Vagabond Wines Northcote Road

You know that feeling when you walk into a wine bar and immediately feel slightly stupid for not knowing your Chenins from your Chardonnays? Vagabond on Northcote Road isn't like that. The crew here genuinely seem to enjoy helping you find something brilliant, whether you're after a cheeky natural wine or something more classical. The space has that relaxed neighbourhood vibe—think exposed brick, proper lighting, the kind of place where regulars actually chat to strangers at the bar. They've clearly thought about their selection, and the food's solid enough that you won't just be drinking on an empty stomach, though it's the wine list that's the real draw here.