About

Perched on the first floor of Canberra's historic Melbourne Building with sweeping views over London Circuit, Bar Rochford transforms a 1920s heritage space into Canberra's most acclaimed wine bar. The wine and the food are both the heroes here! You'll discover an eclectic wine list featuring natural producers and under-the-radar bottles, paired with inventive dishes like beef tongue skewers and anchovy toast. The knowledgeable staff guide you through unique tastings and perfectly matched plates. Make sure you visit on a weekend when the vinyls start spinning turning this amazing space into a sophiticated vinyl bar!

Best Times to Visit

Tuesday-Wednesday evenings for intimate dining, Thursday-Saturday nights for the full cocktail experience, avoiding peak weekend hours for better service quality.

Opening Hours

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Wednesday: 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Thursday: 5:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Friday: 5:00 PM - 1:00 AM
Saturday: 5:00 PM - 1:00 AM
Sunday: Closed

Busiest Time

Friday-Saturday 8PM - 11PM

Quietest Time

Tuesday-Wednesday 5PM - 7PM

Restaurant Features

Alcohol Service, Great Cocktails, Great Wine List, Great Beer Selection, Accepts Reservations, Digital Payments, Dine-in, Delivery Available, Food at Bar, Restroom

Meals Served

Lunch, Dinner

Neighbourhood

City

Website

Visit

Phone

Phone

Getting There

By Car: Located on London Circuit in Canberra's city centre, accessible via Commonwealth Avenue from the south or Northbourne Avenue from the north. Limited street parking available on London Circuit and surrounding streets. Several paid parking stations within walking distance including the Canberra Centre car park.

By Public Transport: Take any ACTION bus route to City Bus Station, then walk approximately 5 minutes south along Northbourne Avenue and turn right onto London Circuit. The venue is located on the first floor at number 65. Light rail services to City West stop are also within easy walking distance.

By Taxi or Ride-Share: Request drop-off at 65 London Circuit, Canberra City. The venue is easily accessible by taxi or ride-share services like Uber, with clear street access and nearby pickup points available for return journeys.

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