Tottenham’s wine bars scene is unpretentious, multicultural, value-driven — 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. Southern Standard — 77 Clarendon Street
Hours: Tue-Sun 4pm-12am Vibe: Warm, busy, neighbourhood local Drinks: $16-23/glass
The wine bar the suburb rallies around. Southern Standard 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: A glass of the house red ($16-23/glass). When to go: Thursday is the sweet spot — good crowd, no queue.
2. Iris Pantry — 146 Anderson Grove
Hours: Tue-Sun 4pm-1am Vibe: Hidden behind an unmarked door
The quiet achiever. Iris Pantry 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. Their natural wine selection is surprisingly deep.
Best night: Sunday sessions with live jazz.
3. The Sunny Pantry — 52 Glenferrie Avenue
Hours: Wed-Sun 5pm-11pm Vibe: Small, intimate, conversation-volume Drinks: $16-23/glass
Opened in 2025 and immediately became a regular spot for the under-35 crowd. The spirits selection includes hard-to-find local gins. The space is tighter than Southern Standard — 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: Their signature sour ($16-23/glass). Pro tip: The back corner booth is the best seat.
4. Iris Yard — 298 Clarendon Street
Hours: Wed-Sun 5pm-1am Vibe: Pub grub elevated, beer garden out back Drinks: $16-23/glass
The one for when you want food with your drinks. The kitchen runs until 10pm and the burgers are genuinely good, not bar-food-as-afterthought. The charcuterie board feeds three.
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: 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. Luna — 353 Main Terrace
Hours: Wed-Sun 5pm-12am Vibe: Hidden garden bar behind a bookshelf door Drinks: $16-23/glass
The vibe pick. Not the best drinks on this list, but the laneway entrance 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 empanadas and dip plates 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Standard | Overall best | $16-23/glass | Yes | No |
| Iris Pantry | Quiet drink | $16-23/glass | Yes | No |
| The Sunny Pantry | New & trendy | $16-23/glass | Snacks only | No |
| Iris Yard | Food + drinks | $16-23/glass | Full menu | Fri |
| Luna | Atmosphere | $16-23/glass | Limited | Acoustic sets |
Practical Info
Happy hour: Most places run 5-7pm weekdays. Southern Standard does $8 house lagers and $15 cocktails during happy hour.
Getting there: Public transport options in Tottenham. 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
- Melbourne CBD Wine Bars
- Tottenham Restaurants — eat before or after
- Tottenham Things to Do
- All Tottenham Guides
Last updated: March 2026
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