Embla
What the experts agree on
No-reservation wine bar in Melbourne's CBD where chef Dave Verheul's creative, wine-friendly dishes like the standout stracciatella draw hospitality insiders and city workers to its sleek, buzzing atmosphere.
“Embla is completely approachable and ridiculously cool.”
– The Infatuation
"Head straight to the stracciatella – a soft creamy cheese like shredded burrata guts – which meets fermented fennel and floral chamomile oil and dill for something completely unexpected. " Full review
"Sleek and modern, Embla is always buzzing with people enjoying the wine-friendly food from chef Dave Verheul and the boundary-pushing bottle list"
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"From the school of Melbourne wine bars with fantastic food comes Embla, a no-reservations spot favoured by the hospitality industry and city workers." Full review