Bert’s Bar & Brasserie
Newport
Bar in Newport, Australia
Book with PearlWhy go
Choose Bert's Bar & Brasserie for a polished Newport meal where the drinks list is part of the reason to go. Star Wine List recognition gives it more credibility for wine-led dining than a standard neighbourhood bar, but it is better suited to dates and small occasions than bargain-led casual drinks.
About Bert’s Bar & Brasserie
Bert's Bar & Brasserie is a Newport venue with a smart-casual dress code, set weekly opening hours, Star Wine List recognition in 2026. That makes it easy to plan around when it is open and the fact that wine recognition is part of its public profile.
The strongest reason to put it on a Newport shortlist is the Star Wine List recognition. While that does not tell you specific bottles, prices, or a particular drinks format, it is a useful signal for guests who care about wine when choosing where to book.
Choose it when the confirmed details match your plan
Bert's Bar & Brasserie is closed Monday and Tuesday. It opens Wednesday to Friday from 12–3:30 PM and 6–9 PM, Saturday from 12–4 PM and 6–10 PM, Sunday from 12–4 PM. Those hours make it relevant for midday or afternoon plans from Wednesday to Sunday, for evening plans from Wednesday to Saturday.
Because menu pricing, cuisine details, seat count, service format are not specified, treat the decision as schedule-led and occasion-led rather than bargain-led. The key points are the Newport location, smart-casual dress code, opening hours, Star Wine List recognition. For a broader scan before committing, compare it with Our full Newport bars guide and Our full Newport restaurants guide. If the night is about where to stay or what to build around the booking, use Our full Newport hotels guide, Our full Newport wineries guide, Our full Newport experiences guide for the wider plan.
Not the move for every Newport night
Go here when the opening hours, smart-casual dress code, wine recognition suit the plan. Skip it if you need details such as exact pricing, a specific menu format, outdoor seating, take-out, delivery, or a guaranteed large-group setup.
For cross-shopping, compare Bert's Bar & Brasserie with other Newport dining and bar options generically, or consider other options such as Henry G's, Communal Bar, Kipling's Garage Bar depending on the kind of night you want. 4 Pines Brewpub Manly is another option to compare, but it should not be treated as a Newport venue.
Planning details
- Location
- 2 Kalinya St, Newport NSW 2106, Australia
- Website
- merivale.com/venues/berts
- Phone
- +61 2 9114 7350
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Bert’s reads like a waterside neighbourhood brasserie that balances coastal ease with serious wine ambition. The copy frames it as both a casual local bar and a brasserie with a curated drinks programme — a combination that keeps the mood relaxed while rewarding deliberate choices. Its 2026 Star Wine List citation signals a level of refinement in the cellar and service, but the setting remains approachable: suited to post-surf lunches and drawn-out dinners alike. Expect a scenic, unstudied atmosphere where the wine list is a focal point rather than a formality.
Best For
This is a venue that works for unhurried daytime meals and considered evening dining. The brasserie format supports substantive food alongside a wine programme that merits attention, so it’s well suited to lunches after outdoor activity and dinners that prioritise bottle-led conversation. Locals mix with visitors who make the drive from the CBD, so it functions as both a community hub and a destination for those seeking a strong wine list outside the inner city. It’s less about formal service and more about enjoying paired plates and bottles in a waterside setting.
Ordering Tips
Treat the drinks list as the starting point: the Star Wine List recognition suggests depth and curation, so allow the list to guide your choices rather than defaulting to a house pour. The brasserie counter framing means staff expect pairing conversations — ask for recommendations that match the weight and range of your chosen dishes. For groups or visitors, consider prioritising bottles that showcase the list’s strengths; for locals or post-surf lunches, a glass and a brasserie-style plate will deliver the venue’s intended balance of casual and considered.
Venue details
Ambiance
Elegant old Hampton style with white tablecloths, subtle table lights, green plants, and flattering lighting overlooking the water.
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At the Bar
- Bar Category
- Hotel Bar
- Late Night
- Closes by Midnight
Planning details
Location
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Where to go if this is not the right fit
For a more casual group plan, choose 4 Pines Brewpub Manly. For a bar-first night with less emphasis on a full dining rhythm, try Communal Bar or Henry G's.
Bar context
How it compares in Newport
Communal Bar and Henry G's make more sense when the brief is an easier, lower-pressure bar night. Bert's Bar & Brasserie is the better pick when the drink list and room need to feel more considered, especially for a date or small celebration.
4 Pines Brewpub Manly is the practical choice for beer-led groups and a more casual pace. If the group cares more about wine credibility and a brasserie setting, Bert's is the stronger fit; if the group cares more about relaxed ordering and broad appeal, 4 Pines is safer.
Hugo's and Kipling's Garage Bar are better cross-shops when the priority is atmosphere first. Choose Bert's when the value calculation includes a recognised wine program and a more polished dining rhythm, not just a place to drink.
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Compare Bert’s Bar & Brasserie
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Bert’s Bar & Brasserie | Newport | Star Wine Lists 2026 |
| Communal Bar | Pretty Beach | No published awards |
| Henry G's | Sydney | No published awards |
| 4 Pines Brewpub Manly | Manly | No published awards |
| Hugo's | Sydney | No published awards |
| Kipling's Garage Bar | Sydney | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best time to go to Bert's Bar & Brasserie?
Use the opening hours to plan. Bert's Bar & Brasserie is open Wednesday to Friday from 12–3:30 PM and 6–9 PM, Saturday from 12–4 PM and 6–10 PM, Sunday from 12–4 PM. It is closed Monday and Tuesday.
Is Bert's Bar & Brasserie good for a date?
It may suit a planned outing in Newport if the smart-casual dress code, opening hours, Star Wine List (2026) recognition match what you want. Specific claims about ambience, seating, or menu format are not stated here.
Does Bert's Bar & Brasserie have happy hour deals?
There is nothing in the venue details that confirms happy hour deals, so do not count on them. If deals matter, check directly with Bert's Bar & Brasserie before booking or compare with another option such as Henry G's.
What's the crowd like at Bert's Bar & Brasserie?
The crowd profile is not specified. What is confirmed is that Bert's Bar & Brasserie is in Newport, has a smart-casual dress code, keeps set opening hours, has Star Wine List recognition in 2026.
Is the food good at Bert's Bar & Brasserie?
Reviews, ratings, dishes, cuisine, menu pricing are not included here. Judge the food directly from the current menu or recent first-hand sources, use the Star Wine List recognition only as a signal about wine recognition.
