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27/09/2026
Sunday Roast | $38
A proper Sunday feast with perfectly roasted meats, crispy potatoes, seasonal veg, rich gravy and all the trimmings.
Every Sunday from 12pm until sold out. Get in early.🐶❤️
22/09/2026
AFL Grand Final 🏈 | Live & Loud 12pm | DJ & Band from 5pm
15/09/2026
TUESDAY STEAK NIGHT
From 5pm every Tuesday, satisfy your steak cravings with two perfectly cooked cuts, served just the way you like them.
🥩 Porterhouse 250g — $26
🥩 Scotch Fillet 300g — $36
Bring your appetite and settle in for a sizzling midweek tradition. Great cuts, cooked your way, and ready to hit the spot.
📍 Every Tuesday from 5pm.
15/09/2026
THIS THURSDAY AT THE SKINNY DOG!
Get ready for a big night of laughs with comedy favourite Dave Thornton headlining, joined by Simon Taylor for 90 minutes of live comedy.
If you’ve been thinking about grabbing a ticket, now’s the time!
Doors 7.30pm | Show 8pm
🎟️ Tickets available via Oztix or at the door → https://bit.ly/4rez40I
09/09/2026
Join us Friday, 11 September for 49ers vs Rams LIVE & LOUD on the big screens 🔥
Doors and kitchen open from 10am, with kick-off at 10:35am.
Cold beers, food and NFL atmosphere all morning. 🍺
05/09/2026
Father’s Day at Skinny Dog Hotel! 👨🏻
$38 Sunday Roast or BBQ Pork Ribs! 🔥
🎶 Live Music + Kids Entertainment | 12–3PM
🍺 Chance to win Carlton Draught Brewery Experiences!
Bring Dad down & celebrate with us! ❤️
02/09/2026
Father’s Day at Skinny Dog! ❤️
🍖 $38 Sunday Roast
🎶 Live Music + Kids Entertainment | 12–3PM
🍺 WIN a Carlton Draught Brewery Experience!
Bring Dad down and celebrate! 🐕❤️
Book your table now!
01/09/2026
IS THAT CHICKEN?! YES! 🍗 Our Parma is BIG!
🍽️ Parma Night every Thursday from 5PM
🍺 Parma & Pot from just $25!
Come hungry. Leave happy. 😎
See you at Skinny Dog Hotel!
27/08/2026
Father’s Day at Skinny Dog Hotel! 👨🏻
$38 Sunday Roast or BBQ Pork Ribs! 🔥
🎶 Live Music + Kids Entertainment | 12–3PM
🍺 Chance to win Carlton Draught Brewery Experiences!
Bring Dad down & celebrate with us! ❤️
**See you there!
27/08/2026
Dave Thornton brings his sold-out comedy to The Skinny Dog for one unforgettable night.
From Edinburgh to New York, Korea to South Africa, Dave's easygoing, self-deprecating style has made him a favourite on Would I Lie To You? Australia, Spicks and Specks and The Hundred with Andy Lee.
🚪 Doors 7:30pm
Get in quick, seats won't last.
🎟️https://bit.ly/4cBGXHk
14/08/2026
TAG A MATE WHOSE NAME STARTS WITH J — HE OWES YOU A BEER! 🤭🤭
Happy Hour Monday - Friday from 4pm -6pm
see you there ❤️❤️
13/08/2026
Do you love Parma as much as we do? 🍗❤️
Come down to Skinny Dog Hotel for our Thursday Parma Night!
🍺 Parma & Pot from just $25
See you Thursday! 🍻
11/08/2026
Comedy returns to The Skinny Dog! 😂🎤
We’re back with another huge night of laughs, this time with the one and only Dave Thornton!
A comedy favourite across Australia and beyond, Dave has performed everywhere from Edinburgh and Montreal to New York, Korea and South Africa, with appearances on Sam Pang Tonight, Would I Lie To You? Australia, Spicks and Specks and The Hundred with Andy Lee.
Get ready for a night of big laughs and brilliant stand-up!
📅 Wednesday 12 August
🎟️ Early bird on sale now → https://bit.ly/4cBGXHk
14/07/2026
You heard the man! 🐶🍻
Head down to Skinny Dog Hotel this Thursday from 5pm for our Parma & Pot special from just $25!
See you there! ❤️🐶
07/07/2026
🥊 McGregor vs. Holloway 🥊
LIVE & LOUD this Sunday at Skinny Dog Hotel!
🍺 Doors open from 11AM
🍽️ Sunday Roast from $38
Grab your mates, enjoy a roast, and catch every moment live!
04/07/2026
🏉 State of Origin Game III – LIVE & LOUD at Skinny Dog Hotel!
🎯 Guess the correct final score and WIN a $200 Skinny Dog Hotel voucher!
Don’t miss the decider—see you on game night!
Address
155 High Street
Kew, VIC
3101
If you are planning to visit a location around High Street in Kew and need to reach there, you have a few options for transport.
Public transport:
- The closest train station is Kew Junction Station, which is about a 10-minute walk from High Street. From the station, head southeast on High St towards Charles St to reach your destination.
Driving/parking:
- If you are driving, take the Eastern Freeway and exit at Chandler Hwy towards Yarra Bend Rd/Kew. Turn right onto Chandler Hwy and then left onto Johnston St. Follow this road until you reach High Street and turn right to reach your destination.
- Parking can be found along High Street or surrounding streets, however, it may be limited or require payment during certain times of the day.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
11am - 11:45pm |
| Tuesday |
11am - 11:45pm |
| Wednesday |
11am - 11:45pm |
| Thursday |
11am - 11:45pm |
| Friday |
11am - 11:45pm |
| Saturday |
11am - 11:45pm |
| Sunday |
11am - 11:45pm |
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What people say
Skinny Dog Hotel, located in the heart of High Street, Melbourne, is a classic inner-suburban pub that offers something for everyone. With its healthy local clientele and welcoming atmosphere, it's the perfect spot for a casual night out with friends or family. The pub boasts booth dining, a great beer garden, a sports bar and 1st floor function spaces to suit any type of gathering.
The service at Skinny Dog Hotel is quick and friendly, making it an ideal spot for group bookings any day of the week. The pub also offers well-executed pub grub and big screens for the latest big games. Whether you're looking to catch up with friends over drinks or enjoy a meal with your loved ones, Skinny Dog Hotel has got you covered.
The history behind the funny pub moniker is fascinating - originally named the Greyhound Hotel and licensed by successful greyhound breeder James Bennet in 1873. Today, Skinny Dog Hotel continues to honor its roots while providing modern amenities such as live music, TV sports and good food in a smart and leafy beer garden.
Overall, Skinny Dog Hotel is an unobtrusive and reasonably priced pub that ticks all the boxes for a great night out. If you can't find what you're looking for on their website, don't hesitate to get in touch directly - they'll be more than happy to assist you!
