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Marion Wine Bar

53 Gertrude St, Fitzroy VIC 3065, Australia

Recommended by 71 people

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53 Gertrude St, Fitzroy VIC 3065, Australia

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+61 3 9419 6262
HoursMonday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM Tuesday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM Wednesday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM Thursday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM Friday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Marion Wine Bar

Gertrude Street regulars drop into Marion Wine Bar for warm flatbread with fromage blanc, crisp fries, and thoughtful cellar pours. Kitchen counters turn dinner into an unhurried perch for watching pans move over the burners. The baked pipe rigate with vodka sauce carries a rich tomato tang and a bronzed, crispy top—prompting repeat table orders long before dessert arrives. Sommelier guidance keeps bottle exploration approachable, with half-glass pours ready for tasting across varied varietals.

  • Signature baked dishes: Warm house flatbread with fromage blanc and crispy-topped baked pipe rigate with vodka sauce anchor dinner.
  • Flexible wine tastings: Half-glass pours make exploring the wide-ranging cellar list flexible and easy to navigate.
  • Countertop dining: Kitchen counter seats offer front-row views of chefs plating seasonal sharing plates.
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Why Choose Marion Wine Bar

Acclaimed baked dishes, flexible cellar tastings, and an inviting Fitzroy dining room

  • Flexible Half-Glass Pours

    Diners can explore the comprehensive wine list with half-glass tasting pours alongside thoughtful dish pairings.

    Also helpful that you can order half glass pours of various wines so you could do a little tasting of their comprehensive wine list.

    Franklin Kenny

  • Solo-Friendly Half Portions

    Solo diners enjoy kitchen accommodations that offer half portions across multiple savoury menu items.

    I love coming here to solo dine as they do half portions of a lot of their dishes.

    Jasmine D

  • Signature House Flatbread

    Warm flatbread served with fromage blanc and the signature baked vodka rigate consistently exceed dining expectations.

    The flatbread is an absolute must-order. The beef topping was incredibly flavorful and perfectly cooked—we loved it so much that we’d order two next time.

    Thanya Hu

  • Acclaimed Baked Vodka Pasta

    The signature baked pipe rigate with vodka sauce provides a standout, comforting centerpiece for shared meals.

    The standout was definitely the baked pipe rigate with vodka sauce ($34); it was so good we ended up ordering two servings. Rich, comforting and incredibly moreish.

    Sandra Nguyen

  • Intimate Date Night Setting

    Guests find a cozy, vibrant neighborhood backdrop suited for romantic dates and intimate dinners.

    It’s the perfect, intimate date night spot. Whether you’re seated in a cozy corner by the bar, or you nab a counter seat and watch the chefs in action

    SYDNEYUMMY 🥓

  • Vibrant Group Catch-Ups

    Shared plates, a curated wine selection, and European-inspired dining make the venue an ideal fit for lively reunions and social catch-ups.

    I was in good company, we had great conversation and caught up on gossip - no restraint in the conversation while we ate our delicious food at a lovely wine bar platform provided by Marion.

    A Google User

Acclaimed house staples and must-order sharing dishes

  • Baked pipe rigate with vodka sauce

    Baked pipe rigate with vodka sauce 8/10, popular for a reason this was delicious - great flavour and the crispy top really added to the texture

    Andrew

  • Flat bread, fromage blanc

    4 words, repeat after me - Flat bread, fromage blanc. If there’s one dish you need to try down in Melbourne it’s this dish from Marion Wine Bar.

    SYDNEYUMMY 🥓

  • Mussels

    The mussels were amazingly fresh, light, and full of bright, refreshing flavors.

    Thanya Hu

  • Tuna crudo with yuzu vinaigrette

    One dish that really stood out was the tuna crudo with yuzu vinaigrette. I never would’ve thought orange zest would work so beautifully with tuna, but it was absolutely mind-blowing!

    KC

Other favorites

Sides, small plates, drinks, and desserts that complete the table

  • Shoestring fries

    Shoestring fries 7/10 solid and a great portion

    Andrew

  • Mushroom and leek tart

    The mushroom and leek tart was a standout—rich, delicate and seriously moreish.

    Foad Vosoughi

  • Cortina Sour

    the Cortina Sour was an exceptional drink to complete the meal

    Foad Vosoughi

  • Orange cake

    Also love dessert the orange cake was delicious

    cressida crossley

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality details and kitchen flexibility at Marion Wine Bar

  • Half-Glass Wine Tastings

    Marion accommodates flexible exploration by offering half-glass pours across its wine list, allowing diners to sample multiple varietals.

  • Half Portions for Solo Diners

    Solo guests can experience dishes sized down, as the kitchen serves half portions of its savoury dishes for single diners.

  • Off-Menu Preparation of Signature Vodka Pasta

    Guests dining à la carte who request the signature baked pipe rigate vodka pasta—now primarily on the tasting menu—can have the kitchen prepare it specifically for them.

  • Kitchen Counter Seating

    Diners seated at counter and kitchen-adjacent tables can watch the kitchen brigade prepare dishes up close.

Before you head over

Practical planning and ordering tips for dining at Marion Wine Bar

  • Book Well in Advance

    Marion is extremely popular and books out fast, with prime dinner services keeping strict 90 to 120-minute seating windows. Reserve well ahead, or plan around off-peak times like late afternoon seatings.

  • Inquire About À La Carte Vodka Pasta

    The signature baked pipe rigate with vodka sauce is often reserved for the set tasting menu, but guests can ask the kitchen if it can still be prepared à la carte.

  • Sample via Half Pours and Half Portions

    Take advantage of flexible half-glass wine pours to sample widely across the cellar, and ask for half portions if dining solo to try multiple savoury dishes.

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