Bellota Wine Bar

Name: Bellota Wine Bar
Address: 181 Bank St, South Melbourne, AU-VIC, Australia, 3205
Telephone: (03) 9078 8381
Price range: $41 to $100
Rating: 4.9

4.9

43 Reviews

$41 to $100

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2 people

6 Oct 2024

7:00 pm

Booked 8 times today

Great for fine wines
Neighbourhood gem
Good for business meals

Nestled next to Australia’s leading independent wine store, the Prince Wine Store, Bellota makes full use of the massive selection on offer from its sister business. The restaurant/wine bar brings to fruition a long-held desire to provide a venue that showcases the great wines of the world in a warm and friendly environment alongside beautifully executed food. Head chef Nicky Riemer champions the kitchen with her European cuisine which offers a sense of provenance and brings back flavours that often get lost in modern cooking techniques.

The casual, friendly atmosphere is at the heart of Bellota. Our knowledgeable staff’s aim is simple; try and help you love the wine as much as they do. Our list changes with the seasons and wines are all available by the taste, glass and carafe (half bottle), reflecting our belief that good and interesting wines are made all over the globe. We also offer a small selection of iconic wines, poured by the taste utilising the Coravin wine access system.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$41 to $100
Cuisines
Wine Bar, Italian, French
Hours of Operation
Tue–Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(03) 9078 8381
Website
http://www.bellota.com.au/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Nicky Riemer
Private party facilities
We can happily take large bookings for groups of 8 and above across any of our private rooms. To view our different private rooms and the various set menus we can offer please feel free to head to our website at www.belota.com.au

Location
181 Bank St, South Melbourne, AU-VIC 3205
Area
South Melbourne
Cross Street
Bank Street runs off Clarendon St in South Melbourne
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Tram routes 96, 12 and 1 all service South Melbourne and are a short walk from Bellota.
Additional
Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 43 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.9Service
4.7Ambience
4.7Value

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Melbourne
Best Overall
Melbourne
Best Food
Melbourne
Good for business meals
Melbourne
Great for fine wines
Inner City South
Best Overall
Inner City South
Best Food
Inner City South
Best Service
Inner City South
Best Ambience
Inner City South
Best Value
Inner City South
Good for business meals
Inner City South
Great for fine wines
Inner City South
Great for outdoor dining

43 Reviews

V
Valerie
Melbourne
34 reviews
vip
4.0
34 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We were seated in the worst seats of the restaurant, right by the front door which was not great, but it really didn’t detract from an overall lovely evening. The drinks were good, entrees excellent, but the crab pasta left for wanting. We did get forgotten for a long time after we were informed of the specials and first drinks delivered, but otherwise the service was good.
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Natalie
Melbourne
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Great food and friendly staff. Would highly recommend
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Leighton
Melbourne
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 28 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food is innovative and beautifully balanced. Best wine selection of any restaurant in the city, with a walk through to Prince Wine Store and just $15 corkage. Great night enjoyed at a Melbourne dining institution.
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Georgina
Tasmania
21 reviews
vip
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on 25 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Bellotta is always incredible and never disappoints.
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Jeffrey
Melbourne
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 20 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Exceptional service and food plus the added benefit of the best wine cellar in the country. Cant ask for any more. Highly recommend.
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Peter
Melbourne
18 reviews
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on 20 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great food and service as always. The waiter also suggested an excellent bottle of red wine.
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Bb1234567890
Montreal
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 6 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic food. Lovely wine. Great service. I could be better!
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Kathryn
London
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 5 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always so professional. I wonderful new Spring menu, explained so well.
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David
Sydney
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 31 August 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent menu & delicious food in style of French bistro. Vegetable side dish especially delicious. Wide drinks by the glass backed by extensive wine selection at RRP +$15.
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Dianne
Melbourne
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on 16 August 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our table of 4 were once again privileged to experience a fabulous evening at Bellota Wine Bar. Stand out dishes were cuttlefish with chickpeas, pork ragu and one very big and delicious pork cutlet. Thank you Bellota staff for making our night 5 stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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Bellota Wine Bar is rated 4.9 stars by 43 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

6 Oct 2024

7:00 pm

Booked 8 times today

181 Bank St, South Melbourne, AU-VIC 3205

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Bank Street runs off Clarendon St in South Melbourne
Area
South Melbourne
Hours of Operation
Tue–Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm
Price
$41 to $100
Cuisines
Wine Bar, Italian, French
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Tram routes 96, 12 and 1 all service South Melbourne and are a short walk from Bellota.
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Nicky Riemer
Additional
Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.bellota.com.au/
Phone number
(03) 9078 8381
Private party facilities
We can happily take large bookings for groups of 8 and above across any of our private rooms. To view our different private rooms and the various set menus we can offer please feel free to head to our website at www.belota.com.au

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