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The Shop & Wine Bar

78 Curlewis St, Bondi Beach NSW 2026, Australia

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78 Curlewis St, Bondi Beach NSW 2026, Australia

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+61 2 9365 2600
HoursMonday: 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 4:00 – 10:00 PM Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 4:00 – 10:00 PM Thursday: 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 4:00 – 10:00 PM Friday: 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 4:00 – 10:00 PM Saturday: 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 4:00 – 10:00 PM Sunday: 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 4:00 – 10:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About The Shop & Wine Bar

Bondi veterans point straight to this Curlewis Street tuck shop for daytime sandwiches and wine-fuelled evenings. The footprint? Minuscule. The output punches well above its weight. Early risers grab pavement tables for flat whites and poached chicken rolls, catching the coastal sun alongside passing dogs. Sourdough runs thick, and the gluten-free bread holds its own against any bakery loaf in town. Come dusk, the room flips into a buzzing enoteca. Diners squeeze in for $25 pasta night, chasing rigatoni with slabs of focaccia and chilled reds poured by staff who know their drops. If you order chips, expect a classic bag of Smiths on the counter.

  • Day-to-Night Dining: Transitions from morning flat whites, BLTs, and fresh salads to evening cheese plates and curated wines by the glass.
  • $25 Pasta Nights: Weekly evening service featuring comforting bowls like rigatoni paired with house focaccia and wine.
  • Al Fresco Street Seating: Intimate pavement tables catching coastal sun, perfect for unwinding and dog-watching along Curlewis Street.
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Why Choose The Shop & Wine Bar

Why Bondi locals and visitors gather from morning sandwiches to evening wine and pasta.

  • Flavour-Packed Sandwiches and Lunch Staples

    The kitchen crafts renowned lunchtime staples like the poached chicken sandwich and BLT on premium fresh bread that customers repeatedly call out as some of the best in Sydney.

    By far the best sandwiches in the whole of the eastern suburbs, potentially in the whole of sydney haha. Its my favourite place in bondi for a little lunch time flavour packed escape from work.

    Harriet Bridget Parker

  • Dedicated Gluten-Free Bread Alternatives

    Dedicated gluten-free loaves and charcoal bread options let guests with dietary preferences enjoy breakfast toast, rolls, and sandwiches without compromising on texture or taste.

    The poach chicken sandwich is one of my favourites and they have the BEST gluten free bread which makes my gluten intolerant heart so happy.

    Sarah Liz King

  • Evening Wine Bar and Pasta Transitions

    As the day winds down, the venue turns into an intimate wine bar pairing weekly pasta specials and rotating dishes with a diverse list of wines by the glass.

    The wine list is genuinely beautiful, with such an interesting and diverse range by the glass. We sampled our way through most of it during the evening as each selection was so interessting, which was such a treat.

    Rebecca Nolan

  • Affordable $25 Pasta and Wine Nights

    Evenings bring exceptional value and relaxed dining through popular mid-week pasta and wine dinner pairings in an inviting setting.

    The food was great and the wine was even better. $25 dollars for a pasta and wine.

    amy brown

  • A Welcoming Home-Like Haven

    The team fosters an intimate, home-like warmth where regulars, newcomers, and celebration groups feel embraced rather than treated as standard diners.

    This place feels more like an extension of your home than a venue. The food pumped out of their teeny tiny kitchen is insanely good and consistently delicious.

    Anna Horn

  • Heartfelt Community Atmosphere

    Operated with genuine care and affection, the tiny cafe cultivates a loyal Bondi neighbourhood community that welcomes everyone with unpretentious hospitality.

    The owners, Lucy and Mike, have created a community within their tiny cafe that is warm and welcoming and intimate-no matter how busy it gets.

    Sarah Tindale

Signature sandwiches, hearty salads, and evening pasta specials

  • BLT Sandwich

    The best BLT I have ever had in my life.

    Anna Marie Munoz

  • Poached Chicken Sandwich

    The poach chicken sandwich is one of my favourites and they have the BEST gluten free bread which makes my gluten intolerant heart so happy.

    Sarah Liz King

  • Pasta Night Special

    Came for the $25 pasta night and was very happy with the meal!

    Mira Goldstein

  • The Chop Chop Salad

    The food is exceptional, though the standout for me is undoubtedly The Chop Chop, a Japanese salad that is pure, wholesome goodness—the perfect, happy meal.

    Reeshma Bhanji

Other favorites

Starters, bar snacks, and sweet treats

  • Focaccia

    They had the cutest atmosphere, great focaccia and wine.

    Mira Goldstein

  • Carrot Hummus

    As someone that has had a fair few carrot hummus’ in my time, this was by far the best.

    Renee Liptak

  • Sardines with Crackers

    even the simplest dishes, like sardines with crackers, were full of flavour and very satisfying.

    Rebecca Nolan

  • Gluten Free Brownie

    The gluten free brownie and oranges cakes were also very good.

    Peter Howard

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality, dietary accommodations, and weekly evening rituals that set this Bondi gem apart.

  • Dedicated Gluten-Free Loaves & Charcoal Breads

    Diners with gluten intolerance can enjoy sandwiches and breakfast items served on dedicated specialty gluten-free bread, including gluten-free charcoal loaf options and house-baked sweet treats.

  • Weekly $25 Pasta & Wine Evenings

    During evening service, the kitchen hosts a weekly $25 pasta night paired with rotating pasta specials, fresh focaccia, and wine.

  • Rotating By-the-Glass Wine Selections

    Curated by passionate staff, the evening wine menu features an interesting and diverse rotation poured by the glass, encouraging guests to explore varied styles.

  • Warm Regulars Hospitality & Welcoming Community Atmosphere

    The owners and staff maintain an intimate, family-like environment where both regulars and newcomers are recognized personally with warm hospitality.

Before you head over

Planning tips for visiting this intimate Bondi cafe and evening wine bar

  • Book ahead for dinner and pasta nights

    The dining room and kitchen are compact, making evenings particularly busy. Secure a reservation ahead of time, especially for popular weekly $25 pasta nights.

  • Ask for specialty gluten-free bread

    If you are gluten intolerant or dining with dietary restrictions, request their specialty gluten-free bread across sandwiches, rolls, and toast options.

  • Time your visit around the peak daytime rush

    The venue gets packed during peak lunch and warm summer months, so arrive early or drop by in the afternoon for drinks and nibbles to avoid the rush.

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