Ruby's Wine Shop
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Natural wines meet neighbourhood charm

Ruby the border collie jumping up to greet her owner at Ruby's Wine Shop

Meet Ruby

Ruby's is a sliver of Swiss wine culture in Albion. We are an intimate neighbourhood bar and shop focused on good quality, minimal intervention wines. We're here for spontaneous visits, good conversations, and letting the evening unfold however it wants to.

The bar is named after our founder's border collie, Ruby. She is a perpetually optimistic pup who greets every visitor like an old friend and firmly believes the world revolves around her. She is usually right. We try to match her warm, welcoming energy.

With over 250 bottles on the shelf and 6 to 8 rotating daily pours, including our own house-made Pet Nat, there is always something new to try. We also have a growing vermouth selection to enjoy by the glass. We keep things simple with indoor and outdoor seating and a walk-ins only policy. DIY cheeseboard with our selection of snacks or scan a QR code to have modern Turkish meze from our neighbours at Olive Thyme delivered straight to your stool.

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Feeling Hungry?

We now have a rotating selection of cheeses, dips, charcuterie, olives and other snacks for a DIY board.

If you are feeling a little more hungry, we've partnered with Olive Thyme next door to bring you seriously good food without leaving your seat.

Browse their menu of share plates, wood-fired pizzas, and Mediterranean-inspired dishes—all designed to pair beautifully with natural wine.

Order via QR code and they will deliver the food directly to you. Easy!

What's On

Monthly Quiz Night

Ruby's Quiz Night

Every second wednsday of the month from 6pm

6pm-9pm

Join us for our monthly quiz night, hosted by the famous Weekly Fifty! Next one on the 11th march 6pm! Bookings open 2 weeks before the date to book your team in. Spots are limited and book out fast! Booking link: https://forms.gle/fwHN9JcYjNMXNg946 Waitlist link: https://forms.gle/AdYF73BBDJVTQVmX6

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Sip Happens, a curated singles wine tasting event

Saturday 28th March

1pm-3pm

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sip-happens-singles-wine-tasting-tickets-1983238562929?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true Good wine. Great conversation. A room full of singles open to meeting someone new. Sip Happens is a guided wine tasting for singles aged 25–45, hosted by Ruby’s Wine Shop – Brisbane’s newest cosy neighbourhood wine bar – with Melt helping break the ice and bring the room together from the moment you walk in. Throughout the tasting, you’ll rotate through small groups, giving everyone the chance to meet naturally as the afternoon unfolds. Each round features a new wine to try – and plenty to talk about. You can discuss the wine, chat about life, or jump into a card game to break the ice. No awkward one-on-one’s, no pressure – just relaxed conversation, movement, and a glass of wine in hand so there’s always something to sip, talk about, or laugh over. By the end of the tasting, chances are you’ll have met just about everyone in the room. Whether you leave with a new friend, a flirt, or a newfound favourite drop – consider it a win. 🍷 What to Expect Guided tasting of 5 wines from around the world Connection facilitated by Melt – download the app here Small rotating groups so you can meet everyone Snacks from Olive Thyme Hosted by Tamara from Ruby’s and Tom from The Cellar Door Podcast. Tasting wraps at 3pm, but feel free to grab a glass, stay and mingle. ✨ Good to Know Singles aged 25-45 Most guests attend solo – but feel free to bring your friends Melt will help keep the energy flowing so introductions feel easy Spots are limited for this one. Sip first. Think later. 🍷

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Ruby's Milk Bar - Mothers Group

Every last Thursday of the month

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New mum in the area? Join us for Ruby's Milk Bar! just roll on in, meet some friends, make new friends and relax. Babies welcome, however limited pram space.

Fine wine time event

Aged Wine Tasting

25th March

6pm

Join Seb and Tamara at Ruby's Wine Shop for an evening exploring the magic of aged wines. Seb will be pouring a selection of wines side by side, including wines dating back to the 80s.so you can experience firsthand how wines evolve ofer time. Across 10 wines, we will discuss what happens as a wine ages, the factors that influence its development, and the best ways to store and source older bottles. There will also be a special prize wine for the winner of out blind tasting challenge- and plenty of fun along the way. bookings via Seb's website https://finewinetime.com.au/shop/ols/products/aged-wine-night-at-rubys tickets are limited and only $50! So get in quick!

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Meet the Maker - Crusher Wines

26th March

5 pm

Stop in and meet Tom & Dom, the duo behind Crusher wines. We will have lots of amazing wine on hand for you to taste and purchase and learn from. Made in QLD, they represent an incredible wine growing area. Come and learn what makes QLD wine so unique!

Good to Know

Ruby's Wine Shop storefront with logo and warm interior lighting

Find Us

Ruby's Wine Shop in the historic Albion Building on Sandgate Road

Get in Touch

Address

3/297 Sandgate Road
Albion, QLD 4010

Opening Hours

MondayClosed
TuesdayClosed
Wednesday4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Thursday12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Friday12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Saturday12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Sunday12:00 PM - 8:00 PM