Toorak’s wine bars scene is wealthy, manicured, old-money — 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. The Good Table — 181 Wallace Avenue
Hours: Wed-Sun 4pm-12am Vibe: Industrial-chic, conversation-friendly Drinks: $18-25/glass
The wine bar the suburb rallies around. The Good Table 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: A glass of the house red ($18-25/glass). When to go: Friday after 7pm for live music.
2. Cleo’s — 280 Orrong Road
Hours: Tue-Sun 5pm-11pm Vibe: Corner pub, proper carpets
The quiet achiever. Cleo’s doesn’t have a PR budget or an Instagram strategy — it has regulars who come three times a week. The beer garden is the draw. The cocktails are made with house-infused spirits.
Best night: Friday DJs from 9pm.
3. Little Depot — 39 Toorak Road
Hours: Tue-Sun 4pm-late Vibe: Big, loud, dancing on weekends Drinks: $18-25/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 The Good Table — 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 tap list rotates every two weeks with a Victorian-only policy. If you hit capacity, put your name down and walk around the block — turnover is quick.
Drink this: Their signature sour ($18-25/glass). Pro tip: Tuesday is the quietest night and the bartender has more time to chat.
4. Mabel Depot — 85 Clendon Road
Hours: Wed-Sun 5pm-1am Vibe: Neighbourhood corner pub, proper and unpretentious Drinks: $18-25/glass
The one for when you want food with your drinks. The kitchen runs until 10:30pm and the pizza are genuinely good, not bar-food-as-afterthought. The steak sandwich is the sleeper hit.
The drinks list complements the food — 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: Share plates for two plus a bottle of wine, under $90. When to come: Any weeknight for a quick meal and drink without the weekend crowd.
5. Atlas Post — 281 Clendon Road
Hours: Wed-Sun 5pm-11pm Vibe: Candlelit basement, moody and intimate Drinks: $18-25/glass
The vibe pick. Not the best drinks on this list, but the candlelit basement 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 short but curated — they do six cocktails and all of them are solid. Food is limited to a small snack menu — olives, cheese, bread 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Good Table | Overall best | $18-25/glass | Yes | No |
| Cleo’s | Quiet drink | $18-25/glass | Yes | Occasionally |
| Little Depot | New & trendy | $18-25/glass | Snacks only | No |
| Mabel Depot | Food + drinks | $18-25/glass | Full menu | Yes |
| Atlas Post | Atmosphere | $18-25/glass | Limited | DJs Sat |
Practical Info
Happy hour: Most places run 5-7pm weekdays. The Good Table does $8 house lagers and $15 cocktails during happy hour.
Getting there: Toorak station, tram 58. 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. Atlas Post 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
- South Yarra Wine Bars
- Toorak Restaurants — eat before or after
- Toorak Things to Do
- All Toorak Guides
Last updated: March 2026
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