Bellota Wine Bar

4.9

48 Reviews

$A41 to $A100

Wine Bar

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2 people

23 Nov 2024

22:30

Booked 15 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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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$A41 to $A100
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
Dog Friendly

What 48 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.9Service
4.8Ambience
4.7Value

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Diners' Choice Awards

Melbourne
Best Overall
Melbourne
Best Food
Melbourne
Best Service
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

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Bellota Wine Bar, a "true gem" in South Melbourne, offers "fantastic food and service" with an exceptional Italian menu. Diners rave about the "amazing" wine selection from the adjacent Prince Wine Store. Enjoy a "wonderful" atmosphere with "impeccable" service, making it many patrons' go-to dining spot in Melbourne.

48 Reviews

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FionaW
Sydney
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 9 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had such a great night, everything from the moment we walked in was perfect! Thank you
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Rory
Melbourne
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 6 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent menu, food, service and of course wine. I am looking forward to my next time at Bellota already.
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Andy
Melbourne
26 reviews
5.0
26 reviews
Dined on 1 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My favourite restaurant in Melbourne. The food is always excellent, followed by friendly and helpful staff. The massive wine selection in the onsite Prince Wine Store is a bonus and means your wine bill is approx half the price you will pay elsewhere. Can't wait until my next visit to Bellota ;)
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Natasha
Melbourne
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on 25 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great hearty food, as always with a wide selection of things to choose. Warm professional service and a lovely atmosphere - thanks!
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Deidre
Melbourne
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 12 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Bellota is always a superb experience and this time did not disappoint. Food offering is wonderfully varied, yet complimentary leading to a gorgeous culinary experience. The wines were spectacular - particularly loved the Mt Etna white that we drank- a wonderful experience. The staff are very well informed and ensure that diners understand the food source, how it is prepared and what wines work best. Fab-u-lous
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Valerie
Melbourne
34 reviews
vip
4.0
34 reviews
Dined on 2 October 2024
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 on 1 October 2024
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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Bellota Wine Bar is rated 4.9 stars by 48 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

23 Nov 2024

22:30

Booked 15 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
$A41 to $A100
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
Dog Friendly

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

Bellota Wine Bar

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What 48 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

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