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Cardwell Cellars

461 Victoria St, Abbotsford VIC 3067, Australia

Recommended by 45 people

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Find Cardwell Cellars

461 Victoria St, Abbotsford VIC 3067, Australia

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+61 3 7042 1022
HoursMonday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM Thursday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM Friday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM Saturday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM Sunday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Cardwell Cellars

Victoria Street’s hybrid bottle shop and cave à manger trades stuffy tasting rooms for honest discovery. Local wine hounds comb the shelves for bottles rarely poured elsewhere—Chinese Saperavi, Austrian St Laurent, and Hungarian whites. Pull any bottle straight off the rack for modest corkage, or carry takeaway from neighbouring restaurants out to the dog-friendly courtyard while vinyl spins. Cheese boards and house pickles sit on standby.

  • Uncommon Global Bottles: Browse unconventional regions spanning China, Armenia, Austria, and Hungary, with numerous bottles under $30.
  • Shelf-to-Table Corkage: Select any bottle straight off the retail shelves to drink on-site for a modest corkage fee.
  • Courtyard & BYO Food: Bring takeaway from nearby Victoria Street spots to enjoy alongside wines in the dog-friendly back courtyard.
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What's On at Cardwell Cellars

Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.

Why Cardwell Cellars Is Abbotsford's Distinctive Wine Destination

From rare global varietals and BYO neighbourhood feasts to relaxed courtyard tastings, explore what makes this Abbotsford staple essential—reserve your table now.

  • Uncharted Global Wine Exploration

    Explore unconventional bottles from regions seldom featured in standard Australian cellars, spanning Eastern Europe, Armenia, and China.

    I can also chose from a cornucopia of wines spanning USA though Spain to Eastern Europe into Armenia, China and Japan.

    Neil Kingston

  • Sommelier and Cartographer Guidance

    Enjoy tailored recommendations steeped in geography, terroir history, and genuine enthusiasm rather than intimidating wine jargon.

    Andrew's and Martin's recommendations are delivered with a burst of historical and geographic knowledge and were all spot on!

    Christian Karcher

  • BYO Dining from Nearby Eateries

    Pair exceptional cellar selections with takeout dishes from surrounding Victoria Street eateries without hospitality markups on food.

    We brought our own food and the owner was so accommodating, making sure we had everything we needed and recommending bottles to fit out budget and palate.

    Laurien B

  • Courtyard and Unwind Setting

    Relax in a welcoming, unhurried back courtyard that comfortably accommodates four-legged companions alongside post-work drinks.

    Awesome place to unwind and have a wine. Dog friendly and a sensational back courtyard.

    Alan Buckley

  • Accessible Sub-$30 Bottle Selection

    Browse high-quality, distinctive boutique bottles with accessible pricing under thirty dollars alongside cellar gems.

    Great selection of interesting wines with lots at reasonable prices (under $30!).

    Liz Goroka

  • Curated Gifting and Bottle Procurement

    Count on attentive, reliable guidance to secure distinctive bottles tailored for birthdays, dinner parties, and special gifts.

    Cardwell Cellars is our go-to spot for finding the perfect wine for a special occasion or gift.

    Christina Dickson

Standout pours and house bites highlighted by visitors

  • Cheeses

    And the cheeses they offer for in-house grazers..oh my.

    Neil Kingston

  • Pickles

    and the pickles!!! Yum.

    Susy V

  • Saperavi 2017

    We enjoyed an interesting wine from China- the Saperavi 2017

    Tesspresso Melbourne

  • Niepoort White Port

    I was so happy to find Cardwell Cellars stocked Niepoort White Port - bring on Port Tonics this summer!

    Gabby Lam

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful gestures and hospitable details that set this Abbotsford bottle shop and tasting bar apart—book your table now to experience them firsthand.

  • Hand-Delivered Celebration Bottles

    When a courier gap risked delaying a birthday surprise on a Sunday, the team stepped in to personally hand-deliver the bottle so the celebration went ahead without a hitch.

  • Personal Handwritten Notes

    Bottle orders and rare finds arrive accompanied by thoughtful handwritten notes from the team, adding a personal connection to every unboxing.

  • Attentive BYO Dining Hospitality

    Rather than merely permitting takeaway from neighbouring Victoria Street restaurants, the staff actively support outside meals with attentive stemware top-ups and tailored bottle pairings.

  • Curated Turntable Vinyl Sessions

    The tasting room sets an unhurried, intimate mood with background music played directly from an in-house vinyl turntable.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you drink on-site as well as buy takeaway bottles?

Cardwell Cellars operates as both a wine store and a bar. You can order from a rotating selection of 10 to 12 wines by the glass, or choose any bottle from the shelves and walk-in cooler to drink on-site with a corkage fee added to the retail price. Takeaway bottles are also available.

Can you bring your own food?

Yes. In addition to in-house bar snacks like cheese, charcuterie, pickles, and tinned fish, Cardwell Cellars welcomes patrons to bring in their own food from nearby Victoria Street restaurants to enjoy with drinks.

Are dogs allowed?

Yes, dogs are welcome at the venue, which features both indoor seating and a relaxed back courtyard.

What are the venue's operating hours, particularly on Sundays?

Cardwell Cellars operates Monday through Wednesday from 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM, Thursday through Saturday from 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM, and closes earlier on Sunday at 6:00 PM.

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