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WoodsYard

74 Eastern Rd, South Melbourne VIC 3205, Australia

Recommended by 47 people

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74 Eastern Rd, South Melbourne VIC 3205, Australia

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+61 450 207 874
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 10:00 PM Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 10:00 PM Thursday: 7:30 AM – 11:00 PM Friday: 7:30 AM – 11:00 PM Saturday: 4:00 – 11:00 PM Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About WoodsYard

Tucked along a leafy residential pocket in South Melbourne, this mid-century wine bar balances thoughtful hospitality with unpretentious comfort. While most bustling rooms demand raised voices, acoustic panelling keeps chatter effortless across the timber booths. The kitchen pairs cellar discoveries with wood-fired sourdough rounds—notably the guanciale with honey and chilli, matched to a house ranch dipper for the blistered crusts—alongside dry-aged steak frites drenched in green peppercorn sauce.

  • Acoustic Soundproofing: Bespoke acoustic treatment dampens room reverberation so booth conversation stays quiet and unforced.
  • Sourdough Crust Dipper: Blistered wood-fired crusts, including the honey-and-guanciale pie, arrive with a dedicated ranch dipping sauce.
  • No Mandatory Set Menus: Special calendar dates forgo high-spend tasting menus for full à la carte flexibility.
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Why Dine at WoodsYard

From bespoke acoustic treatment to signature crust dippers, here is why locals make WoodsYard their go-to wine bar.

  • Sourdough Crusts with Dedicated Ranch Dipper

    Sourdough pizzas featuring blistered leopard crusts come paired with a signature house ranch dipping sauce that transforms every slice.

    The ranch crust dipper actually makes me enjoy the crust a lot more

    Jasmine (Jas.eats)

  • Benchmarked Steak Frites & Peppercorn Sauce

    Steak frites paired with signature peppercorn sauce and crunchy frites deliver satisfying, dependable comfort.

    steak frites and HELLO this was tender, juicy and the peppercorn sauce was finger-licking good

    elisa mets

  • Acoustic Soundproofing for Easy Conversation

    Thoughtful soundproofing keeps conversation natural and easy even when the dining room is at full capacity.

    small + bustling but not without enough soundproofing so you don’t have to shout at your tablemate.

    Tam N

  • Quiet Neighbourhood Refuge Off the Busy Strips

    Tucked away on a quiet residential stretch in South Melbourne, offering a peaceful leafy escape from crowded strips.

    neighbourhood wine bar tucked in the quiet streets of south melb parallel to albert park.

    elisa mets

  • Unhurried, Intuitive Wine Guidance

    Attentive, low-pressure staff offer generous wine tastings and thoughtful recommendations tailored to personal taste.

    Gabby looked after us letting us try different wines and giving us food recs without being pushy or overly bearing.

    Lauren Taylor

  • Freedom of Choice on Special Occasions

    Unlike typical wine bars mandating rigid holiday set menus, guests retain full à la carte freedom without high-spend pressure.

    my boyfriend and I don’t really enjoy set menus on certain occasions (like Vday) and much prefer having that ability to choose without the pressure and the big bucks.

    Giana Fausto

Customer-favourite staples and signature dishes

  • Steak Frites

    For good reason the Steak Frites is considered one of Melbourne’s best 👀 the sauce is worth coming back for.

    Caterina Capone

  • Guanciale pizza

    I really like WoodsYard's guanciale pizza. It's flavourful with the honey & chilli, albeit a little simple. Great leopard spotting on the pizza also.

    Jasmine (Jas.eats)

  • Baked Rigatoni

    The Baked Rigatoni ($36) with vodka tomato and stracciatella was 8.5/10 and probably my new benchmark for vodka pasta

    Christopher Wu

  • Bluefin Tuna Tartare

    Started with the Bluefin Tuna Tartare ($28) and this was genuinely one of the best tartares I’ve had. Refreshing, really good balance of flavours and the greens/cucumber gave it a nice freshness.

    Christopher Wu

Other favorites

Snacks, sides, and sweet finishes

  • Ranch crust dipper

    The ranch crust dipper actually makes me enjoy the crust a lot more (almost better than the main part of the pizza!).

    Jasmine (Jas.eats)

  • Mushroom Croquettes

    Don’t leave without trying the Mushroom Croquettes and the dangerously addictive Hot Chips.

    Caterina Capone

  • Sticky toffee pudding

    Sticky toffee pudding was heart warming.

    Jasmine (Jas.eats)

  • Basque cheesecake

    we couldn’t say no to their basque cheesecake. not dense/gooey but rather airy, fluffy and light. we adored it.

    elisa mets

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitable details and guest-first practices observed across customer visits

  • No Mandatory Special-Occasion Set Menus

    Rather than locking guests into fixed high-spend set menus on major occasions like Valentine's Day, diners are given the freedom to order à la carte without added pressure.

  • Try-Before-You-Order Wine Guidance

    Guests are offered complimentary sips and personalized guidance from staff and the owner to sample and find the right pour before committing to a glass or bottle.

  • Dedicated Ranch Crust Dipper Sauce

    Pizzas can be paired with a dedicated house ranch crust dipper sauce, turning the outer sourdough edges into a standalone highlight.

  • Intentional Room Acoustic Treatment

    The room incorporates dedicated acoustic treatment and soundproofing, keeping conversation clear and comfortable without the need to shout across the table.

Frequently Asked Questions

What should you know about ordering pizza at WoodsYard?

WoodsYard is known for its sourdough pizzas, such as the guanciale with honey and chilli. Guests frequently recommend pairing pizzas with the house ranch crust dipper sauce, which can be ordered on the side.

Which dishes are most recommended beyond pizza?

Alongside sourdough pizza, steak frites with red wine and peppercorn sauce is a staple favourite. Other popular savoury items include the baked rigatoni with vodka sauce and stracciatella, bluefin tuna tartare, comté mushroom croquettes, and house focaccia.

Can you make a reservation, and what seating options are available?

Yes, WoodsYard accepts bookings for dining in, and groups can be accommodated. The venue offers indoor booth seating as well as outdoor alfresco dining options.

How does wine ordering work if you want guidance?

The venue offers an extensive Australian and European wine list, including chilled and natural options, as well as beers and cocktails. Staff and the owners are happy to offer tastings and personalized recommendations if you are unsure what to pick.

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