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A guide to the best wine bars in Brisbane, chosen for the ambition of their wine by the glass, the depth of their cellars, and the welcome at the table. These 13 Brisbane wine bars and restaurants pour the city's most ambitious by-the-glass lists.
3 Glass Rating: Exceptional
Coda Wine Bar
Wine Bar · 5002/81 Kittyhawk Dr, Chermside QLD 4032
CODA was born from the idea that great wine is made to be drunk, not just admired for its label. Part wine playground, part neighbourhood wine bar, the list brings together benchmark classics alongside visionary growers and future-forward producers from Australia, the Mediterranean and beyond. Through Enomatic & Coravin, guests can explore 40+ wines in 30/75/ or 125ml pours without intimidation.
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Cru Bar + Cellar
Restaurant · 1/22 James St, Fortitude Valley QLD 4006
Cru Bar + Cellar is a Brisbane institution, a familiar destination for many, and an unmissable pilgrimage for others. The lux space is poised for you to enjoy the CRU wine journey selected by award winning sommeliers, a classic menu, an unsurpassed cellar for take home tipples and a streetside experience, CRU has cemented its place as an iconic vinous destination.
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Fatcow Restaurant
Restaurant · 10 James St, Fortitude Valley QLD 4006
Fatcow on James St is a refined yet vibrant steakhouse, blending premium Australian produce with a world-class wine programme. Expect polished service, a lively dining room, and an extensive cellar showcasing both iconic labels and rare finds designed for memorable, indulgent experiences.
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Rothwell's Bar & Grill
Restaurant · 235 Edward St, Brisbane City QLD 4000
A timeless restaurant in a historic setting, made for long lunches, evening cocktails and intimate dining moments. The menu includes our signature Beef Wellington, a selection of top quality steaks and fresh seafood from our Marble Bar.
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Aunty Dining
Restaurant · 11 Wandoo Street, Fortitude Valley Queensland 4006
Aunty on Wandoo offers a refined yet welcoming dining experience, balancing contemporary elegance with a strong sense of place. Its wine programme is thoughtfully selected, featuring both established and emerging producers, with a focus on expressive, terroir-driven wines. The list spans classic and progressive styles, encouraging exploration while remaining approachable.
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D.Vino Bistro & Vinoteca
Restaurant · 77 Jurgens St, Woolloongabba QLD 4102
D.Vino Bistro & Vinoteca is a refined Italian dining destination in Woolloongabba, Brisbane, where authentic cuisine meets an exceptional wine experience. Our seasonal menu celebrates premium local produce and traditional Italian flavours, perfectly paired with a carefully selected collection of Italian and international wines. Elegant, welcoming, and unforgettable.
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Evra Restaurant
Restaurant · 18a Longland St, Newstead QLD 4006
Evra doesn’t treat wine as an afterthought- it’s part of the conversation. The list leans thoughtful over flashy, built around bottles that mirror the kitchen’s philosophy: seasonal, expressive, and grounded in place. You’ll see a mix of Australian producers alongside interesting imports, wines chosen less for big names and more for energy, texture, and how they play with food.
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IPPIN Japanese Dining
Restaurant · The Garden Pavilion West Village TG.2, Level 2/111 Boundary St, West End QLD 4101
IPPIN Japanese Dining is a modern Japanese dining destination hidden upstairs in Brisbane’s West Village, combining charcoal cooking, seasonal Japanese flavours, sake, Champagne and a carefully selected wine experience in a warm, design-led setting.
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Marlowe
Restaurant · 105 Melbourne St, South Brisbane QLD 4101
Marlowe blends nostalgia with contemporary design. Situated within a heritage-listed Art Deco apartment building from the 1940s, we showcase the finest Australian culinary offerings. Our menu features exclusively Australian wines, except for Champagne, and all produce is sourced locally. We honour traditional influences while highlighting the evolving landscape of Australian cuisine.
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Attimi by Dario Manca
Restaurant · 224 Given Ter, Paddington QLD 4064
ATTIMI by Dario Manca. ‘Attimi’ translates to ‘moments’ in Italian.
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Southside
Restaurant · 63 Melbourne St, South Brisbane QLD 4101
At Southside we are nestled under two railway overpasses, in a leafy urban oasis. Our atmosphere can only be characterised as the perfect balance between relaxed and bustling.
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Toscano Bar & Kitchen
Restaurant · 2 Edward St, Brisbane City QLD 4000
Nestled in the heart of Brisbane, Toscano Bar is not just another place to grab a drink. It’s an experience.
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Elementi
Restaurant · 257 Given Ter, Paddington QLD 4064
We are a humble neighbourhood Italian Restaurant with a focus on home style small plates, handmade pastas and contemporary Pizzas. Our drinks list focusses on Italian Spirits, beers, soft drinks and Italy inspired cocktails. We like to keep it interesting with our frequently rotating wine list and showcase Italian varietals that are lesser known or locally grown.
View Full DetailsWine by the glass turns a single evening into a tasting flight, and the wine bars in Brisbane above show how far a thoughtful by-the-glass programme can travel — from grower Champagne to bio-dynamic reds. Use the map to plan a crawl by neighbourhood, and open each venue for opening hours, the current pour list, and booking details.
The Coravin Guide reviews each venue independently, focusing on the ambition and depth of what they pour by the glass. No venue pays to be included.