
Bear's Wine Bar
A highly rated wine bar in North Melbourne with a 4.8 rating across 117 reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
Bear's Wine Bar is a bar and kitchen on Queensberry Street in North Melbourne, with a clearly stated focus on wine and a relaxed, social setting. The venue’s own imagery shows bottles, wine glasses, rosé served in a branded glass, and beer, including Melbourne Bitter and Coopers Sparkling Ale.
Inside, the space has a compact bar feel, with bottle shelves set against brick, greenery visible through the windows and tables arranged for conversation. The photographs suggest a low-lit, intimate room that works for a casual drink, a catch-up or a slower evening at the bar. There is also a street-facing aspect, giving the venue a connection to its North Melbourne surrounds.
Bear's offers bar and kitchen service from Tuesday to Sunday, with later service on Friday and Saturday. It may suit couples, small groups or solo visitors looking for a neighbourhood wine bar rather than a large, high-energy venue. The website does not provide a detailed food menu or information about the people behind the bar, so the most reliable reason to visit is its wine-bar setting, drinks-led offering and central North Melbourne location.
Reviewed by Iyan B.
Practical details
Opening hours
Closed- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- 16:00 – 21:00
- Wednesday
- 16:00 – 21:00
- Thursday
- 16:00 – 21:00
- FridayToday
- 16:00 – 23:00
- Saturday
- 12:00 – 23:00
- Sunday
- 12:00 – 21:00
Menu
View the latest menu directly from the venue.
Open menuSpot Score
- Reputation
- 86
- Popularity
- 63
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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