Wheelers Hill’s wine bars scene is affordable, diverse, developing — 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. Vera Post — 118 Homer Terrace
Hours: Tue-Sun 4pm-late Vibe: Rooftop terrace, sunset views Drinks: $17-26/glass
The wine bar the suburb rallies around. Vera 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: The rotating craft tap ($17-26/glass). When to go: Tuesday for trivia and half-price pots.
2. Theo’s — 358 Henry Grove
Hours: Wed-Sun 5pm-late Vibe: Wine-focused, small plates
The quiet achiever. Theo’s 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 cheese board pairs perfectly with their wine by the glass.
Best night: Sunday sessions with live jazz.
3. High Store — 346 Henry Grove
Hours: Wed-Sun 4pm-late Vibe: Small, intimate, conversation-volume Drinks: $17-26/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 Vera 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 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: Their signature sour ($17-26/glass). Pro tip: Tuesday is the quietest night and the bartender has more time to chat.
4. Nina’s — 13 Henry Grove
Hours: Wed-Sun 5pm-12am Vibe: Pub grub elevated, beer garden out back Drinks: $17-26/glass
The one for when you want food with your drinks. The kitchen runs until 10pm and the pizza 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: Saturday from 5pm — it fills up by 7pm.
5. Hazel — 224 William Drive
Hours: Wed-Sun 4pm-12am Vibe: Laneway entrance, exposed brick, jazz on the stereo Drinks: $17-26/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 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vera Post | Overall best | $17-26/glass | Yes | Fri-Sat |
| Theo’s | Quiet drink | $17-26/glass | Yes | No |
| High Store | New & trendy | $17-26/glass | Snacks only | No |
| Nina’s | Food + drinks | $17-26/glass | Full menu | Fri |
| Hazel | Atmosphere | $17-26/glass | Limited | No |
Practical Info
Happy hour: Most places run 5-7pm weekdays. Vera Post does $8 house lagers and $15 cocktails during happy hour.
Getting there: Public transport options in Wheelers Hill. 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. Hazel 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
- Wheelers Hill Restaurants — eat before or after
- Wheelers Hill Things to Do
- All Wheelers Hill Guides
Last updated: March 2026
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