4.6★
Central Park Cellars
155 Burke Rd, Glen Iris VIC 3146
Overview
Central Park Cellars is a wine bar in Glen Iris, within easy reach of the suburb's Gardiners Creek paths, village shopping, and Burke Road trams. As part of Glen Iris's evening social life, it contributes to the area's after-dark social options beyond daytime shopping and commuting. Residents use it for drinks after work, casual meet-ups, and weekend evenings, often walking from nearby homes or arriving by tram along local corridors. Venues such as Central Park Cellars add to the character and energy of Glen Iris after hours. They support a balanced lifestyle where entertainment sits close to home rather than only in the city centre.
Quick info
Address
155 Burke Rd, Glen Iris VIC 3146
Phone
(03) 9833 1216Opening hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- 4:00 to 11:00 PM
- Thursday
- 4:00 to 11:00 PM
- Friday
- 1:00 to 11:00 PM
- Saturday
- 1:00 to 11:00 PM
- Sunday
- 1:00 to 9:00 PM
Dining experience
Available offerings
Dining options
- Dine-in available.
- Takeaway offered.
Venue highlights
Popular features
Outdoor terrace
Alfresco tables that suit slow lunches and lingering evenings.
Family friendly
Pacing stays humane for diners with youngsters.
Group friendly
Suitable for larger bookings; reservations help on busy weekends.
Dog friendly
Well behaved pets fit the outdoor rhythm; ask hosts where to perch.
Live performances
Occasional live sets add energy without steamrolling chatter.
Accessibility & convenience
Visitor amenities
Parking & transport
Parking options
Good to know
- Guest restroom on site.
- Reservations suggested for peak nights.
Reviews
Natasha Venizelos
★★★★★“I came with two girlfriends at 2 p.m. on a Friday afternoon. I was a bit nervous about how it would go because we all had babies. However, we had such a wonderful experience. The staff were so accommodating and were more than happy to have us there! In addition to the lovely staff, the wine and cheese platter were divine.”
Jih Ying Tioh
★★★★★“A food article on the Age brought us here to taste the flawless tiramisu. It was indeed the best tiramisu my wife and I have ever tasted. We also enjoyed the anchovies fillets, charred octopus and dry aged rib eye. Love the ambience too. Staff was friendly and helpful as we have a toddler and baby with us. Overall an enjoyable dinner. We will return again.”
The Gollys
★★★★★“We had an enjoyable evening here. Service by Mick and team was great. We tried a variety of dishes and they were all good. It was a pity they had run out of steak over the long weekend. The burrata was my fave. The octopus was also excellent. Will return and would recommend.”
Shim EP
★☆☆☆☆“I don't know what happened here but it wasn't good. I came with my gf and order steak + tacos with the clear directive we only had 45 minutes. I know that's tight but they seemed confident with it. Anyway, since this is a one star review you already know they didn't meet the time requirement, which caused me to be late to my next appointment. The tacos were good, but pricy. The steak meanwhile I did not enjoy. I thought it was strange that the waiter didn't ask for my preferred doneness, so I brought this up to the waitress who said "oh it's usually medium rare, that ok?". Non-standard but that's fine with me. Anyway, I'm not a steak expert, but so you decide from the pictures, but I would say it's closer to medium well than medium rare - whatever the case, I didn't enjoy it, and the side salads I ordered were pretty whatever too. Finally, when I went to pay the bill, I brought up the issue with the timing and my opinion on the doneness. The waitress just said "ok". That's fine that they don't care, but I ain't coming back here and nor should you.”
Chiran
★★★★★“We had an absolutely fantastic experience at Central Park Cellars. The food was genuinely delicious and perfectly prepared, showcasing the talents of the amazing chef. Complimenting the superb meal was the service from the amazing staff, who were attentive, friendly, and made our visit feel special from the moment we arrived until we left. We highly recommend this spot!”
Frequently asked questions
Glen Iris has a spread of bars across local streets and shopping strips. Central Park Cellars is one drinks venue in the area. Central Park Cellars is rated 4.6 out of 5 from 189 Google reviews. Use Google Maps for directions, live hours, and current visitor details.
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