Restaurant
East End Cellars
25 Vardon Ave, Adelaide SA 5000, Australia
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25 Vardon Ave, Adelaide SA 5000, Australia
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Book NowAbout East End Cellars
Part bottle shop, part buzzing enoteca—East End Cellars lets you pull bottles straight off the retail racks to drink at the table for a modest corkage fee. City regulars treat it as the default launchpad for a night out, sampling cellar rarities by the half-glass while staff point out regional labels. Counter service keeps the room casual. Tables spill into the lane for afternoon sun, the $30 Wagyu rump steak lunch, and hot chips alongside a cold Hugo spritz.
- Retail Cellar & Half-Glasses: Browse retail bottle-shop shelves to drink any bottle on-site for a flat corkage fee, or sample rare pours by the half-glass.
- Tapas & Wagyu Lunch: A concise tapas menu featuring crisp chips, share plates, and a signature $30 Wagyu rump steak lunch special.
- Laneway Terrace: Sunny open-air seating tucked into Vardon Ave, ideal for relaxed day drinks and energetic Friday night starts.
What's On at East End Cellars
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
No events or specials listed right now.
Why East End Cellars Commands Adelaide's Wine Scene
From retail bottle-shop freedom and rare half-glass pours to sunlit laneway seating, reserve your table to experience Vardon Avenue at its best.
Retail Bottle-Shop Access at Table
Browse extensive retail shelves and open any chosen bottle on-site for a modest corkage fee alongside sharing plates.
Exhaustive wine options to choose from in the retail store. There's a reasonable $20 (or $25?) corkage charge to drink your selected bottle in house.
Adele E High-Value Bistro Fare
Enjoy elevated bistro classics paired with benchmark pours, highlighted by a standout value Wagyu lunch special.
savoured a delectable Wagyu rump steak lunch at East End Cellar, all for the remarkable price of $30.
OZ UTube Vardon Avenue Laneway Terrace
Settle into sunny laneway terrace seating just off Rundle Street for leisurely open-air lunches and drinks.
the outdoor seating is excellent, along a little lane behind Rundle St
Chris N Day-to-Night Social Launchpad
Anchor your evening plans at Adelaide's premier gathering spot, built for effortless transitions from dusk till late.
never fails to be the place to begin or end a night out!
Annabelle Chea Rare Pours by the Half Glass
Sample prestigious, hard-to-find vintages without bottle commitment through generous half-glass pours.
Being able to try expensive and rarer wines by the glass ( or half glass) is a treat and great reason to keep visiting.
Ali Gauvin Expert Cellar Guidance
Discover new producers and palate-expanding vintages with recommendations from passionate in-house wine experts.
Incredibly knowledgeable staff that have passion for wine and who will take the time to your expand your tastebuds.
DJ & LILS
Most popular items
Top-rated pours, shared menus, and kitchen staples recommended by visitors
Retail Bottle Corkage
There's a reasonable $20 (or $25?) corkage charge to drink your selected bottle in house.
Adele E Wagyu Rump Steak Lunch
savoured a delectable Wagyu rump steak lunch at East End Cellar, all for the remarkable price of $30.
OZ UTube "Feed Me" Menu
We loved the “feed me” menu. The quality of food was first class and there was so much of it!
Danielle Palmieri Chips
i would highly recommend their chips and any of their small plates, accompanied with any wine of their recommendation.
Annabelle Chea
Other favorites
Special drinks, bar snacks, and weekend tastings beyond the cellar list
Hugo Spritz
charlie provided my group with amazing service and great hugo spritz’s.
Annabelle Chea Mozzarella & Samuli Fritters
Mozzarella & samuli fritters were light, crunchy and delish.
Merry Cocktails
You have to give the cocktails a go too…so delicious!
Danielle Palmieri Weekend Winery Tastings
I like how they show case and offer tasting on weekends for different wineries.
Sherry dezvarei
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you buy wine from the bottle shop to drink on-site?
You can browse and purchase bottles directly from the attached retail bottle shop to drink with your meal for a corkage fee (around $20–$25). The bar also offers a wide range of wines by the glass and half-glass.
How does ordering food and drinks work?
Service is typically counter-order: grab a seat, note your table number, and place your order at the counter where staff will bring food and drinks out to you.
Is outdoor seating available?
Yes, the venue features outdoor seating along the laneway terrace on Vardon Avenue, which is popular for sunny lunches and afternoon drinks.
Do you need to book ahead or avoid peak times?
The venue gets particularly packed on Friday evenings after 5:00 PM, during local festivals, and for street events. Reservations are accepted and recommended if you are planning to attend during peak events or with groups.
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