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Public Wine Shop

179 St Georges Rd, Fitzroy North VIC 3068, Australia

Recommended by 10 people

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179 St Georges Rd, Fitzroy North VIC 3068, Australia

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+61 498 562 323
HoursMonday: 4:00 – 10:30 PM Tuesday: 4:00 – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 4:00 – 9:00 PM Thursday: 4:00 – 10:30 PM Friday: 4:00 – 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 Public Wine Shop

Fitzroy North locals slip into Public Wine Shop for low-intervention pours, spinning vinyl, and unpretentious French-leaning bistro plates. Pull up a stool at the long central communal table for an unhurried mid-week glass or settle in for dinner without the white-tablecloth fuss. The staff know their bottles inside out, routinely pouring a quick splash to gauge your palate before committing to an ever-changing pour. Regulars swear by the stuffed roast chicken wings slicked in mustard gravy alongside delicate potato and pecorino cappelletti. The kitchen finishes strong with a soft, cloud-like île flottante drifting over crème anglaise.

  • Curated BTG Selection: Knowledgeable staff pour sample splashes from an ever-changing minimal-intervention list to ensure every pour suits your palate.
  • Thoughtful European Plates: Plates lean classic French and European, anchored by stuffed roast chicken wings with mustard gravy and fresh handmade pastas.
  • Communal Table & Private Salon: The dining room centers around a single shared communal table beneath spinning vinyl, while an upstairs salon hosts private gatherings.
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Reasons to Visit Public Wine Shop

Why diners choose Public Wine Shop for date nights, shared pours, and celebratory gatherings

  • Communal Table Dining Experience

    Guests gather along a single expansive communal table that creates an intimate, lively wine bar environment without feeling crowded.

    The vibe is very intimate, with the main dining area being one large dining table that restaurant goers all sit at.

    Miles D

  • Thoughtful Food & Revelatory Wine Pairings

    An ever-evolving cellar list pairs with inventive, chef-driven dishes served fresh from an open kitchen setting.

    The food is thoughtful and creative.

    Dayan Ramalingam

  • Bespoke Upstairs Celebration Space

    Groups booking the dedicated upstairs room can bring their own music playlist and pay per drink via contactless tap-and-pay instead of rigid packages.

    PWS allowed us to send through our own playlist, as well as pre-purchase our food and sparkling for everyone on arrival.

    Sonia Papadopoulos

  • Seamless Private Dining Gatherings

    The dedicated private dining area accommodates group milestones with attentive hospitality, airy natural light, and seamless event coordination.

    The space is so welcoming and comfortable with beautiful natural light and fresh air blowing through the open windows.

    Annie Cobbledick

  • Casual Drop-In Wine & Bites

    A welcoming walk-in wine bar format makes it easy to drop by for a glass by the glass and savory bites without needing a reservation.

    whether you're after a casual glass of wine or a quick bite or a full dinner, PWS have you covered.

    Linh Leigh

  • Relaxed Afternoon & Pre-Dinner Visits

    Guests can spontaneously drop in for afternoon snacks and rotating wine pours with friendly, knowledgeable counter and outdoor seating.

    Popped in for a couple of glasses of wine and an afternoon snack, really enjoyed the wine and the food.

    Eric G

Standout plates and guest favorites crafted in our intimate kitchen

  • Roast chicken wings

    must try the stuffed chick wings

    Linh Leigh

  • Raw sea bream

    The raw sea bream was a standout—fresh, light, and beautifully balanced.

    Mashi_soyo

  • Mussels

    the anise-infused chilli-oil mussels.

    Dayan Ramalingam

  • Potato & pecorino cappelletti

    The cappelletti was also a highlight, with delicate pasta and a flavourful potato filling.

    Mashi_soyo

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality touches that elevate visits at Public Wine Shop

  • Pre-Pour Taste Sampling

    Guests explore novel or curious pours with confidence through complimentary pre-pour tastes before selecting a glass.

  • Guest-Curated Music Control

    Event hosts can stream their own customized playlists directly via the upstairs speaker system.

  • Individual Tap-and-Pay Event Tabs

    Private event attendees can pay individually as they go using contactless tap-and-pay rather than locking into a rigid group bill.

  • Substantive Dietary Customization

    Rather than default salads or vegetable sides, guests with dietary preferences are served thoughtful dedicated courses like full pasta mains.

Before you head over

Practical advice on seating, walk-ins, and ordering wine with confidence

  • Plan for Walk-In Wait Times

    Walk-ins are standard downstairs where bookings are not taken, so plan for a potential 20 to 30-minute wait during peak times by grabbing a drink nearby.

  • Embrace the Shared Table Dynamic

    Expect a shared dining layout downstairs centered around one large communal table, offering an open, social room dynamic.

  • Taste Before Committing to a Glass

    Take advantage of staff offering tastes before you settle on a wine pour, which helps explore unpretentious or adventurous bottles with confidence.

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