Odd Culture Fitzroy

Despite its unassuming exterior, this wine haunt - off the busy intersection of Johnston and Brunswick Street - is self-titled an ‘exploration in fermentation’. With a sibling business under the same name in Sydney (Odd Culture Newtown), this wine bar/shop hybrid which resides in a heritage building and former post office welcomes you with concrete floors and soaring ceilings, exuding an ambience perfect for wine parties, pop-ups and chef collabs. The space seamlessly blends industrial charm with a seriously good taste in wine.

The self-serving wine fridges will surprise guests with cult wines, coexisting in a large selection of everyday wines for casual enjoyment. This juxtaposition strikes me as a venue that encourages a sense of fun and approachability, while also catering for wine enthusiasts who are seeking depth and complexity. Wine appreciation is celebrated here, in a playful and inclusive manner.