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Melbourne Cellar Door

25 Dukes Walk, South Wharf VIC 3006, Australia

Recommended by 66 people

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Find Melbourne Cellar Door

25 Dukes Walk, South Wharf VIC 3006, Australia

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+61 403 616 667
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 12:00 – 9:00 PM Thursday: 12:00 – 9:00 PM Friday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 9:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Melbourne Cellar Door

Tucked along South Wharf, this warehouse-style wine bar combines shelf-priced cellar browsing with unbeatable weekend deals. Pull a bottle straight from the floor racks to drink at table cost, or sample gins and vodkas distilled on-site. South Wharf regulars drop by during weekend happy hour for $2 oysters dressed in an Asian vinaigrette, alongside $7 pints, house wine, and G&Ts. Kitchen plates keep the mood grounded—from Sunday parmas to thick-cut Wednesday steaks with red wine jus.

  • Bottlo-Priced Wine Library: Browse floor-to-ceiling cellar shelves and take a bottle straight to your table at bottle-shop pricing.
  • Weekend Happy Hour: Weekend afternoons feature $2 oysters drizzled in Asian vinaigrette, alongside $7 wines, beers, and G&Ts.
  • On-Site Distilled Spirits: House-made vodkas and gins crafted on-premise, available as tasting flights.
  • Hearty Cellar Fare: Comforting mains like Sunday parmas, Wednesday steak nights, garlic pizza, and chicken marsala.
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What's On at Melbourne Cellar Door

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

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Why Guests Choose Melbourne Cellar Door

Discover what makes Melbourne Cellar Door a standout destination on South Wharf.

  • Library-Style Bottle Selection

    Guests can browse shelves directly like a bottle shop to select their wine for the table, avoiding traditional marked-up dining wine lists.

    The most unique offering for wine lovers choose from like a library then take it over to your table priced like a bottlo not a restaurant

    Rob Marks

  • In-House Distilled Spirits

    Proprietary spirits are crafted on the premises, offering patrons unique spirit selections and curated tasting flights.

    With an amazing array of drinks including gins and vodkas distilled on site, it was hard to say no to a tasting flight as cute as this one!

    Regaleatsmelb

  • Warm and Unpretentious Comfort

    The relaxed setting and warm service allow guests to unwind easily without fine-dining pretension or stress.

    super chill wine bar vibes that portrayed a feeling of spesh but casual and was as cosy as it was suave.

    Regaleatsmelb

  • Welcoming, Attentive Hospitality

    Attentive team members and vibrant hospitality create an environment where visitors feel instantly welcomed and well looked after.

    Every time we visit the staff are amazing! They are very welcoming and create such a nice atmosphere.

    Jazmin C

  • Prime South Wharf Decompression Spot

    Positioned conveniently on South Wharf steps from DFO, it provides an easy wind-down destination after shopping trips or conventions.

    perfect to come to chill out after work, shopping🛍️ and why not to treat yourself?

    Mar Habbaby

  • High-Value Happy Hour Deals

    Popular weekend specials like oyster promotions and value-focused drinks make casual dining affordable along the waterfront.

    Amazing deals for the location. Staff had great energy, food came very quickly. $2 Oysters!

    Candice Vitug

Customer favourites, signature specials, and house-distilled spirits

  • $2 Oysters

    $2 Oysters! Asked for an extra lemon for the oysters and they were very quick to assist.

    Candice Vitug

  • House Distilled Gin Tasting Flight

    gin tastings (they distill their own - try the jalapeno it's great)

    Jane Opie

  • Parma

    I had a nice parmy❤️ and the flavours were so good!! Really enjoyed it.

    Mar Habbaby

  • Beef Wellington

    HIGHLY RECOMMEND THE BEEF WELLINGTON! YES THATS RIGHT WE HAVE BEEF WELLINGTON IN MELBOURNE!!

    Selvir S

Other favorites

Side dishes, desserts, and cocktails to complement your visit

  • Garlic Pizza

    garlic pizza and wow the best meal ever

    Sonya Angelkovski (Son)

  • Creme Bruleé

    I would definitely recommend the creme bruleé, it was delicious.

    Adam Vaughan

  • Yuzu Spritz

    I recommend the Yuzu Spritz cocktail🍹

    Flo

  • The Ruby Star

    Our favourite and one you should definitely try there is The Ruby Star

    Tracie Collis

Frequently Asked Questions

How does selecting wine work here?

Rather than ordering solely off a standard printed wine list, you can browse bottles directly off the cellar shelves like a library and take your choice to the table at bottle-shop prices, or purchase bottles for takeaway.

Do they offer in-house spirits and tastings?

Yes, the venue distills its own gins and vodkas on-site, offering options like jalapeño gin, tasting flights, and house cocktails alongside wine and beer.

What happy hour and food specials are available?

Yes, weekend happy hours feature deals like $2 oysters (including Kilpatrick or Asian vinaigrette styles) alongside $7 wines, beers, and gin & tonics, plus rotating food specials like Wednesday steak nights and Sunday parmas.

Is the venue wheelchair accessible, and is there parking nearby?

The venue is on one single level with no steps, and nearby parking options are available in the precinct, with patrons noting validated parking availability.

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