Contentious Character Winery

01/09/2026

YOUR DOG CALLED. THEY WANT LUNCH.

We’re pretty chuffed to be featured in Region Canberra’s “Bone Appetit: Canberra’s most dog-friendly venues.”

A big thank you to for including Contentious Character and our very own Contentious Pooch - made for “good dogs with questionable opinions.”

Because why should humans have all the fun?

Bring your four-legged dining companion down to the Kingston Foreshore. They get their own menu, you get the wine, and everyone leaves happy.

Read the full article: https://region.com.au/bone-appetit-canberras-most-dog-friendly-venues/993222/

Book your table: https://tinyurl.com/8c8nvn8z

As a dog owner, I appreciate every dog-friendly venue out there. Businesses that can accommodate pets in their outdoor areas…

25/08/2026

Dad gets a complimentary glass of our Winemaker’s Private Port!

Yes, complimentary!

Every Dad dining with us this Father’s Day gets a complimentary glass of our Winemaker’s Private Port with dessert, available at both lunch and dinner.

We’ve raided the winemaker’s private stash for this one. It’s not something we normally serve, and there’s only a limited amount available.

So bring Dad down to the Kingston Foreshore, feed him well, pour him something special and let him enjoy the good stuff.

Sunday 6 September | Lunch & Dinner

Limited Port. Limited tables.

Book your Father’s Day table now: https://tinyurl.com/szerurhm

17/08/2026

FOOD, WINE AND A LITTLE BIT OF FUN!

Kingston Foreshore just got a little more Contentious.

Come by for wine tastings, a cheeky glass or two, and our modern European share plates made for getting stuck into. Add waterfront views, good company and plenty of wine, and you’ve got yourself a pretty good day out. We’re open Thursday to Sunday, 11am to 10pm, so there’s plenty of time to pull up a chair, grab a glass and settle in.

A huge thank you to Wendy Johnson for capturing the fun and giving our little Character some love in Canberra CityNews.

Come for the wine, stay for the food, and leave wondering why you didn’t order another bottle.

Read the full story in CityNews: https://citynews.com.au/2026/a-quirky-character-heads-to-the-foreshore/

Contentious Character has brought its quirky charm to Kingston Foreshore, pairing playful wines with an urban winery, cellar door, restaurant and bar overlooking the lake, reports dining reviewer WENDY JOHNSON.

19/06/2026

Kingston Foreshore, cool-climate wines, waterfront dining, Modern Australian-European share plates and Canberra's only Contentious Character Seafood Pie... now that's a combination worth getting a little contentious about.

A huge thank you to and the team at This Is Canberra for the feature, and to everyone who has dropped by, shared a bottle and helped make our new waterfront home feel so welcome.

Whether you're joining us for a long lunch, a sunset wine, date night or a catch-up with friends, we'd love to welcome you in and show you around our new waterfront home.

You'll find us at 156/45 Eastlake Parade, Kingston Foreshore ACT 2604, right next to Molto. Follow the waterfront, we'll take care of the rest.

Book your table: https://tinyurl.com/4f6erjre

03/06/2026

CONTENTIOUS CHARACTER URBAN WINERY IS NOW OPEN AT KINGSTON FORESHORE FROM THURSDAY 4 JUNE 2026.

Who said wineries belong in the countryside?

We've packed up from Dairy Road, brought the winery into the city, and opened the doors to our brand-new waterfront home in the former Cinnabar site, right next to Molto.

The wines are still as delicious as ever. The view, however, got a serious upgrade.

Whether you're joining us for a full à la carte lunch, a leisurely dinner, a guided wine tasting, or simply a glass by the water, we've got a seat waiting for you.

Expect modern European dining, award-winning cool-climate wines, waterfront views, and the kind of afternoon that starts with one glass and somehow ends with dessert.

Contentious Character Urban Winery
156/45 Eastlake Parade, Kingston ACT 2604

Open Thursday to Sunday
11am - 10pm

Full À La Carte Dining
Wine Tastings Available Thursday to Sunday

Come and see what happens when Canberra's urban winery moves to the Foreshore.

Bookings are now open, so secure your spot and experience our new waterfront home.

Book here: https://tinyurl.com/4f6erjre

Read more about our move from Dairy Road to Kingston Foreshore in HerCanberra:
https://hercanberra.com.au/food-drink/food-wine/contentious-character-winery-kingston-foreshore/

Contentious Character is opening an urban winery at the Kingston Foreshore. We have your first look at the space and the menu.

15/04/2026

VIVA LA VERDELHO!

Ciao amici, this weekend we’re joining the Little Italia Festival in Kingston and we’d love to see you there.

We’ll be pouring our full range of wines, from crisp whites to bold reds and everything in between, so you can sip your way through your favourites. Delizioso.

What’s flowing
• Our full wine lineup, taste your way through the range
• Winemaker’s mulled wine, rich, warm and seriously good
• Aperol Spritz, because it’s always spritz season

Where
• 21 Wentworth Avenue, Kingston ACT (Former Transport Depot)

When
• Saturday 18 April 2026
• 11:00am to 5:30pm

Grab your amici, bring your appetite, and come sip your way through Italy -Contentious Character style.

Salute!

08/04/2026

Good wine, good company, and just enough dancing to surprise yourself… sounds like a pretty great night, right?

We’re stepping just outside the cellar door and teaming up with Prestige Dance Company for something a little different, the Prestige Pop Up Party.

Because let’s be honest, the kids have had their turn. This one is for the adults.

Think a relaxed night of great wine, good music, and a dance floor that is open and welcoming, with zero pressure. Whether you are there for a sip, a swirl, or a spontaneous twirl, we have got you covered.

We will be bringing the wine. Prestige brings the vibe. You just need to show up.

Event details
• Date: Friday 10 April
• Time: 6.30pm to 8.30pm
• Location: 3A 1 Beaconsfield Street, Fyshwick ACT
• Ticket: $20 per person

What is included
• Complimentary glass on arrival
• Additional wines available for purchase
• Light refreshments provided

No experience required, no expectations, just a genuinely fun night out. Swing by after work and ease into your evening with us.

Tickets are available now via the link: https://tinyurl.com/fa2vzuz7

Come for the wine, stay for the dance floor, and leave wondering why you do not do this more often.