Restaurant
Marama Wine
793 Rathdowne St, Carlton North VIC 3054, Australia
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793 Rathdowne St, Carlton North VIC 3054, Australia
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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.
What's On at Marama Wine
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
No events or specials listed right now.
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)
Most popular items
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.
Before you head over
Practical recommendations for booking set menus, securing street-side seating, and navigating dietary options.
Opt for Midweek and Sunday Set Menus
Book in on Wednesday or Sunday to take advantage of the $45 set menus, including multi-course options like steak frites and dessert, which offer structured dining at great value.
Snag an Outdoor Street Table in the Afternoon
Drop by during mid-afternoon around 3pm to grab an outdoor street table, unwind in the sun, and enjoy pet-friendly sidewalk seating with winter heaters.
Communicate Dietary Needs Early
The kitchen adapts its weekly rotating market menu for vegetarian diets and food allergies, so let the staff know your requirements when ordering.
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