Brandon Hotel - Melbourne

Cosy neighbourhood pub where we enjoyed a delicious Sunday lunch. The Vegetarian enjoyed fresh haloumi tacos and crispy potato skins with a Japanese twist, while I attempted pork ribs with smoked Mac cheese and slaw. It nearly defeated me but my trusty zip lock bag ensures none will go to waste! Awesome friendly service, and while we used a voucher, wouldn't hesitate to come back at full price.

Just down Lee Street, around the corner from San Remo Ballroom it can be hard to find but it's worth the effort. Split into two sections a front bar and a restaurant it's an odd layout. Almost the front bar is too small and the restaurant too big. That aside they have included seating outside which is a good idea. The food is where it hits the mark. Cheap parma deal on a Saturday. Yes! A Saturday which makes a nice change from the mid week specials. During the week they still have other specials if your after a mid week feed. The food is outstanding (especially considering the price). Little things like board games and no pokies gives this pub real character.

A lovely pub in the middle of Carlton North, comfortable and a good selection of beer, wine and entertainment. I had pork belly, saganaki, salad a sparkling and rose, friend had lamb cutlets and a glass of wine. Used the entertainment book so got a $30 discount. Bill $78. Great value.

Lovely ambience in this little hotel tucked away in the back streets of Carlton. Ask for a seat in the little alcove area of the dining room. The publican is very welcoming and genuinely interested that you enjoy your meal. We both had the steak (on the day, the cut was scotch fillet) one serve with beer battered chips, the other with mash both with porcini sauce and salad. The sauce was amazing and plentiful. Chips were crunchy and hot, mash was smooth and well seasoned. Steaks were tough in parts but really well flavoured and it didn't detract from the enjoyment. Additionally, the steaks were cooked exactly as ordered one perfectly medium, the other perfectly medium rare. We visited on the entertainment book but would gladly visit again paying full price. The Brandon Hotel seems to be the local's hang out leading a really nice casual relaxed atmosphere to enjoy a great meal.

Great local pub atmosphere, friendly staff, fabulous food and a good wine selection. We eat here often as the meals are always amazing and inexpensive. The every day menu is good, the daily specials are always interesting and varied. It is cosy by the fire in winter and very pleasant sitting outside in the warmer months.