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Thick as Thieves

Winery in Healesville known for appointment only, wines.

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Rating★ 4.8 (12)
LocationHealesville
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About Thick as Thieves

One of the family-run wineries dotting the Yarra Valley, Thick as Thieves sits in Healesville with a respectable 4.8-star Google rating. The cellar door is the focus here — a chance to taste through the range with someone who actually makes the wine, in a setting that's been crafted by years of careful viticulture.

Cellar door tastings are typically walk-in friendly, though weekends can be busy. Most venues offer flights of 5-8 wines for a small fee, often refundable against a purchase. The mix here usually leans toward cool-climate varieties — pinot noir, chardonnay, cabernet — that the Yarra Valley is known for.

The venue is notable for wheelchair access and accessibility features.

Thick as Thieves operates 7 days a week, giving plenty of options for fitting it into a Yarra Valley itinerary. Cellar door tastings are most enjoyable midweek when crowds are lighter; weekend visits can mean queueing for tastings, particularly during the March-May autumn season.

You'll find Thick as Thieves at BY APPOINTMENT ONLY, 355 Healesville - Koo Wee Rup Rd, Badger Creek VIC 3777, Australia. With bookings on 04 1718 4690. And full menu details on the venue's website. The cellar door is the obvious reason to drop in, but several nearby venues offer lunch within a short drive.

Why visit

  • Consistently well-reviewed (4.8★ on Google)
  • Working winery — cellar door tastings of estate wines
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Easy Healesville drive from Melbourne (60-90 minutes)

What to expect on your visit

A relaxed, table-service experience that suits an unhurried lunch or dinner. Bookings recommended on weekends; midweek visits offer greater flexibility.

Good for

Long lunchDay tripsWine tastingGroup visits

Amenities & features

Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotCredit cardsDebit cardsNFC mobile payments

Plan your visit

Getting here
BY APPOINTMENT ONLY, 355 Healesville - Koo Wee Rup Rd, Badger Creek VIC 3777, Australia - typically a 60-90 minute drive from Melbourne CBD. Free parking is available on-site or in nearby street parking.
When to visit
Open seven days a week. Weekend lunch (Friday-Sunday) is peak season - book ahead.
Bookings
Book by phone on 04 1718 4690. Weekend tables routinely book a week ahead during peak visiting months.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Thick as Thieves located?
Thick as Thieves is at BY APPOINTMENT ONLY, 355 Healesville - Koo Wee Rup Rd, Badger Creek VIC 3777, Australia. It's part of the Healesville dining precinct in the Yarra Valley, roughly 60-90 minutes by car from Melbourne CBD.
Is Thick as Thieves open on Sunday?
Yes — Sunday hours at Thick as Thieves are 11 AM to 4 PM. Sunday is one of the peak weekend visiting days in the Yarra Valley, so bookings are strongly recommended.
How do I book a table at Thick as Thieves?
Phone 04 1718 4690 to book. Online booking isn't currently available for Thick as Thieves, so calling ahead is the most reliable way to secure a table — especially for weekend lunches.

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