends ($12-27/glass). Pro tip: Ask for the off-menu cocktail — they’ll make something custom.
4. Red Table — 236 Gamon Street
Hours: Wed-Sun 4pm-12am Vibe: Pub grub elevated, beer garden out back Drinks: $12-27/glass
The one for when you want food with your drinks. The kitchen runs until 9:30pm and the burgers 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: Sunday afternoon — relaxed, the kitchen is unhurried, and there’s live music.
5. Leo Larder — 179 Victoria Street
Hours: Wed-Sun 4pm-late Vibe: Laneway entrance, exposed brick, jazz on the stereo Drinks: $12-27/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 heavier on wine and bubbles than beer. Food is limited to charcuterie and cheese boards only but you’re not here for the food.
Best for: A nightcap after dinner somewhere nearby.
Comparison
| Venue | Best For | Drink Price | Kitchen | Live Music |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Post | Overall best | $12-27/glass | Yes | Weekends |
| The New Pantry | Quiet drink | $12-27/glass | Yes | Occasionally |
| Blue Works | New & trendy | $12-27/glass | Snacks only | No |
| Red Table | Food + drinks | $12-27/glass | Full menu | Fri |
| Leo Larder | Atmosphere | $12-27/glass | Limited | DJs Sat |
Practical Info
Happy hour: Most places run 5-7pm weekdays. Post does $8 house lagers and $15 cocktails during happy hour.
Getting there: Seddon station (12 min to CBD). 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. Leo Larder 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
- Seddon Restaurants — eat before or after
- Seddon Things to Do
- All Seddon Guides
Last updated: March 2026
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