Come and experience the glamour of classic Hollywood in the centre of Lewes!
Robert’s Bar is our chic venue at Depot where you can indulge in a fabulous and unforgettable night out. Open every Friday from 17:00 for cocktails, it’s the perfect spot for a post work relaxing drink, a weekend celebration or even an after dinner treat.
Whether you’re enjoying our expertly crafted cocktails or indulging in the refined art of wine tasting at our special events, Robert’s Bar is a place where elegance and excitement blend seamlessly.
Wine Tastings 2025/26
Wine Tasting: Lesser known grape varieties
Hosted by Robert Poole & Henry Breeze from Symposium Wine Emporium
Thursday 2 October, 20:00
£35 per head
18+
Join us for an evening of discovery as we explore the world beyond Cabernet and Sauvignon Blanc.
Lesser Known Grape Varieties is a guided tasting hosted by local wine merchant, Symposium. They will explore unique, under-the-radar grapes from renowned and emerging wine regions.
From the floral charm of Fiano to the spicy depth of Blaufränkisch, this curated selection promises new flavors, stories, and surprises for adventurous palates. Perfect for wine lovers eager to expand their horizons.
Wine Tasting: Hemel en Aarde South Africa
Hosted by wine expert Joe Rawson
Thursday 13 November, 20:00
£35 per head
18+
Join us for a night celebrating the best of what South Africa has to offer, covering a range of styles and vintages.
The night will highlight the Wine of Origin appellation of Hemel and Aarde, including top producers and vineyards.
See how South Africa stacks up compared to the best the Old World can provide, including some surprises.
Wine Tasting: Wines of Japan
Hosted by local wine enthusiast Robert Senior & sommelier Connie Hunter
Thursday 4 December, 20:00
£35 per head
18+
Best known for the domestic production of sake (rice wine) and whiskies such as Suntory, Japan has always been a major wine importer. The popularity of wine has grown rapidly in recent years. As a result the domestic wine industry has expanded rapidly.
London-based sommelier Connie Hunter and local wine enthusiast Robert Senior will take you through a tasting of sparkling, white and red wines complete with Japanese crackers and an additional sake!
The main wine growing regions are Yamanashi Prefecture, west of Tokyo, and Hokkaido island. The main grape varieties are Koshu, producing light dry fruity whites and Muscat Bailey A which produces good reds. Among other grape varieties Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot are widely planted.
Wine production is challenging in Japan as the winters are often bitterly cold and the grapes need protection. Summers can be very wet, creating additional problems. Koshu, which styles like a sauvignon blanc, is notably resilient and popular with Japanese seafood.
Notable wines include Chardonnays from Château Mercian and Takahata Winery and both Suntory and Sapporo now have successful wine ranges.
Wine Tasting: Coastal Wines
Hosted by local wine expert Inbar Galinsky-Johnson
Thursday 5 February, 20:00
£35 per head
18+
Shake off your winter blues with a wine-inspired coastal journey! Wines made in coastal regions are known for their vibrancy, freshness and depth of flavour, and their location by the sea is the key.
Proximity to the coast can also add minerality and even a twist of salinity, making these wines both food-friendly, and a pleasure to sip on their own.
In this tasting we’ll try wines from coastal regions in countries such as Portugal, Spain, Croatia and Greece, and find out what makes these wines so special.
This evening will be hosted by Inbar Galinsky-Johnson, a wine enthusiast for many years, and has attained several wine qualifications, from both the Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET) and the Wine Scholar Guild. She loves nothing more than sharing her passion for wine and demystifying what can sometimes feel like an elitist subject. She has been co-running a wine tasting group in Hove since 2019, and contributes regularly to The Wine Society members’ Forum.
Cocktails at Robert’s Bar
Open every Friday from 17:00
Looking to make your Friday night a memorable one? Our trained mixologists will make sure your evening is shaken, not stirred – just how you like it. Indulge yourself with your favourite tipple in our golden age of cinema themed bar, with a weekly rotation of special cocktails created by our bar staff.
Depot Cocktails
Solaris
white rum, cardamom syrup, curacao, orange bitters
£12.00
Clockwork Orange
creme de cacao, milk, tequila, orange zest, nutmeg
£12.00
Fantastic Planet
mushroom bourbon, orange bitters, brown sugar, orange, thyme
£12.00
Un Chien Andalou
lychee vodka, dry vermouth, lychee
£12.00
Before Sunrise
diplimatico rum, egg white, lime, bitters,
sugar syrup, maraschino cherry
£13.50
Seven Samurai
yuzu sake, cucumber juice , vodka, cucumber ribbon
£13.50
Dogma 95
St Germaine, sloe Gin, blueberry , raspberry ,
mint, lemon juice, prosecco
£13.50
Classic Cocktails
Elderlower Spritz
gin, lemon juice, prosecco, maraschino cherry
£10.00
Old Fashioned
bourbon, sugar, bitters, orange peel
£10.95
Martini
choice of gin or vodka, vermouth
£10.00
Espresso Martini
vanilla vodka, coffee liqueur, espresso
£10.00
Negroni
gin, campari, vermouth
£10.00
Aperol Spritz
aperol, prosecco, sparkling water, orange
£10.00
Spicy Margarita
tequila, lime juice, chilli
£10.00
Host your own stylish special event at Robert’s Bar
Robert’s Bar is the perfect venue to host your own event. Whether it’s for a chic private party, a breakout room for a corporate function or as a welcome drinks venue for a private screening in Screen 3 (situated adjacent to Robert’s Bar), offers a stunning space to hold a fabulous party.
Our trained mixologists will create classic cocktails which can be accompanied by our delicious catering options. Whether you would like to offer your guests a set menu or finger buffet, our restaurant can cater to your requirements.
Contact our dedicated events manager, Bonnie Macrae, at [email protected] or on 07517 434510 to discuss your options.