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Exceptional Dining Experience at The Clare Castle I recently had the pleasure of dining at The Clare Castle in Melbourne, and I must say it was an outstanding experience from start to finish. This restaurant truly knows how to impress, offering a perfect blend of exquisite food, exceptional service, and a warm, inviting atmosphere. The steaks were cooked to perfection, juicy and flavorful, while the Sunday roast was simply divine, bursting with rich, comforting flavors. The wine selection is extensive, and the chef's recommendations were spot on, pairing beautifully with our meals. The menu is diverse, and everything we ordered exceeded our expectations. The calamari was tender and delicious, the oysters fresh and briny, the pasta was perfectly al dente, and the desserts were a delightful way to end the meal. Each dish was crafted with care, showcasing the chef's talent and passion for quality. The staff at The Clare Castle are truly exceptional. They were attentive, professional, and went above and beyond to ensure our dining experience was memorable. Despite the busy atmosphere, we never felt rushed, and every request was met with a smile. I highly recommend booking a table in advance, as this popular spot is always bustling—testament to how good they really are. In conclusion, The Clare Castle is a must-visit for anyone looking to enjoy a top-notch dining experience in Melbourne. We left thoroughly satisfied and eager to return.
Kate KetsarinKate Ketsarin
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Arranged a catch up with friends for lunch and we stayed for dinner ! What a great pub and the roast was amazing - so much food and just like a really good home made roast meal. There were two roasts to choose from on the day we visited Lamb or beef - most of the group of 10 we were with had roast beef - it was so very good ! The roast had cauliflower cheese, heaps of meat, peas, roast potatoes and pumpkin …also a Yorkshire pudding - it was so delicious ! I asked the staff for some horseradish and they had it (amazing) and happily brought me some to enjoy with my meal - staff fabulous So impressed at our lunch and the roast that we have book another group lunch (different friends) this Sunday - just cant wait
sandy colombosandy colombo
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Thanks to Dan’s obsessive lockdown & business destroying number 4, had to get take away tonight. Never eaten at the C Castle before but my partner works around the corner. With limited options and picking them up from work, decided to give it a try and throughly recommend it. I had the steak sandwich - very delish thinly cut steak which made it easier to eat and for the sandwich to stay together (a problem with many steak sandwiches). Partner has the Greek Chicken Platter and loved it. Big tasty pieces of chicken. And a side of garlic bread. Only criticism is there could have been a bigger serve of the garlic bread. Everything well packed for take out. 30 minutes from phone order to pick up. 5 out of 5
Andy RAndy R
10
I think I have found the best Sunday roast in Melbourne!!! Just the Yorkshire alone will put any pom me included to shame! The beef nicely cooked to perfection, cauliflower cheese yummy, potatoes yummy, gravy well seasoned , Yorkshire….perfect! Everything about this gastronomic experience is close to perfection! Every bit worth coming and paying public transport because it is outside the free tram zone. Very leafy and quiet location! Clean, well spaced seatings, very nice staffs, just book to save yourself stress as it can be busy. Indoor and outdoor seating, pub and restaurant area. Price reasonable and had a great time! Will def come back!
mrsmmrsm
40
This is a great pub for few different reasons. It caters very well to the locals, has a great outdoor area that captures the evening sun, a pretty unique "Wine Style" room that has a open fire and Chesterfields (Made me want to light a cigar) and the food, although a little on the expensive side ($32 for a pasta dish) is amazing. They have done a truely wonderful job of making this a comfortable local pub. The staff are generally great (There is one grumpy member who make you feel like she would rather be elsewhere). I highly recommend the steaks (Eye Fillet $44 & Rib Eye $56) but the whole menu won't disappoint.
Thirsty HerbThirsty Herb
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We decided on all things bugs ... well almost ... as The Clare Castle describes themselves as 'Home of the Moreton Bay Bug'. Given they specialise in bugs, surprisingly, a couple of the dishes were quite disappointing. The bug Kataifi spent way too long in the deep fryer, resulting in an overcooked, chewy, tasteless offering. Also, their penchant for sriracha is evident as it made an appearance in many of the dishes we selected. Mindful that wait staff is more than fifty percent of the experience, in addition to several mediocre dishes, we found dining at The Clare Castle rather underwhelming.
MorganMorgan
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Nearby Attractions Of The Clare Castle
Princes Pier
Edwards Park
Lagoon Reserve
ETU Stadium
Kylie Sartori Naturopathy
Al Pacino Lounge

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354 Graham St, Port Melbourne VIC 3207, Australia
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+61 3 9646 4588
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theclarecastle.com
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Stalwart venue since 1875, offering an eclectic pub menu and a relaxed vibe.
attractions: Princes Pier, Edwards Park, Lagoon Reserve, ETU Stadium, Kylie Sartori Naturopathy, Al Pacino Lounge, restaurants: Kickin'Inn Port Melbourne, Railway Club Hotel, Hunky Dory Fish & Chips, D'Lish Fish, The Exchange Hotel, Mr Hobson, Ciao Cielo, Skewer'd, Prince Alfred Hotel, Hurricane Handsome

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