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Welcoming Surrey Wine Bar & Shop - The Grape Variety (Chipstead), Coulsdon, Surrey

The Grape Variety (Chipstead)

4.9 (25)
£26 to £40
Wine Bar
12 Chipstead Station Parade, Coulsdon, Surrey CR5 3TE

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 4 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Great for fine wines
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
The Grape Variety is a neighbourhood, independent wine bar, shop and restaurant, selling great wines and food from around the world, located just 2 minutes from Chipstead Railway Station.

We opened in the spring of 2018 with the aim that a wine bar should cater not just to experts, but to all, so we created one where our guests could unwind at the end of the day with a great wine in a warm, friendly and genuine environment, whilst getting sound advice about which wines to enjoy, as well as to take away.

For food, we offer quality artisan cheese and charcuterie, alongside dishes such as baked Camembert, bakery sausage rolls, hot chorizo and potato, hummus with a spicy sauce, Spanish pâté and the like. On Thursdays, enjoy our wood fired pizza pop-up and our legendary Quirky Quiz runs every other Wednesday. We also host various pop-ups, such as art classes, comedy nights, brunches, wine, cheese and gin tastings throughout the year. Follow us on Instagram to stay updated.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Wine Bar, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Hours of operation
    Wed, Thu 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 1:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    We offer a charming and versatile space for private hire, ideal for a variety of occasions, such as birthdays, corporate events, or private celebrations. We are known for our warm ambiance, blending rustic charm with contemporary elegance, making it a welcoming venue for all.
  • Neighborhood
    Coulsdon
  • Cross street
    Chipstead Stn Parade off Outwood Ln, B2032 between Coulsdon & Kingswood
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Chipstead Railway Station is just a 2 minute walk away with direct links from Tattenham Corner, East Croydon, Purley & London Bridge
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Vegan, Wine

Experiences

  • Quirky Quiz - Every other Wednesday 730pm

    Multiple dates available
    7.45pm START for our fortnightly, quirky quiz. A night of fun, banter and music, mixed with a selection of topical and unusual quiz categories...past evenings have had rounds on politics, crisps, racquet sports, music, sweet-shops, 1980s cop shows, geography and much more... A cash donation to enter, which is then collected and given to local community schools, Brownie and Cub packs, The British Legion and others. Our full menu is always available too.
    Quirky Quiz - Every other Wednesday 730pm Photo
  • Bottomless Brunch, 3rd Saturday of month, 1pm -3pm

    £45.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    A sophisticated bottomless brunch on the 3rd Saturday of every month, serving up some amazing food and drinks in a relaxed atmosphere with great music and service. Menu: - Marinated olives and bar nuts - A generous cheese and charcuterie board to share - Patatas fritas - Hummus, hot sauce, tortillas All served with 2 hours of unlimited house fizz, wine, beer or soft drinks. Price - £45pp.
    Bottomless Brunch, 3rd Saturday of month, 1pm -3pm Photo
  • 5 Course Caribbean Supper Club with Uptown Flava

    £55.00 per person

    Jul 23, 2025 only
    Step into an evening of culinary sophistication with our 5 Course Caribbean Supper Club, where uptown flair meets island soul food. Each dish on this exclusive menu is crafted to showcase the vibrant flavours and innovative spirit of Caribbean cuisine, elevated for a truly unforgettable dining experience. 5 Course Menu: Oxtail Spring Roll - Begin your journey with a crispy oxtail spring roll, drizzled with avocado oil and paired with sweet plantain jam and vein sorrel - an elegant twist on beloved Caribbean staples. Curried Shrimp Hard Dough Bruschetta - Next, savor curried shrimp atop toasted hard dough bread finished with a refreshing mango and gungo pea salsa and a hint of sorrel mayo, balancing spice and sweetness in every bite. Ballotine of Chicken - For the third course, enjoy a ballotine of chicken stuffed with minced jerk chicken rice and pea arancini, complemented by tempura plantain and a tangy tamarind sauce - a fusion of classic comfort and modern technique. Pimento Infused Lamb Chop - The main event features a succulent pimento-infused lamb chop, served with brown butter mash potato, rich lamb jus, and vibrant turmeric plantain, bringing depth and warm to the table. Whipped Plantain & White Chocolate Cheesecake - Concluding your meal on a decadent note with a whipped plantain and white chocolate cheesecake, finished with salted toffee sauce - a luxurious dessert that captures the essence of Caribbean indulgence.
    5 Course Caribbean Supper Club with Uptown Flava Photo

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What 25 people are saying

The Grape Variety (Chipstead) reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.7Value

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  • Surrey

    Best Overall

  • Surrey

    Best Ambiance

  • Surrey

    Best Value

  • Surrey

    Neighborhood gem

  • Surrey

    Great for fine wines

  • Surrey

    Romantic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Grape Variety in Chipstead is a charming local wine bistro offering "interesting wine list and great tapas style food." Known for its "impeccable service," friendly staff, and "fantastic atmosphere," it's a perfect spot for Thursday night pizza or a "fantastic bottomless brunch." A delightful gem with "extensive and impressive" wine knowledge.
25 Reviews
  1. Claire

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A fantastic bottomless brunch. Was a great day that turned into evening. We stayed for the comedy night that was amazing. A little gem in Chipstead.
    The Grape Variety (Chipstead)Responded on July 7, 2025
    Hi Claire We are so pleased you made a day of it! It was great to look after you and your guests and we hope to see you very soon. Best wishes Adrian and the team

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  2. Mike

    London19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding hospitality as always from Adrian, Ian and the team. Interesting wine list and great tapas style food.
    The Grape Variety (Chipstead)Responded on July 7, 2025
    Hi Thanks for the lovely feedback and it is very much appreciated. We hope to see you soon. Best wishes Adrian and the team

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  3. Chrissy

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always impeccable service Good food and staff are always friendly
    The Grape Variety (Chipstead)Responded on July 7, 2025
    Hello Chrissy It was our pleasure to look after you and we thank you for the great review. Best wishes Adrian and the whole team

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  4. Claire

    London14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely lovely place to enjoy am excellent glass of wine and catch up with friends
    The Grape Variety (Chipstead)Responded on May 24, 2025
    Hi Claire Thanks so much for the little review. We really appreciate it. We look forward to seeing you again very soon Adrian and the team!

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  5. Denise

    New York City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a lovely time. The wine was delicious, Thursday night pizza was great, staff are friendly, and so nice to see this lovely little chipstead wine bistro so busy! Only downside is that it gets quite noisy on Thursday nights and the service was a little slow - maybe they were short-staffed bc I haven’t had this happen before. Overall, My friends and I had a super night.
    The Grape Variety (Chipstead)Responded on May 24, 2025
    Hi Thanks for the lovely review. It's always lovely to receive such great reviews from our guests. We are very busy on the popular pizza evenings...and this week nearly all of our 7pm bookings were a little late, and the 7.30 guests arrived early so we did get caught out for a short while. Apologies. Hope to see you soon, Adrian and the team

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  6. Jim

    London3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great local wine shop incorporating a wine bar. Lovely people, food yummy. Recommended 🍛🥂👍
    The Grape Variety (Chipstead)Responded on May 24, 2025
    Hi Jim We really enjoyed the Burgundy wine tasting and are so pleased you did too. Keep your eyes peeled as we will be having more tastings in the coming months. Thanks for your kind review. Adrian and the team.

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  7. Denise

    Surrey2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 9, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The hard chairs are so uncomfortable but everything else is great.
    The Grape Variety (Chipstead)Responded on May 24, 2025
    Hi Please next time ask for a cushion...we have them! Hope to see you soon. Thanks Adrian

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  8. Bernadette

    London2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time visiting and we had such a lovely night. Great atmosphere with really friendly staff. Food and wine fantastic so we will definitely be back!
    The Grape Variety (Chipstead)Responded on May 24, 2025
    Hi Bernadette Thank you for taking the time to leave such a lovely review. It is very much appreciated. We hope to see you soon. Adrian and the Team

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  9. Sam

    London16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely local wine bar. Staff are always lovely, service is great, also have decent knowledge and recommendations
    The Grape Variety (Chipstead)Responded on May 24, 2025
    Hey Samirah Thanks for taking the time to leave a review. They really do help and mean a lot to us. See you soon Adrian and the team

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  10. David

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely venue with a great atmosphere. Had some delicious wines accompanied by a fantastic cheese board
    The Grape Variety (Chipstead)Responded on May 24, 2025
    Hi David. We take pride in our wines and cheeses and love the fact that you enjoyed your evening. Hope to see you soon. Adrian and the team

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 4 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Grape Variety (Chipstead)

12 Chipstead Station Parade, Coulsdon, Surrey CR5 3TE

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Chipstead Stn Parade off Outwood Ln, B2032 between Coulsdon & Kingswood
  • Neighborhood
    Coulsdon
  • Hours of operation
    Wed, Thu 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 1:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Wine Bar, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Chipstead Railway Station is just a 2 minute walk away with direct links from Tattenham Corner, East Croydon, Purley & London Bridge
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Vegan, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    We offer a charming and versatile space for private hire, ideal for a variety of occasions, such as birthdays, corporate events, or private celebrations. We are known for our warm ambiance, blending rustic charm with contemporary elegance, making it a welcoming venue for all.
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