Wine Bar Adelaide
BAR SEPTIMUS
Adelaide’s House of Cheese & Wine in the East End
220 Grenfell Street, Adelaide
Rated 4.9 ★ on Google
Mon 4–9pm · Thu 4–10pm · Fri 3pm–11pm · Sat 2pm–11pm · Sun 2–9pm
Septimus is Adelaide’s premier wine bar, situated in the heart of East End at 220 Grenfell Street. A two-storey sanctuary defined by candlelight, rare wine and artisan cheese, where every visit becomes a guided experience.
Our cellar spans French and Australian benchmarks, back vintages, and rare allocations, curated by varietal, region, and producer. Paired with artisan cheese boards and thoughtful charcuterie, Septimus is the wine bar Adelaide’s most curious drinkers call home.
WHAT OUR GUESTS ARE SAYING
“This has to be Adelaide’s best boutique wine bar. Great wine, great cheese, great people!”
— Tim E. ★★★★★ Google Review
“A great place to come on your own and sit at the counter. Such an incredible wine list and cheeses. They have a specials menu with wines and suggested cheese pairings, highly recommended. Service so professional and friendly, generous in every way.”
— Kumi Taguchi ★★★★★ Google Review
“This place will have you feeling like you’ve stepped off the East End footpath and into a cosy French wine bar. The wine list is stellar, as is the service.”
— Donovan C. ★★★★★ Google Review
“The wine selection is exquisite, the cheese boards are spot on, and their private tastings are easily the best in town. Ian, the owner, is incredibly knowledgeable and welcoming.”
— Ben J. ★★★★★ Google Review
OUR WINE PHILOSOPHY
Our cellar bridges the gap between the Old World and the New, showcasing producers who honour tradition and terroir. From Champagne and Burgundy to the Rhône, and from the Barossa and Clare Valley to McLaren Vale and the Coonawarra, Septimus brings the finest of France and Australia to this Adelaide wine bar in the East End. We invite guests to explore current releases, back vintages, verticals, and rare bottles that reveal exactly how great wine evolves over time. Discover more in our guide to French wine in Adelaide.
ARTISAN CHEESE & CHARCUTERIE
Our cheese selection is sourced from Europe’s finest affineurs and South Australia’s best local producers. From soft-ripened French classics to bold washed-rinds and mature hard styles, every cheese is served at its peak. Our charcuterie is sliced to order, featuring traditional French styles complemented by local smallgoods. These boards are a hallmark of our Adelaide wine bar experience, designed to pair perfectly with the wines in our cellar.
THE SEPTIMUS EXPERIENCE
- A Deep Cellar: A list of French and Australian wines spanning benchmark varietals, back vintages, and rare regional finds.
- Authentic Pairings: Imported cheeses and thoughtful charcuterie that bring flavour and authenticity to every board.
- Meet the Makers: Regular Masterclasses and Cellar Door Sundays that connect guests directly with winemakers and growers.
- Education First: A welcoming East End wine bar where you can learn, taste, and share, regardless of where you are on your wine journey.
- Grower Relationships: A bar built on genuine connections with producers, bringing authenticity and depth to every glass we pour.
- BYO Welcome: Bring a special bottle for $20 corkage, or plan your night with our Adelaide corkage and BYO guide.
WINE, EDUCATION & COMMUNITY
At Septimus, a dedicated Adelaide wine bar in the East End, education is central. Our extensive cellar spans French and Australian wines, with back vintages and small allocations that reward curiosity. We build our lists around varietal, region, and producer, allowing guests to trace terroir and technique with clarity. Our resident winemaker leads approachable tastings and masterclasses, pairing flights with artisan cheese to turn a simple visit into a guided learning experience.
We invest in relationships with growers and makers across South Australia and France, bringing rare wines and museum stock into the city. Producers often join us to pour and share their stories, connecting the glass to the person behind it. Whether you are exploring Barossa Shiraz or Adelaide Hills Chardonnay, our focus on storytelling makes Septimus the ultimate destination for wine education in Adelaide.
MEET THE SEPTIMUS TEAM
Turean ‘TJ’ Allen
Venue Manager
TJ leads the team at our East End wine bar, bringing warmth, energy and years of hospitality experience to every visit.
Gracie Douglas
Winemaker in Residence
Gracie has worked as a head winemaker and consultant winemaker in South Australia and Victoria, bringing her expertise into the heart of Adelaide’s East End, connecting wine, terroir and cheese.
Edward Rava
Shift Leader
Edward is studying Viticulture & Oenology at Adelaide University while leading shifts at Septimus, sharing his passion for wine and cheese with every guest.
Ian Cameron Coker
Owner
Ian founded Septimus to create a definitive Adelaide wine bar that celebrates French and South Australian traditions, community and storytelling.
DISCOVER SEPTIMUS
We blend the love of wine, cheese, and storytelling with a sense of community. Pull up a chair, share a bottle and a board, and see why so many call Septimus their Adelaide East End wine bar, the home of authentic wine and cheese in Adelaide.