Barkley Johnson Delicatessen And Wine

This is going to be my new local, love the extensive range of imported wine, the staff have great knowledge and are incredibly helpful and the food is extremely generous and delicious.

Visiting Yarraville Village and want to fit in like a local? Then you must go here.
Whether you’re after a cheeky afternoon sip, an after-​work knock off, a quick bite before dinner or dinner (and lunch and more), get your rear here.
There is an amazing wine selection to buy and either enjoy there (for a small corkage fee) or to take with you. Need a bottle for dinner, drinking, gifting or cellaring? The amazing team had an amazing knowledge of what they have (there are stacks) and what will work for what you’re after.
Not to miss: Dolamdes, negronis, charcuterie and the owner always adjusting the mood (playing around with the lights). :)
When it gets busy, it can get tight but that’s part of the charm.

Coffee: 4 Stars. There are only 3 places in Yarraville (that I’ve found) that serve really nice and flavorful coffee. This place is one of them. I would give them a 5 for coffee, but I only like it when I get it in a takeaway.
Wine: 5 Stars. Every bottle of wine they’ve suggested has been delicious! My favorites have been the French wines. You can buy a bottle to have at home or have it there, or you can buy a glass.
Food/​Deli 5 stars. They have some great cheese platters! Beautiful Ham and prosciutto, fresh sandwiches, and on Sunday they do a roast! I buy my pesto here as it’s fresh and not overpriced.
Service: 5 Stars. The owner of this place works really hard. I come for coffee almost everyday and my husband comes on the weekend. He knows our order, he remembers that I like ½ a sugar when ordering with my husband, but if I’m on my own I have a full teaspoon. He’s never failed us when recommending a bottle of wine. It’s always been beautiful!
This is trendy and sophisticated place my husband and I like to tell everyone about.

I look at this sort of wine bar as being in a small nook of its own, only to be compared to other such fine wine by the glass venues (eg Seddon wine store). I’m expecting to be served by someone who’s part sommelier a part world traveller/​hipster.
There’s a great array of cold meats and cheeses and a BBQ of sorts on select nights (not the night I wandered by however).
On the whole a great little place with a very «village» atmosphere. Go for the wine and stay for the chatter with the like minded locals.

I like to come here for a glass of pinot and peruse their glossy, new issues of The New Yorker after a hard day’s work. They also whip up a mean cup of joe; very strong, dark, and to the point. A variety of European style snacks are on offer, including a stunning plate of cured meats and Italian style sammies.
This tiny place gets packed on Friday and Saturday nights so get there early or come by on a more sedate weeknight.
A civilized and sophisticated little spot.