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Marama Wine

793 Rathdowne St, Carlton North VIC 3054, Australia

Recommended by 8 people

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793 Rathdowne St, Carlton North VIC 3054, Australia

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+61 3 9077 3303
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Thursday: 5:00 – 10:00 PM Friday: 5:00 – 11:00 PM Saturday: 12:30 – 11:00 PM Sunday: 12:30 – 8:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Marama Wine

Tucked onto Rathdowne Street, this intimate Carlton North wine bar pairs rotating seasonal plates with unpretentious, spot-on pours. Regulars head here for midweek dates and relaxed evenings—settling under dim lighting or curbside to watch the street drift by. The kitchen keeps things fresh with weekly market shifts, alongside structured set dinners like the Wednesday steak night with frites and carafe pours. A glass of chilled red, warm focaccia, and anchovy toast set the pace.

  • Fixed-Price Feasts: Rotating multi-course offerings like the $45 Wednesday steak night and Sunday dinner deliver structured value with mains, sides, and dessert.
  • Curbside Perch: Pavement tables welcome dogs with heaters ready for cooler Carlton afternoons.
  • Market-Driven Menus: Dishes shift regularly around seasonal market produce, paired with an evolving list of chilled reds and local pours.
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What's On at Marama Wine

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Why Guests Choose Marama Wine

Discover why guests choose Marama Wine for romantic date nights, midweek dinners, and relaxed street-side drinks.

  • Intimate Date-Night Atmosphere

    Marama Wine offers intimate date night dining with dim lighting, lush seating, and carefully paired dishes that establish an unhurried, cozy setting.

    cozy, tastefully decorated space with lush seating and dim lighting that sets the perfect romantic mood

    Forkin’ Opinions

  • Personalized Neighborhood Hospitality

    Guests experience hands-on hospitality from the hosts and staff, featuring tailored wine recommendations and attentive care.

    the young couple who run the space always make us feel welcome and provide us with awesome wine recommendations

    Mason Maddy

  • High-Value Fixed-Price Menus

    Midweek and weekend fixed-price dining options deliver multi-course meals including steak, fresh sides, and dessert with strong value.

    For $45 you get a three-course meal with very generous portion

    Tina Yao

  • Market-Driven Weekly Menu

    The kitchen crafts an evolving menu each week inspired by fresh seasonal produce sourced directly from local markets.

    I love that the menu changes each week depending on what is available from the local markets, and so the produce is super fresh and the menu diverse.

    Zoe K

  • Heated Curbside Dining

    Guests can unwind at dog-friendly outdoor curbside tables along Rathdowne Street equipped with heaters for year-round visits.

    Dog friendly with outdoor tables, and heaters for winter.

    Thomas Hudson

  • Sunlit Street Watching

    Outdoor street-side seating provides the ideal relaxed vantage point to sit back with a glass of Victorian wine in the afternoon sun.

    grabbed a table outside in the sun and watched the world go by, which was perfect

    Chris Price (Pricey)

Standout dishes praised by guests for dinner and date nights

  • Steak

    We got the truffle pasta, steak, fries and salad and left very full!

    peta

  • Focaccia

    The focaccia with maple butter was insane, must have.

    Arshad Zacky

  • Truffle pasta

    We got the truffle pasta, steak, fries and salad and left very full!

    peta

  • Prawn + Scallop toast

    I really enjoyed all the food we ordered, my favourite being the Prawn + Scallop toast.

    Clare D

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality and distinct service touches experienced at Marama Wine.

  • Tailored Dietary & Allergy Accommodations

    The team actively accommodates vegetarian preferences and specific food allergies across fixed-price menus, preparing alternative dishes so guests dine without compromise.

  • Attentive Wine Guidance & Table Pours

    The owners and floor team offer hands-on wine guidance, pouring tailored chilled reds and proactively replacing bottles when a pour does not meet standard.

  • Hands-On Owner Hospitality

    Co-owner Tom regularly engages with dining tables, taking group photos, recommending bespoke cocktail pairings, and sitting down to converse with patrons.

  • Heated Dog-Friendly Curbside Setup

    Outdoor curbside tables along Rathdowne Street welcome pets and are equipped with dedicated heaters for cooler evenings.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the set menus and portion sizes like?

Marama offers structured multi-course set menus, including special $45 options like Wednesday steak night and Sunday menus, alongside premium multi-course offerings. Some guests note that courses are designed as intimate sharing portions rather than large individual mains.

Is outdoor seating dog-friendly and heated?

Yes, outdoor street-side tables are available along Rathdowne Street, featuring heaters for cooler weather and welcoming dogs.

Can dietary requirements and vegetarian diets be accommodated?

Yes, Marama accommodates vegetarian diets and food allergies, with staff adjusting set menu dishes and offering meat-free alternatives.

Can you book a table in advance?

Yes, Marama accepts reservations for both date nights and larger group dining.

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