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Sidebar Wine is located at 39 Melrose Street, Sandringham VIC 3191, in the heart of Sandringham Village and just a short walk from Sandringham Station.

Opened in 2018, it's a hybrid venue combining a wine bar, wine store, cocktail menu, and Italian-inspired small plates. The wine list has won awards in 2021, 2022, and 2023.

The venue embraces a warm, rustic-chic style with exposed red brick, intimate zones like a cozy front bar and a quiet back dining room, plus an outdoor terrace.

Music is curated to set the mood without overpowering conversation.

• Featuring an ever-changing, expertly curated wine list by an in-house sommelier, Sidebar showcases boutique local and international producers.
• Wines by the glass range from Australian prosecco and Margaret River Chardonnay to Italian Pinot Grigio and Adelaide Hills Pinot Noir.
• Cocktails are crafted seasonally, standouts include Mango-pop Yogurt Punch, Limoncello Margarita, Banana Old Fashioned, and more, typically A$23–24.
• A selection of craft beers is also available, including beers from Young Henrys and Stomping Ground.

Bistro serves small plate fare with Italian and tapas influences, curated by Chef Joe Grbac, renowned for dishes like lamb gnocchi, salumi plates, sliders, house pasta, meatballs, focaccia, and charcuterie