The Empress Hotel is a renewed and revamped take on an icon. This classic inner Melbourne pub situated in the north of Fitzroy, has been serving thirsty locals since 1873.
At its soul, the Empress Hotel provides everything you’d wish for from your local pub, a relaxed public bar to share a beer with your friends, dining hall, pool room, beer garden, bottle shop and several functions spaces.
While the spirit of the refurbished Empress Hotel remains very much intact, the addition of an alfresco outdoor dining area and modern Australian, Italian contemporary menu, with some old classics, complete the pubs reincarnation. Tables may be reserved for groups of two, four, six or 12 people.
Doing away with the dingy and dank of corner pubs of the past, Publican Guy David has torn the roof off what was once a band room to reveal a sun-filled beer garden perfect for long summer days and alfresco all-day dining. Now featuring a retractable roof, the beer garden can be enjoyed all year round, rain, hail or shine.
Offering live sports, craft beer and concise yet exciting wine list the Empress Hotel really sets itself apart from other local pubs.
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I really enjoyed the relaxed feel of this venue. The meals were well presented, portions were generous, and the staff couldn’t have been more helpful. A great place to enjoy dinner with family or friends.
This is one of those pubs that always delivers. The atmosphere is welcoming, the menu has plenty of options, and the service was excellent throughout our visit. We left already planning our next catch-up here.
The Empress has a friendly neighbourhood feel that’s becoming harder to find. Great food, attentive staff, and a comfortable setting made for a really enjoyable evening. I’d happily recommend it to anyone visiting the area.