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03/10/2026
🍷🍷Very proud to have been awarded Two Glasses again in the Australia’s W**e List of the Year Awards 2026.
We’ve held Two Glasses since 2018, which means a lot to us! We always try to keep the list interesting, approachable and good value, while still having a few special bottles for when you feel like it. 🥳
The judges had this to say:
“There is a lot to like about this list, with its eclectic mix of w**es that swerves between well-known brands and off-the-radar gems. The b**r list is highly impressive, and it offers plenty of zero-alcohol options too. There’s clearly a lot of knowledge behind the selections, and its slightly off-beat nature means there are plenty of new names and styles to discover. It also has a serious side, with some international benchmarks. Fun and impressive.”
Couldn’t be happier with that! 🎯
A massive thanks to our team, suppliers, w**emakers and everyone who comes through the doors and trusts us to always pour them something delicious. 🙌
Here’s to another year of excellent w**e at the pub. See you soon! 🍾
**elistawards **e Australia's W**e List of Year Awards
25/09/2026
We’re OPEN all Grand Final long weekend! 🏉🍺
Bring on the footy, cold b**rs, and a plate of golden, crispy fish & chips. 🐟
We use Australian blue grenadier, always fresh, never frozen - because a proper pub feed starts with quality fish. 🙌
So come hungry, bring your mates and make a day of it! Walk-ins always welcomed!
* Kitchen’s open all day Sat & Sun
* Lamb for Sunday Roast this week
22/09/2026
GRAND FINAL DAY IS ON. 🏉🔥
We’re turning the pub all the way up this Saturday, with extra TVs and every moment live & loud.
You know what you’re getting - seriously good food, cold b**rs, great w**e and top-notch service. Round up the crew, lock in your table and settle in for the game. 🍻
And yes, we’re OPEN this Friday for the Grand Final Eve public holiday too.
See you soon!
18/09/2026
This weekend, we’re raising money for Scarf by donating $1 from every b**r sold🍻
Scarf is a Melbourne-based not-for-profit social enterprise that helps young people from asylum seeker, refugee and migrant backgrounds get a start in hospitality through hands-on training, mentoring and paid work experience. 🙌
They do incredible work helping people who can face real barriers to finding paid work build confidence, skills and connections - and take that all-important first step into the industry.
So come down, have a b**r and help support a great cause while you’re at it. Every pint counts!
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11/09/2026
🎥 A look inside THE LINCOLN | CARLTON🍺
Thanks to the EAT PLAY AND STAY team for coming by!
Featuring our favourite models/cafe/neighbours Johnny & Carla Woodside Green 👋 and our very own Jack! 🤩
06/09/2026
NEW MERCH! Pint?🍺
Shirts & hoodies available now.
See you at The Lincoln.
21/08/2026
Have you tried our wild venison & red w**e pie? 🦌
The venison we use is wild harvested Tasmanian Fallow Deer, widely considered the best there is and of exceptional quality.
By enjoying this sustainable, free range meat, you’re helping manage an invasive species and protect Australia’s native environment.
Consistently tender and flavoursome, there’s no reason not to! Lenah Game Meats
20/08/2026
It feels like winter’s finally easing off! 🌱Get yourself a pint of LOVE SHACK BREWING CO Pale Ale or Keeper Pilsner, find a comfy corner and stay awhile. No rush. That’s what pubs are for.🍺💛
13/08/2026
A cheese plate for dinner is perfectly reasonable in our eyes! 🧀 Right now, we’re serving:
🤍Bruny Island Saint, Tasmania: soft, oozy and richly flavoured with a delicate bloomy rind.
💛Shepherd’s Whey, Gippsland: buttery and caramel-rich with a savoury finish.
💙Long Paddock Bluestone, Castlemaine: a beautifully balanced blue, buttery, creamy and gently crumbly.
Perfect with a glass of Pennyweight W**ery Fino Sherry.
*Cheeses pictured may differ. Our cheese selection changes regularly.*
27/07/2026
Winter’s dug in deep, so we’re bringing out the big guns with a classic.
✨CASSOULET✨
Confit duck, slabs of thick-cut pork belly, housemade Toulouse sausage and creamy Australian navy beans, slow-cooked for hours.
Rich, rustic and so hearty, made for chilly days.
📣 Only available on Tuesdays, for a limited time.
+ Add a glass of Torbreck red or white for just $5🍷
First in, best fed. Get in quick!
cassoulet
18/07/2026
New! Twice-baked cheese soufflé 🧀, with black truffles from the Mornington Peninsula 🖤, mizuna from Day’s Walk Farm for that peppery bite and finished with crunchy walnuts.
Rich, fluffy, perfect for the winter weekend. See you at the pub! 🍷🔥
17/07/2026
Thank you, Hospitality magazine and Australian Hotelier, for ranking us #4 Gastropub in Australia’s Top 50!
Twelve years into the journey of owning this beautiful 172-year-old pub, and being an independent owner-operator is still one wild ride.
We’re incredibly grateful for the recognition we’ve received over the years, but even more grateful for the people who make it all worthwhile. We’ll keep reinvesting in this grand dame, looking after her for our wonderful guests and regulars, and ensuring she’s passed on proudly to future generations.
We love a good time, we love great food, and love championing the hardworking Aussie brewers, w**emakers, distillers, producers, farmers and makers who help make this place what it is.
Thanks to everyone who’s supported us along the way. Here’s to what comes next!
See you at The Lincoln soon! 🍻
30/06/2026
🎣 Australia’s world-class fisheries produce some exceptional seafood, and we’re proud to showcase many of them here at The Lincoln.
🐟 Blue grenadier from Southern Australian waters for our fish and chips.
🐙 Sustainably wild-caught Fremantle octopus and Shark Bay scallops from Western Australia.
🦪 Organic rock oysters from Wapengo Lake in New South Wales or Boomer Bay in Tasmania.
Proud to support Aussie seafood producers! 💙 Head in and try them for yourselves 😊
10/06/2026
The magic words we all really want to hear? ✨HIGH PROTEIN✨ (like, really, really high📈)
Coffee and spice-rubbed kangaroo loin, paired with local oyster mushrooms, organic fioretto cauliflower, mash, pickled shallots, and finished with a deeply flavoured jus.
Rich, earthy and unmistakably Australian. And proof that “eating your protein” doesn’t have to mean just another chicken breast! 🏋️
05/06/2026
We have a seat with your name on it this long weekend.🍻 Bring your favourite people and we’ll take care of the rest!
Enjoy beef for Sunday Roast this week, plus kitchen’s open all day Saturdays and Sundays. See you at the pub!
*Closed Monday 8 June King’s Birthday public holiday
04/06/2026
The brownie was good. 🍫The self-control… not so much!
Made with Belgian 70% Callebaut dark chocolate - rich, fudgy and deeply chocolatey.
Served with orange marmalade and vanilla ice-cream. 🍊🍨 Winter comfort done right!
Address
91 Cardigan Street
Carlton, VIC
3053
Travel directions to Cardigan Street in Melbourne can be accessed through various modes of transportation. For public transport, you can take the train to Melbourne Central Railway Station and then take a tram on Swanston Street towards Carlton. Get off at the Queensberry St/Lygon St stop and walk for about 3 minutes to reach Cardigan Street.
If you are driving, from the city center, head north on Elizabeth St towards Franklin St, turn right onto Victoria St, and then left onto Lygon St. Turn right onto Elgin St and then another right onto Cardigan St. Limited street parking is available; however, there are nearby car parks such as Secure Parking on Queensberry St.
Please note that these directions may not specifically lead you to The Lincoln establishment; therefore, it is recommended to use additional navigation tools if needed.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
12pm - 11pm |
| Tuesday |
12pm - 11pm |
| Wednesday |
12pm - 11pm |
| Thursday |
12pm - 11pm |
| Friday |
12pm - 12am |
| Saturday |
12pm - 12am |
| Sunday |
12pm - 11pm |
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What people say
Australian restaurants are known for their focus on high-quality, sustainable and seasonal produce. The Lincoln, a grand old Melbourne pub built in 1854, is no exception to this rule. This Australian restaurant is a gastropub and pub that has been serving its customers for over 160 years.
The Lincoln's kitchen works closely with small regional suppliers to ensure that they use only the highest quality ingredients. They also make as much as possible in-house, from their bread, mustard and pickles to curing their own free-range bacon. This dedication to quality is evident in every dish they serve.
The public bar at The Lincoln has retained its art-deco features and boasts 12 taps featuring craft beer, showcasing speciality brewing at its best. Their wine list focuses on small interesting producers, offering pleasant surprises for those who are keen to try something a little different.
The space at The Lincoln lends itself to a variety of areas suitable for groups of any size and at any time of the day. Their warm and professional team will make you feel right at home from the moment you step through the door.
Overall, The Lincoln is an excellent choice for anyone looking for an authentic Australian dining experience. With its focus on quality ingredients, craft beer and interesting wines, it's no wonder this Australian restaurant has been around for so long.
