Tullamarine’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. Common Bench — 140 Willow Crescent
Hours: Tue-Sun 5pm-late Vibe: Industrial-chic, conversation-friendly Drinks: $18-24/glass
The wine bar the suburb rallies around. Common Bench gets the fundamentals right — good drinks, comfortable room, staff who know the menu. The tap list rotates monthly, which keeps regulars from getting bored. The courtyard is the best spot — less crowded, better acoustics.
Drink this: Their espresso martini ($18-24/glass). When to go: Thursday is the sweet spot — good crowd, no queue.
2. Pearl’s — 161 Rowan Terrace
Hours: Tue-Sun 4pm-12am Vibe: Hidden behind an unmarked door
The quiet achiever. Pearl’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 parma is legitimately one of the best in the area.
Best night: Friday DJs from 9pm.
3. Cleo — 231 Flinders Place
Hours: Wed-Sun 5pm-1am Vibe: Outdoor courtyard, heat lamps in winter Drinks: $18-24/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 Common Bench — 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 ($18-24/glass). Pro tip: The back corner booth is the best seat.
4. Vera Larder — 110 Flinders Place
Hours: Tue-Sun 5pm-11pm Vibe: Pub grub elevated, beer garden out back Drinks: $18-24/glass
The one for when you want food with your drinks. The kitchen runs until 10:30pm and the burgers are genuinely good, not bar-food-as-afterthought. The steak sandwich is the sleeper hit.
The drinks list complements the food — 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. The Green Works — 218 Flinders Place
Hours: Tue-Sun 4pm-1am Vibe: Candlelit basement, moody and intimate Drinks: $18-24/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 classic cocktails executed cleanly, no gimmicks. Food is limited to empanadas and dip plates 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common Bench | Overall best | $18-24/glass | Yes | Weekends |
| Pearl’s | Quiet drink | $18-24/glass | Yes | Sun sessions |
| Cleo | New & trendy | $18-24/glass | Snacks only | No |
| Vera Larder | Food + drinks | $18-24/glass | Full menu | Yes |
| The Green Works | Atmosphere | $18-24/glass | Limited | No |
Practical Info
Happy hour: Most places run 5-7pm weekdays. Common Bench does $8 house lagers and $15 cocktails during happy hour.
Getting there: Public transport options in Tullamarine. 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. The Green Works 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
- Tullamarine Restaurants — eat before or after
- Tullamarine Things to Do
- All Tullamarine Guides
Last updated: March 2026
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