Sydney’s Inner West just got its newest reason to raise a glass.
Apéritif & Co., a proudly female-owned wine and cocktail bar inspired by Europe, has opened in the heart of Summer Hill village. Founded by hospitality trio Valerie Deeks, Versha Gupta, and Camille Bahier, the venue brings together world-class wines, refined cocktails, and elevated small plates, all served in a cosy, intimate setting that captures the golden ritual of l’apéritif.
More than just another wine bar, Apéritif & Co. is a love letter to the European art of unwinding, that blissful pause between day and night. Expect carefully curated wines by award-winning sommelier Kasia Sobiesiak, classic-meets-contemporary dishes by Executive Chef Luca Melis and Head Chef Teofilo Nobrega, and cocktails crafted with precision by French mixologist Julien Perrimond.
Quick Bites
What to eat: burrata ravioli in parmesan cream, baked tomino with finger lime, or fiery polpo del fuego, perfect for sharing (or not sharing).
What to drink: the cheeky “Fuck the Patriarchy” Pinot Noir, a bold nod to the bar’s female founders.
When to go: golden hour Apéritif Time (3–5pm, Wed–Sun) for Euro-style pairings and mini tartlets.
Cost: small plates from ~$18; premium wines by the glass from ~$15.
Where to play after: stroll through Summer Hill’s piazza or pop into Postino for a late-night Italian nightcap.
Vibe check: elegant yet effortless, European glamour meets Inner West soul.
Book it: reserve a table via Apéritif & Co. online, or drop in for an impromptu glass at sunset.
