Surrey Hills’s wine bars scene is refined, quiet, prestigious — 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 $13-15, cocktail $22-28. Happy hour (usually 5-7pm) knocks $3-5 off at most places.
Our Top Picks
1. Zara’s — 321 Cecil Place
Hours: Tue-Sun 5pm-1am Vibe: Moody, dim-lit, excellent playlist Drinks: $18-24/glass
The wine bar the suburb rallies around. Zara’s 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: The rotating craft tap ($18-24/glass). When to go: Thursday is the sweet spot — good crowd, no queue.
2. Remy’s — 264 Queen Terrace
Hours: Tue-Sun 5pm-late Vibe: Open-air, fairy lights, garden seats
The quiet achiever. Remy’s 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. Their natural wine selection is surprisingly deep.
Best night: Wednesday trivia (free entry).
3. Anchor — 187 Cecil Place
Hours: Tue-Sun 5pm-1am Vibe: Big, loud, dancing on weekends Drinks: $18-24/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 Zara’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 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 ($18-24/glass). Pro tip: Tuesday is the quietest night and the bartender has more time to chat.
4. Theo — 4 Cecil Place
Hours: Tue-Sun 4pm-12am Vibe: Sports screens plus decent food — the rare combo Drinks: $18-24/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 loaded fries are the move.
The drinks list complements the food — craft beers on rotation with consistent quality. 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: Any weeknight for a quick meal and drink without the weekend crowd.
5. Otto Lane — 108 Rowan Street
Hours: Tue-Sun 5pm-11pm Vibe: Laneway entrance, exposed brick, jazz on the stereo Drinks: $18-24/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 heavier on wine and bubbles than beer. Food is limited to a small snack menu — olives, cheese, bread 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zara’s | Overall best | $18-24/glass | Yes | Fri-Sat |
| Remy’s | Quiet drink | $18-24/glass | Yes | Sun sessions |
| Anchor | New & trendy | $18-24/glass | Snacks only | No |
| Theo | Food + drinks | $18-24/glass | Full menu | Yes |
| Otto Lane | Atmosphere | $18-24/glass | Limited | Acoustic sets |
Practical Info
Happy hour: Most places run 5-7pm weekdays. Zara’s does $8 house lagers and $15 cocktails during happy hour.
Getting there: Public transport options in Surrey Hills. 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. Otto Lane 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
- Richmond Wine Bars
- Surrey Hills Restaurants — eat before or after
- Surrey Hills Things to Do
- All Surrey Hills Guides
Last updated: March 2026
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