Wine Library
18 Oxford St, Woollahra NSW 2021, Australia
Restaurant
•Why you'll love Wine Library
- Great space and location
- Delicious food
- Excellent service that is friendly and knowledgable.
Nestled atop Oxford Street in Woollahra, Sydney, The Wine Library stands as a cherished beacon among the city's original wine bars. This intimate, yet vibrant neighbourhood haunt boasts a curated selection of global wines paired with delectable share plates.
Embracing a legacy of excellence, our award-winning wine list showcases an eclectic array, with a penchant for 'well made' natural wines including orange, skin contact, organic, and biodynamic varieties. From rare finds to aged treasures, our collection spans over 700 bottles and 65 wines available by the glass.
Meet our esteemed sommelier, Tim Perlstone, whose journey through the world of wine has been marked by accolades and expertise. A seasoned competitor in prestigious sommelier competitions, Tim's pursuit of mastery now sees him on the path towards earning the esteemed title of Master Sommelier with the Court of Master Sommeliers.
Wine Library Function Rooms
Upstairs Private Dining Room
The Upstairs Private Room Perched above the bar, our private dining room is the most exclusive of our spaces — complete with balcony views, custom built book and wine wall and a cozy fireplace. It feels more like an elegant European apartment than a venue, perfect for intimate celebrations, corporate dinners, or tasting events led by our sommeliers. Capacity: up to 24 seated Best for: private dinners, tastings, small celebrations, board meetings
Dining room with courtyard
The Dining Room with courtyard Tucked behind the bar, this pair of adjoining spaces offers the perfect balance of intimacy and atmosphere. Inside, the Dining Room glows with soft lighting, exposed brick, an inviting setting for long-table dinners, celebrations, and curated wine events. Step through the doors and you’ll find the Courtyard, a leafy, open-air escape draped in vines and string lights, perfect for balmy evenings and aperitivo-style gatherings. Together, they create a seamless indoor–outdoor experience, cozy and elegant in winter, breezy and sun-drenched in summer ideal for private functions that flow from shared meals to lingering drinks under the stars. Capacity: up to 22 seated / 45 standing
Price Guide
| Price Type | Price Per Person (Starting From) |
|---|---|
| 3 Course Menu | $ 75 |
| 3 Hour Canapes | $ 69 |
| 3 Hour Beverage Package | $ 72 |
Please note, that pricing may be subject to change without notice. We recommend confirming with the venue prior to booking to ensure you have the most up-to-date information.
Reviews for Wine Library
Sung Young
Dark room ? It felt like walking into a dark room, and you stumble into people sitting at the bar & restaurant enjoying their favorite wines & foods. You need a torch 🔦 to beam into the menu to identify what you want to drink & eat. We have ordered octopus & barramundi and the knowledgeable French sommelier recommended a special white wine to go along. You can see an Asian guy cook / scorch the foods in front of the bar. Surprisingly the foods tasted good, and wine was great also. After a while your eyes adjusted to the darkness & you start to appreciate the intimacy & depth of the foods & wine. The place is also quite noisy (as bad as a Chinese restaurant). Nevertheless we have enjoyed the evening although feeling still hungry… This place is good for all types of couples & lovers…
Tom
First time back here for 10 years. Food, atmosphere, staff all outstanding (just a touch slow on taking our food order, but no big deal). Excellent wine by the glass selection. Entrees were the most delectable green olives and really good Gruyère croquettes. Mains were spanned crab spaghetti and spinach and ricotta cannelloni, both excellent. Nice atmosphere, intimate and not noisy. Someone below complained about how dark it was. It’s not that dark and anyway that’s one of the things that makes this joint so charming. Recommended.
Roxana Exequiel
Our first time experience was incredibly educating. Our sommelier Ruairi was very well versed and provided us with a warm and inviting atmosphere that made us feel right at home. We thoroughly enjoyed the tasting options and snacks provided. We loved the courtyard area where we were seated. On our next visit we would love to sample some of the menu options as the food looks very inviting. The ambience was extremely chilled and we will definitely be back soon!
Jennifer Stockdale
Beautiful, Cozy and quaint. I brought my sister in law here to celebrate a late Mothers day and we had a great time. We came off peak around 3:30pm and sat in the courtyard, though we could have chosen any area. The servers and sommelier were knowledgeable and extremely friendly. Their wine list is incredible and the menu is small but delicious. They even re-corked the bottle of wine for us to takeaway, as weren't able to finish it. If I had one critic, is that the steak was a bit sinuey and not as tender as it looked. All the other dishes were divine. From beginning to end is was very enjoyable, and I highly reccomend :)
Ally Parker
We requested bar seating when we booked many weeks ago. Sadly, we were seated out the back and wow the vibe is terrible. Entirely different venue and a total let down. Service was good despite seating us in what could have been a service running area but atmosphere was a huge letdown. Food is also not quite up to the price point and arrived one by one - our cheese and tomato dish arrived last and was awkward with nothing to pair.
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