WELCOME TO SEPTIMUS
Adelaide East End Wine & Cheese Bar
220 Grenfell Street, Adealaide
Mon–Tue 4–9pm · Wed–Thu 4–11pm · Fri 3pm–1am · Sat 2pm–1am · Sun 2–10pm
East End wine bar Septimus is a two-storey Adelaide venue set inside the historic East End Market buildings. By candlelight, artisan cheeses and thoughtful charcuterie meet a deep list of French and Australian wines from our extensive cellar, including back vintages and small allocations. We curate by varietal, region and producer so every pour tells a story and every visit becomes a guided learning experience. Through trusted relationships with winemakers, grape growers and cheesemakers from the Adelaide Hills to Alsace, we bring rare releases and seasonal favourites to the city. Every glass and board reflects our passion for craft, hospitality and community, making Septimus a destination for wine and cheese Adelaide locals and visitors love.
OUR WINE PHILOSOPHY
Our cellar celebrates benchmark varietals from iconic regions, showcasing producers who honour tradition and terroir. From Champagne and Burgundy to Bordeaux and the Rhône – and from the Barossa and Clare to McLaren Vale and Coonawarra – Septimus brings together the finest of France and Australia. Guests can explore current releases, back vintages, verticals, and rare bottles that reveal how wines evolve over time.
WINE AND CHEESE ADELAIDE
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, with traditional French styles complemented by locally made smallgoods crafted with equal care. Our cheese boards and charcuterie are a hallmark of wine and cheese Adelaide, featuring seasonal produce, artisan cheeses, and carefully sourced cured meats that pair beautifully with our wines.
BEST SMALL WINE BAR EXPERIENCE ADELAIDE
- A deep list of French and Australian wines spanning benchmark varietals and regions.
- Imported cheeses and thoughtful charcuterie that bring flavour and authenticity to every board.
- Masterclasses and Cellar Door Sundays that connect guests with winemakers, growers, and storytellers.
- A welcoming East End wine bar to learn, taste, and share, whether you’re beginning your wine journey or deepening your cellar knowledge.
- A cellar-driven bar investing in relationships with growers and makers, bringing authenticity and depth to every glass.
WINE, EDUCATION & COMMUNITY
At Septimus in Adelaide’s East End, wine education is central. Our extensive cellar spans French and Australian wines, with back vintages and small allocations that reward curiosity. We build the list and our tastings around varietal, region and producer, so guests can trace terroir and technique with clarity. Our sommelier and in-house winemaker lead approachable tastings and masterclasses, pairing flights with artisan cheese and charcuterie to turn a visit to our wine bar in Adelaide into a guided learning experience.
We invest in relationships with growers and makers across South Australia and France, bringing rare wines, first releases and museum stock into the city. Producers often join us to pour and share their stories, which lets guests connect the glass to the people behind it. Whether you are exploring Barossa Shiraz, Adelaide Hills Chardonnay or grower Champagne, our focus on varietal, region and producer turns every conversation into storytelling and every pour into education, making Septimus a destination for wine and cheese in Adelaide.
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
“This place will have you feeling like you’ve stepped off the East End footpath and into a cosy French wine bar. The wine selection is exquisite.”
— Donovan C. ★★★★★ Google Review
“We had a wonderful afternoon with beautiful wine, a lovely charcuterie board and a knowledgeable host. I can’t recommend this place higher.”
— Scott G. ★★★★★ Google Review
“Intimate enough for date night equally great for drinks with a group of friends! A cosy and welcoming space. Great vibes!”
— Sharynn H. ★★★★★ Google Review
“Great cheese pairings on offer (the triple brie is to die for!) with a very impressive selection of wines.”
— Khoa L. ★★★★★ Google Review
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 wine and cheese Adelaide experience.
Clinton Lucas
Sommelier
A WSET Level 4 Diploma graduate with decades of sommelier experience and a lifelong passion for wine collecting, Clinton guides guests through memorable pairings of wine and cheese in Adelaide.
Gracie Douglas
In-House Winemaker
Gracie has worked as a head winemaker and consultant winemaker in South Australia and Victoria, bringing her expertise and perspective into the heart of Adelaide’s East End, connecting wine, terroir, and cheese.
Edward Rava
Shift Leader
Edward is currently studying Viticulture & Oenology at Adelaide University while leading shifts at Septimus, sharing his passion for wine and cheese Adelaide with every guest.
Bethany
Host
Bethany sets the tone from the moment you walk in, greeting guests and sharing the spirit of wine and cheese Adelaide with genuine hospitality.
Ian Cameron Coker
Owner
Ian founded Septimus to create a wine and cheese bar in Adelaide’s East End 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.