Bar Septimus

Bar Septimus Tucked beneath the old East End Market archway, Bar Septimus is Adelaide's East End neighbourhood wine bar. Made for slow afternoons and late nights.

French and Australian wines by the glass and bottle, artisan cheese boards, charcuterie, and hi-fi sound.

Harold Septimus Power was a celebrated painter of horses and one of Australia’s official war artists, the kind of figure...
15/06/2026

Harold Septimus Power was a celebrated painter of horses and one of Australia’s official war artists, the kind of figure whose work hangs in national collections yet whose name has quietly slipped from view. We borrowed it because his world and ours overlap. The East End was once home to the Adelaide Fruit and Produce Exchange, where draught horses like the ones he painted hauled their loads through these very streets before the markets moved on.

Each booklet folds that history into the food and wine in front of you. Turn a page between courses and you’ll find the paintings, the produce, and the people who shaped this corner of the city long before we poured a single glass here.

Come in, settle into the candlelight, and let the story unfold across the table.

Adelaide. January 2025. The sign had arrived before the wine. The bicycle belonged to nobody in particular.
04/06/2026

Adelaide. January 2025. The sign had arrived before the wine. The bicycle belonged to nobody in particular.

Seven Master of Wine candidates. Four countries. One Monday night at Septimus.The evening before they sat their exam, se...
04/06/2026

Seven Master of Wine candidates. Four countries. One Monday night at Septimus.

The evening before they sat their exam, seven Master of Wine candidates spent the night with us, in from Japan, China, Israel and around Australia. A few stayed on to put their palates to the test in SAWOL, our monthly blind tasting.

If you don’t know it, the Master of Wine is the toughest qualification in wine. Fewer than 425 people in the world hold it. To put that in perspective, more people have been to space.

That the ones chasing it chose to spend their last night before the exam here means a lot. Good wine and learning are what we’re about, and supporting the trade and the people building careers in it is the heart of it.

Wishing our candidates every success on their journey🍷

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29/05/2026

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24/05/2026

💎 Made Google’s Top 10 Adelaide Gems. Number six, out of thousands of venues across the city.

What an honour to be on a list that includes .adl .adelaide .bistro .adelaide .adelaide . Some of the best rooms in town.

But honestly, this one’s on you. The regulars, the first-timers, every mate who told a mate. Fourteen months of pours and good chats and here we are.

Open Thurs to Mon. Come say hi to the team. 🍷

Looking for a venue with a pulse? Private functions at Septimus, from intimate dinners to full venue hire. DM to enquire...
20/05/2026

Looking for a venue with a pulse? Private functions at Septimus, from intimate dinners to full venue hire. DM to enquire.

The list just got longer. 🖋️We’re adding a few more heavy hitters to the “Little Black Book” this week. If you’ve been l...
04/02/2026

The list just got longer. 🖋️

We’re adding a few more heavy hitters to the “Little Black Book” this week. If you’ve been looking for an excuse to dive into some back-vintage Wendouree or a perfectly aged Wynns, the cellar is officially open.
These are single bottles, so once the cork is pulled, that’s it.

Which one are we pouring for you first?

BackVintage

03/02/2026

The first round of the South Australian Wine Options League (SAWOL) has been run and won! 🏆

It was a fantastic start to the season at Septimus. For those looking to join the chase, SAWOL is held on the first Monday of every month across 11 rounds. To keep things competitive yet fair, the ultimate winner will be crowned based on their best eight scores from the series.

Our mission at Septimus is to build a vibrant community through wine education. We are proud to partner with Samuel Smith & Sons and Negociants Australia to bring this vision to life, showcasing an incredible array of regions and vintages from across the globe.

Keen to see where you sit on the ladder or want to secure your spot for the next round?

Check the results and sign up for future rounds via the link in our bio. 🍷

25/01/2026

What a Sunday! We had a massive turnout at the bar today for our Adelaide cellar door collective event.

It was brilliant hosting the team from Tribus and sharing the floor with such passionate local makers. There is a real energy when the community comes together to support South Australian labels and celebrate the talent in our own backyard.

A huge thank you to everyone who dropped by for a glass. Supporting local keeps our industry vibrant and helps independent producers thrive.

Cheers to a great afternoon!

The wait is over. Introducing the inaugural South Australian Wine Options League, proudly sponsored by Negociants. 🍷This...
21/01/2026

The wait is over. Introducing the inaugural South Australian Wine Options League, proudly sponsored by Negociants. 🍷

This is set to become the industry standard championship. Whether you work in the trade, are a dedicated wine lover, or are currently hitting the books for the Master of Wine, this is the arena to test your skills.

The Season:
🗓️ February to December
1️⃣1️⃣ Rounds total
✅ Your best 8 nights count towards the final score

The Format:
Five wines presented blind each night. We follow a rigorous WSET-style structure testing your knowledge on Variety, Region, and Vintage.

The Prizes:
We are playing for keeps.
🏆 The Perpetual Annual Trophy
🥇 A personal Trophy for the winner
💰 Major Cash Prize for the Champion
🎁 Plus prizes awarded every month
Sharpen your palates. The league begins soon. Link in bio.

Address

220 Grenfell Street
Adelaide, SA
5000

Opening Hours

Monday 4pm - 9pm
Thursday 4pm - 10pm
Friday 3pm - 11pm
Saturday 2pm - 11pm
Sunday 2pm - 9pm

Telephone

+61881665171

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