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Olivine, Coburg, AU-VIC

Olivine

4.5
4.5
185 Reviews
$41 to $100
Wine Bar

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2 people
8:30 pm
Booked 20 times today
  • Great for fine wines
  • Good for special occasions
  • Romantic
Olivine wine bar is nestled inside of the 170-year-old heritage-listed bluestone walls of the former HM Pentridge Prison.

You will meet your host to guide you through this unconventional space, until you find yourself in velvet-clad, faintly lit booths. Hidden away, the only distraction here is our novel-like book of wine, your key to our walk in cellar.

Olivine is a place for all from the most passionate to those just beginning their journey of wine. Our list is written in a way that encourages you to sample different regions, we hope you'll come away with a few new favorites or some wines to add to the bucket list.

Walk-ins are subject to availability. Booth seating cannot be guaranteed but we aim to accommodate guest requests where we can.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Wine Bar, Contemporary European, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 2:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (03) 9100 9116
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Olivine is nestled in an old citadel-like space built of hand-carved bluestone. Perfect for celebrations of any reason, the intimate spaces, intriguing atmosphere, and exceptional service of Olivine make it the perfect venue for your next get together.
  • Private party contact
    our Private Event Coordinator: (03) 9100 9116
  • Area
    Coburg
  • Cross Street
    Champ Street and Pentridge Boulevard, enter via Pentridge precinct Piazza
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Route 19 Tram, Coburg train station.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 185 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Melbourne

    Innovative

  • Melbourne

    Great for fine wines

  • Melbourne

    Romantic

  • Melbourne

    Good for special occasions

  • Inner City North

    Innovative

  • Inner City North

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Inner City North

    Great for fine wines

  • Inner City North

    Romantic

  • Inner City North

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Olivine offers a distinctive dining experience set within a refurbished prison, exuding a "sophisticated" ambiance. Guests rave about the "exceptional service" and "delicious drinks." The extensive wine selection is expertly curated by knowledgeable sommeliers. While some find the food portions small, the venue's unique atmosphere and attentive staff make it a memorable visit.

185 Reviews
  1. Jane

    Melbourne

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My friends and I love this wine bar. The service is wonderful... friendly and attentive. The drinks and food is delicious... and the ambience is beautiful. Highly recommend!!!

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  2. Debra

    Melbourne

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a very enjoyable evening with a fantastic venue and great service. A hidden gem in Coburg. Make sure you book as this place is popular. We will be back.
    OlivineResponded 3 days ago
    Hi, thanks for taking the time to review Olivine. We appreciate your feedback and hope you dine with us again soon. Zoe E, Bar Supervisor

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  3. Brett

    Victoria

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A great place to have a quiet wine in a blue stone cell.
    OlivineResponded 3 days ago
    Hi, thanks for taking the time to review Olivine. We appreciate your feedback and hope you dine with us again soon. Zoe E, Bar Supervisor

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  4. Bree

    Melbourne

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 21 November 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    I have dined and had drinks at Olivine on three occasions. Each time I hope the service will improve but after my third visit I feel compelled to write this review. I’m not sure if it’s the layout of the cells that makes the service so inattentive, just lack of staff, or just apathy. Whatever the reason, the service, sadly is terrible . I have brought local and interstate friends to Olivine to show off this gorgeous and unique bar. Wont be doing it again though as the service just doesn’t represent the great service I usually experience in the inner North.
    OlivineResponded 3 days ago
    Hi, Bree thanks for taking the time to review Olivine. We appreciate your feedback, I would like the opportunity to discuss this further with you and see how we can improve if that's okay? If this is something you are happy to do please reply to this message through Open Table. At Olivine we are always looking to improve our service and offering. Zoe E, Bar Supervisor

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  5. HEIDI

    Melbourne

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 19 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food and cocktails were standout, there wasn’t a dish we didn’t enjoy (and we tried 3/4 of the menu!). The kingfish and chicken pâté were our favourites, and the oysters were really fresh and zingy. The service was efficient and friendly, and our food came out quickly. We agreed that next time we would choose a table in the bar over the main seating areas, as the converted ‘cells’ don’t get a lot of natural light. However, if you’re looking for something cozy and intimate these rooms certainly fit the brief!
    OlivineResponded on 20 November 2024
    Hi Heidi, thanks for taking the time to review Olivine. We appreciate your feedback and hope you dine with us again soon. Zoe E, Bar Supervisor

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  6. Sue

    Tropical QLD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 30 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The whole experience was amazing. From our greeting, the service, the food and the check out. We were not rushed, suggestions were spot on, especially with the wine (thank you) and the selections suited everyone.
    OlivineResponded on 31 October 2024
    Hi, thanks for taking the time to review Olivine. We appreciate your feedback and hope you dine with us again soon. Zoe E, Bar Supervisor

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  7. Kirsten

    Melbourne

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 25 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Consistently fabulous! Great atmosphere, service, drinks and food. One of my new favourite places - thank you Olivine!
    OlivineResponded on 30 October 2024
    Hi Kirsten, thanks for taking the time to review us here at Olivine. We appreciate your feedback and hope to see you again soon! Zoe E, Bar Supervisor

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  8. Lucas

    Melbourne

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 19 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My girlfriend and I went to celebrate her birthday on a Saturday night. I don’t usually write reviews but the experience was incredible. We sat in the booth (old cell) and it was very nicely presented. The service was top class, and the food… Was UNBELIEVABLE, everything we ate was fresh, cooked perfectly, seasoned very well and the overall experience was unforgettable. Easily one of the best dining experiences I / we have ever had.
    OlivineResponded on 23 October 2024
    Hi Lucas, thanks for taking the time to review Olivine. We're so glad you enjoyed your time with us! We appreciate your feedback and hope you dine with us again soon. Zoe E, Bar Supervisor

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  9. Kirsten

    Melbourne

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 12 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such a beautiful wine bar and incredibly unique! It’s the second time I’ve visited and both occasions have been perfect in every way. Gorgeous venue and super stylish fit out, delicious drinks and food. Exceptional service too!
    OlivineResponded on 16 October 2024
    Hi Kirsten, thanks for taking the time to review Olivine. We are so glad you've loved your experiences here with us and appreciate your feedback. We hope you dine with us again soon! Zoe E, Bar Supervisor

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  10. Maria

    Melbourne

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 11 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was our first time at Olivine, and we look forward to returning. A unique space and ambience and the service was above expectations. We tried a couple of wines which were excellent. A couple of the dishes we ordered, however, were slightly disappointing compared to other wine bars, so I hope my comments will help in this regard. The warmed olives could have had more variety, in texture and taste. As they were all quite strong in vinegar, it affected the appreciation of the accompanying wine. The salumi dish also only had two meats, one of which was unimpressive. I think a more considered and varied selection would do the impressive wine list more justice. Overall a very enjoyable experience.
    OlivineResponded on 16 October 2024
    Hi Maria, thanks for taking the time to review Olivine. We appreciate your feedback and will pass it on. We hope you dine with us again soon. Zoe E, Bar Supervisor

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FAQs

Olivine is rated 4.5 stars by 185 OpenTable diners.

Olivine does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

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2 people
8:30 pm
Booked 20 times today
Google Map for Olivine

1 Pentridge Blvd, Coburg, AU-VIC 3058

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Champ Street and Pentridge Boulevard, enter via Pentridge precinct Piazza
  • Area
    Coburg
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 2:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Wine Bar, Contemporary European, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Route 19 Tram, Coburg train station.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (03) 9100 9116
  • Private party facilities
    Olivine is nestled in an old citadel-like space built of hand-carved bluestone. Perfect for celebrations of any reason, the intimate spaces, intriguing atmosphere, and exceptional service of Olivine make it the perfect venue for your next get together.
  • Private party contact
    our Private Event Coordinator: (03) 9100 9116
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