Primrose & Vine

4.8

14 Reviews

$40 and under

Wine Bar

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2 people

Dec 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Experiences are available.

Neighborhood gem
Great for fine wines
Good for special occasions

Primrose & Vine is an inclusive, cosy neighbourhood wine bar with changing wines by the glass, and over 250 sensational wines and craft beers to choose from.

We offer a variety of snacks, share pates, gourmet cheeses, salumi and local pizza from Il Caminetto around the corner.

Our Dining in the Drive-Thru is great for those weekend afternoon drinks and is dog friendly.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$40 and under
Cuisines
Wine Bar
Hours of operation
Wed, Thu 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 1:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 1:00 pm–8:00 pm
Phone number
(03) 9370 6561
Website
http://primroseandvine.com.au/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual

Location
80 Primrose St, Essendon, AU-VIC 3040
Neighborhood
Essendon
Cross street
Corner Primrose & Albion Streets
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Thursday Pasta Night and Matched Glass of Wine
A$35.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Join us every Thursday night for our weekly changing menu of pastas prepared by our Italian Nonna Lella, and a matched glass of wine. Call the store on 9370 6561 and ask about this weeks menu!

Offers

Free Wine Tasting @ Primrose & Vine every Saturday
Multiple dates available
Sat - 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Free tasting of four themed wines in the store between 4pm to 6pm. One of our experienced staff will take you through a guided tasting, explaining the theme of the day’s tasting and what to look for in each wine. Each of the four wines are then available to purchase by the glass in our Wine Bar for the rest of the weekend. So try before you buy
Wednesday Bar Only (No Kitchen)
Multiple dates available
Wed - 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday Bar Only (No Kitchen)

Cheese BoardA$32.00
Choose Any 3 Cheeses
Brillat Savarin Triple Cream Brie, FRAA$12.00
Indulgent & Rich
Silver Wattle Soft Cheese, VICA$12.00
Fudgy Interior & Super Creamy
Maffra Mature Cheddar, VICA$12.00
Sharp Flavour & Smooth Texture
Milawa Camembert, VICA$12.00
Velvety & Mild
Truffelino Cheddar, UKA$12.00
Creamy English Cheddar & Luxuriant Black Truffle

Bar Plates

Dirty Martini Olives or Chardonnay OlivesA$10.00
Anchovy & Caviar LavoshA$7.00
Whipped Cheese, Lemon, Thyme
Tomato BruschettaA$14.00
Fresh Mozzarella, Tomatoes, Basil, Balsamic (2pc)
Hummus & Egyptian Dukka CrumbleA$15.00
Feta, Lemon & Cracker Selection
Whipped Goats Cheese DipA$14.00
Warm Honey, Thyme, Pistachio Crumb
Baked Double BrieA$19.00
Fig Jam, Walnuts, Rosemary, Croutons
Dal Makhani Lentil Curry FondueA$16.00
Cheese Melt, Yoghurt, Garlic Naan For Dipping
Roasted Pumpkin & Yoghurt SauceA$17.00
Mint, Hummus & Pinenuts
Salami CapreseA$19.00
Casalingo, Tomato, Fior Di Latte, Pangratatta, Lemon
Prawn Saganaki (6)A$24.00
Baked In Rich Tomato Sugo, Crumbled Feta, Parsley
Chicken Liver ParfaitA$19.00
Port Madeira Jelly, Pickles, Brioche
Pork Hazelnut & Apricot TerrineA$18.00
Pickled Onions, Croutons
Pulled Pork RillettesA$19.00
Cornichons, Toast

Flatbreads

Sundried Tomato, Salami, Mozzarella, BasilA$17.00
Nduja, Peppers, Spinach & PangratattoA$17.00
Blue Cheese, Pear, Rocket & Caramelized OnionA$16.00

Bar Salad

Rocket & PearA$13.00
Shaved Parmesan, White Balsamic
Caprese SaladA$17.00
Tomato, Fior Di Latte, Fresh Basil
Beetroot & Goats CheeseA$14.00
Cranberry, Pepitas & Balsamic Glaze

Pizza From Il Caminetto

5pm - 8.45pm & Sun Until 7.15pm / Gluten Free Available +$4

MargheritaA$25.00
Pomodoro, Mozzarella, Basil
CapricciosaA$32.00
Ham, Mushroom, Olives
DiavolaA$32.00
Hot Salami, Onions, Capsicum, Chilli Oil
VegetarianaA$32.00
Eggplant, Zucchini, Basil Pesto, Goats Cheese Mousse
Bianca GamberiA$34.00
Stracciatella, Prawns, Pancetta, Rocket

Dessert

Lella's Chocolate Brownie & Vanilla Ice CreamA$14.00
Boozy AffogatoA$16.00
Virgin AffogatoA$10.00
Ice Cream SundaeA$13.00
Caramel, Pistachios, Cherry

Happy Hour

Thursday & Sunday 4-7 /Friday & Saturday 1-4

Tap BeerA$8.00
Basic SpiritsA$9.00
Glass House WineA$10.00
SpritzersA$12.00

Feed Me Menu

We Kindly Request The Whole Table Participate. When Ordering The Feed Me Menu Min 2 people & Groups of 8+

Feed Me Menu
A Selection of Shared Dishes (Chefs Choice)
- ppA$50.00

What 14 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8

4.8 based on all time ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.8Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Energetic

14 Reviews

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Andrew
Melbourne
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 24, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What a great venue, great personal service and yummy food. We had a great evening and will definitely be back for more! Thank you.
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Annab
New York City
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on June 28, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great neighbourhood place with good service and wine. It was busy and noise level made it difficult to have conversations.
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OpenTable Diner
Melbourne
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Me and my husband came here to celebrate his completion of his Masters and this was definitely the right place to come! The staff were so friendly and professional. There is a free wine tasting every Saturday, which we are excited to go to every week! The staff knew their wines, which is always a bonus. And this is all not mentioning how delicious the cheese board and baked brie was!!! We will absolutely be back soon.
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LouiseC
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was great and service was excellent. We enjoyed the meal and the interesting information regarding the wine that was served by Steve.
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Christian
VIP
Melbourne
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 4, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing wine selection, great service and location
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MeeganW
Melbourne
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 14, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic local spot with excellent wines and delicious food. Will definitely be back!
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MicheleH
VIP
Melbourne
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on September 16, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Best local wine bar with friendly atmosphere and great service
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TraceyV
Melbourne
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on August 25, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful wine bar with a great selection of wines and cheeses. Will be back!
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missaliciao
VIP
Melbourne
21 reviews
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on May 13, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a great time at Primrose and Vine! Great drinks and food - love the extended menu - and the service is fantastic. Thank you!
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Carol
Melbourne
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 16, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service was excellent. Food and wine was great. Waiter was very informative with his wine knowledge and suggestions.
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FAQs

Primrose & Vine is rated 4.8 stars by 14 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Experiences are available.

80 Primrose St, Essendon, AU-VIC 3040

Additional information

Cross street
Corner Primrose & Albion Streets
Neighborhood
Essendon
Hours of operation
Wed, Thu 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 1:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 1:00 pm–8:00 pm
Price
$40 and under
Cuisines
Wine Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://primroseandvine.com.au/
Phone number
(03) 9370 6561

Primrose & Vine

Make a reservation

Additional information

Thursday Pasta Night and Matched Glass of Wine

Free Wine Tasting @ Primrose & Vine every Saturday

Wednesday Bar Only (No Kitchen)

Bar Snacks

Gourmet Roasted NutsA$9.00

Bar MixA$7.00

Wasabi PeasA$6.00

Lightly Salted PopcornA$5.00

Spanish Quillo CrispsA$9.00

Artisan Salumi

Prosciutto di Parma

Pork And Roasted Fennel Salami, VIC

Casalingo Salami, ITA

Wood Smoked Salami, CR

Salumi BoardA$42.00

Artisan Cheeses

Cheese BoardA$32.00

Brillat Savarin Triple Cream Brie, FRAA$12.00

Silver Wattle Soft Cheese, VICA$12.00

Maffra Mature Cheddar, VICA$12.00

Milawa Camembert, VICA$12.00

Truffelino Cheddar, UKA$12.00

Bar Plates

Dirty Martini Olives or Chardonnay OlivesA$10.00

Anchovy & Caviar LavoshA$7.00

Tomato BruschettaA$14.00

Hummus & Egyptian Dukka CrumbleA$15.00

Whipped Goats Cheese DipA$14.00

Baked Double BrieA$19.00

Dal Makhani Lentil Curry FondueA$16.00

Roasted Pumpkin & Yoghurt SauceA$17.00

Salami CapreseA$19.00

Prawn Saganaki (6)A$24.00

Chicken Liver ParfaitA$19.00

Pork Hazelnut & Apricot TerrineA$18.00

Pulled Pork RillettesA$19.00

Flatbreads

Sundried Tomato, Salami, Mozzarella, BasilA$17.00

Nduja, Peppers, Spinach & PangratattoA$17.00

Blue Cheese, Pear, Rocket & Caramelized OnionA$16.00

Bar Salad

Rocket & PearA$13.00

Caprese SaladA$17.00

Beetroot & Goats CheeseA$14.00

Pizza From Il Caminetto

MargheritaA$25.00

CapricciosaA$32.00

DiavolaA$32.00

VegetarianaA$32.00

Bianca GamberiA$34.00

Dessert

Lella's Chocolate Brownie & Vanilla Ice CreamA$14.00

Boozy AffogatoA$16.00

Virgin AffogatoA$10.00

Ice Cream SundaeA$13.00

Happy Hour

Tap BeerA$8.00

Basic SpiritsA$9.00

Glass House WineA$10.00

SpritzersA$12.00

Feed Me Menu

Feed Me Menu

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