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The Wine Barrel

8/59 Railway St, Mudgeeraba QLD 4213, Australia

Recommended by 30 people

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8/59 Railway St, Mudgeeraba QLD 4213, Australia

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+61 7 5569 0017
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:30 PM Wednesday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:30 PM Thursday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 10:00 PM Friday: 11:30 AM – 11:00 PM Saturday: 11:30 AM – 11:00 PM Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About The Wine Barrel

Tucked behind a Mudgeeraba shopping strip, this intimate wine bar delivers refined tapas alongside an open hearth and crisp linen tablecloths. Patrons settle in for slow evenings built around shared plates—slow-cooked beef cheeks paired with house macadamia butter, duck bao, and crispy pork belly with chili jam. Staff steer wine pairings effortlessly across courses, while low-key acoustic sets keep dinner conversation easy. The meal winds down over orange-scented crème brûlée with ginger shortbread.

  • Cosy hearthside dining: An indoor hearth warms cold nights alongside cloth table settings and subdued acoustic sets that keep dinner conversation effortless.
  • Refined tapas spreads: Shared spreads move from pork belly with chilli jam to braised beef cheeks, kingfish sashimi, and orange-scented crème brûlée.
  • Attentive table service: Servers offer informed wine pairings across courses, creating an unhurried, attentive dining experience.
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Why Guests Choose The Wine Barrel

Discover why diners choose The Wine Barrel for intimate evenings, celebratory milestones, and fireside comfort.

  • Expansive Progression of Tapas & Pairings

    Guests can enjoy a leisurely progression of varied share plates and wine pairings without feeling rushed.

    The food was spectacular and the tapas style gave us the option to try many different dishes.

    Krista Murphy

  • Relaxed Ambiance with Low-Key Live Music

    The dining room provides an intimate, unhurried setting complemented by gentle live acoustic performances at conversational volume.

    Live music wasn’t too loud which was good. Restaurant was clean and comfortable.

    Simone Davies

  • Attentive Hospitality for Milestone Celebrations

    Special occasions and milestones are elevated by dedicated, accommodating staff who anticipate every detail.

    Your patience and attention to detail were incredible - you waited on us hand and foot and made us feel so welcome.

    Sketched Drafting & Design

  • Convivial Gatherings Over Shared Plates

    The warm, communal room and share-plate format naturally foster relaxed, lingering gatherings among companions.

    this tastefully decorated and comfortable atmosphere lends itself to long meals with friends while graze through amazingly good food

    Paul Steele

  • Crackling Fireplace for Cold Winter Evenings

    An active indoor fireplace brings genuine hearth warmth and rustic charm during colder evenings.

    The waitress was more that accommodating and sat us near a crackling fire which was lovely on a cold Winter's night.

    Tracey Jaffrey

  • Refined Linen Setting in an Unassuming Spot

    Diners find a surprisingly refined white-linen setting tucked discreetly inside an unassuming suburban shopping strip.

    There were some excellent vegetarian options, and the tables actually had proper tablecloths and napkins.

    Sandy Feldman

Most-loved savoury tapas and share plates

  • Pork Belly

    The pork belly and slow cooked beef cheeks with house made macadamia butter went down very well - delicious!

    Tracey Jaffrey

  • Tempura Prawns

    I'll be dreaming about the tempura prawns for days

    StuJusnJim

  • Bao Buns

    ordered the Bao buns which were probably some of the best food I have ever tried at a restaurant

    Matthew Pedrickson

  • Beef Cheeks

    beef cheeks, dumplings... All incredible

    ana wares

Other favorites

Decadent sweets and desserts to conclude your evening

  • Crème Brûlée

    crème brûlée and panna cotta were both outstanding

    Pierrine Tumson

  • Panna Cotta

    Pana cota with popcorn, peanut butter

    Kerry Magnussen

  • Apple and Rhubarb Crumble

    finish with apple and rhubap crumble👍😋🙏

    Paul Rongyen

  • Nutella and Lemon Curd Doughnuts

    yummy Nutella and lemon curd doughnuts

    Natasha Anderson

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful details that elevate dining at The Wine Barrel

  • Crackling Fireplace Hospitality

    On cold winter evenings, guests are seated beside a roaring, crackling indoor fireplace for a cosy dining atmosphere.

  • Linen Table Appointments

    Dinner tables are appointed with proper cloth tablecloths and fabric napkins, elevating the dining experience in an unassuming setting.

  • Conversational Acoustic Live Music

    Performances by live musicians are kept at an acoustic volume that allows unhindered dinner conversation.

  • Celebration & Event Care

    Floor staff provide attentive, personalised service for milestone events and anniversaries, catering attentively to ensure memorable celebrations.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does ordering and portion sizing work for tapas?

The menu centers on sharing plates and tapas. Groups and couples often order 5 to 6 dishes to share—such as bao buns, tacos, arancini, dumplings, and prawns—leaving room for signature desserts like orange-infused crème brûlée.

Can you make a reservation, or are walk-ins accepted?

Yes, reservations can be booked for dining in. While walk-ins without a booking are occasionally accommodated when space permits, reserving ahead is recommended for peak dinner times and celebrations.

Are vegetarian options available?

Yes, the menu includes dedicated vegetarian selections, with diners praising options like the potato gnocchi, burrata, arancini, and halloumi.

What are the parking options around the restaurant?

Free parking lot, paid parking lot, and free street parking options are available in the surrounding shopping area, though spots can occasionally get tight or busy during peak hours.

What is the dining atmosphere and seating layout like?

The venue features both indoor and outdoor dining spaces, including an indoor fireplace that is lit during cold winter evenings, as well as outdoor sheltered seating.

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