Wine at a Café? 5 Perfect Food-and-Wine Pairings at Bodega

Written by
Paul Lucey
Published on
August 6, 2025
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Yes, you heard right. Bodega Café isn’t just about great coffee and brunch. We also serve an impressive selection of wines — and we’ve made it our mission to prove that cafés can be just as good at wine as they are at cappuccinos.

Whether you're visiting for a relaxed evening or simply fancy a cheeky glass with lunch, here are 5 delicious food and wine pairings you can enjoy right here at Bodega Café.

1. Flatbreads + Domaine Félines Jourdan ‘Les Fruités’

Our evening flatbreads are rich, flavourful, and a little bit indulgent. Pair them with this light, fruity blend of Chardonnay and Roussanne and you’ve got yourself a match made in heaven. The crispness of the wine cuts through the melted cheese and toppings beautifully.

2. Smash Burger + Château Arbo Malbec

Big flavours need bold wines. Our smash burger — juicy, stacked, and served with all the good stuff — finds its perfect partner in the Château Arbo Malbec. Rich, structured and smooth, this red elevates every bite.

3. Chorizo + Red Onion Marmalade Sausage Roll + Kripia Montepulciano

Our now-famous sausage rolls are a little bit spicy, a little bit sweet, and totally moreish. Match that with the organic, biodynamic Kripia Montepulciano and you’re onto something special. Earthy and robust, it brings out all the savoury magic.

4. Ploughman’s Salad + Domaine de Millet Rosé

A fresh, vibrant salad with a spread of meats and cheeses deserves a wine that’s equally light and fun. This rosé — made from Egiodola, Syrah and Merlot — is dry, crisp and perfect for summer sipping in our outside area.

5. Coronation Chicken Wrap + Pecile Pinot Grigio

Creamy, spiced and packed with flavour, the coronation chicken wrap pairs wonderfully with the bright acidity and fruity notes of our Pecile Pinot Grigio. It’s a lunchtime duo worth sitting down for.

At Bodega Café, wine isn’t just an afterthought — it’s part of the experience. And with a list curated to balance with our food, you’ll always find a perfect pour to go with whatever’s on your plate.

Wine at a café? Absolutely.