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02/10/2026
POV:
You’ve found the cosiest spot in town. It’s in Williamstown! Your local!
Open from 11am until late.
01/10/2026
Heading into October this weekend with another great lineup of entertainment for our popular Sunday sessions.
Rock up on Sunday afternoons for the delicious lunch and great bar offerings and stay for the live acoustic music. This Sunday we kick off with Andrew Samios.
Where : 161 Nelson place, Williamstown
When: Sundays 1pm-4pm
See you there! Bookings accepted and walk-ins welcomed.
28/09/2026
Happy Hour isn’t just for Fridays anymore! 🍻
Join us at Customs House Hotel in Williamstown weekdays from 4pm–6pm for after-work drinks, a catch-up with friends or a relaxed start to your evening.
Monday to Friday, your afternoon plans are sorted. See you at the bar! 🍺
18/09/2026
If you’ve loved watching the AFL this season on the big screens at Customs House Hotel while tucking into our Thursday and Friday night Steak Night special, here’s your reminder that footy is coming to an end! 🏉🥩
Come and enjoy the last Friday night of footy left for the season.
Steak Night and footy on the big screens is a pretty good way to see out the season.
Book a table, grab your mates and settle in for the action!
17/09/2026
Come down early, grab a table and settle in for the biggest game of the year!
Watch the AFL Grand Final** LIVE & LOUD** in the Bistro and Bar/Timbers from 11.00 am - 5.00 pm.
🍴 Lunch menu available until 3.00 pm.
🍺 Kirin Ichiban and Hyoketsu **NEW ON TAP**
🍸️ New and inspired cocktail list
📣 Plenty of footy atmosphere.
**GRAND FINAL COMPETITIONS**
PICK THE WINNING MARGIN
Pick the winning team and closest winning margin to score a $100 Customs House voucher.
PICK THE FIRST GOAL SCORER
Get your table together and pick the first goal scorer. One winning table will score a $100 BAR TAB!
Entries close before the first bounce.
The footy might finish, but we're not done! Stay on until 9.00pm and sing the night away with Karaoke.
Book now to secure your table for Grand Final Day by the Bay.
https://www.customshousehotel.com.au
11/09/2026
SEPTEMBER SUNDAY SESSIONS
Come and join us at Customs House Hotel this Sunday for great food, cold drinks and live acoustic music with the very talented Ellie Rose, performing from 1pm–4pm.
Book a table, walk-ins are welcome!
📍 Customs House Hotel,
161 Nelson Place, Williamstown
🗓 Sunday 6 September
🎤 Ellie Rose | 1pm–4pm
11/09/2026
We’re listening Williamstown! You’ve asked for more choice and better cocktails….. and we heard you 👀 🍸
We’ve been shaking things up behind the bar with more variety, better cocktails and more reasons to settle in for a drink by the waterfront.
This is just the beginning…. come in and see what’s new.
📍Customs House Hotel
05/09/2026
Here’s cheers to all the dads this Father’s Day!
To the dads, grandads, stepdads, father figures and all the great blokes who play an important role in our lives - today’s for you.
We hope your Sunday involves good food, a drink or two, plenty of laughs and quality time spent with your favourite people.
From all of us here at Customs House Hotel, Happy Father’s Day! 💙
PS: It’s important to laugh at his dad jokes all day today!
05/09/2026
Grab your bestie, your other half, or your favourite foodie and settle in for a delicious catch-up at Customs House Hotel. 🥂
Enjoy a platter for two paired with a bottle of Nook for just $65. Perfect for sharing, sipping and soaking up the atmosphere by the bay.
Available now for a limited time.
📍 Customs House Hotel
161 Nelson Place, Williamstown
04/09/2026
This Sunday Session is an extra-special one - it’s Father’s Day! 🎶🍻
Celebrate Dad at Customs House Hotel with great food, cold drinks and live acoustic music from the wonderful Chelly Parisi, performing from 1pm–4pm.
Walk-ins are welcome!
📍 Customs House Hotel,
161 Nelson Place, Williamstown
🗓 Sunday 6 September
🎤 Chelly Parisi | 1pm–4pm
04/09/2026
If you’re breathing a big sigh of relief now that the week is over, you’re not alone! There's no better way to head into the weekend than with a few bevies at Customs House Hotel Happy Hour.
That’s right, between 4pm and 6 pm drop by for a few frothies.
Back it up with our Steak Night. Between 5.30pm - 9pm, enjoy a 200g Porterhouse steak, cooked your way, with pumpkin and feta salad and pub chips for just $25
With footy finals on the big screens, it’s a great night out!
04/09/2026
Come and watch the Geelong vs Carlton first elimination final tonight at Customs House Hotel LIVE ON THE BIG SCREENS.
Who's going to win?
Leave 😽 for Geelong or 💙 for the Blues in the comments.
02/09/2026
Come and watch Freemantle vs Hawthorn qualifying this Thursday 3rd Sept at Customs House Hotel LIVE ON THE BIG SCREENS.
Who's going to win?
Leave ⚓️ for Freo or 🤎 for the Hawks in the comments.
01/09/2026
Customs House Hotel is growing, and we’re looking for friendly, experienced hospitality professionals to join our team in Williamstown.
We’re currently hiring for:
F&B Supervisor – minimum 30 hours per week
F&B Attendants – minimum 15 hours per week
What you’ll need:
✅ A current RSA
✅ At least two years hospitality experience
✅ Impos POS experience (desirable)
If you’re reliable, confident in a busy hospitality environment and enjoy creating a welcoming experience for customers, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now by sending your resume to [email protected] or drop in and introduce yourself at 161 Nelson Place, Williamstown.
29/08/2026
If the approach of spring is tempting you out of hibernation, our Sunday Sessions might be just the place to see out the weekend.
Settle in with a drink, soak up the relaxed atmosphere and enjoy a little live music from Chelly Parisi, bringing her dulcet tones and smooth tunes to your Sunday.
Here are the deets:
Sunday afternoon: 1-4pm, in the front bar/Timbers.
🍷Sip your favourite w**e
🍺Enjoy your go-to b**r
🥘Grab a bite to eat
🎶Take in the sweet tunes and soak up the Williamstown atmosphere
Tag you friends and family and come along.
Where you can find us:
📍161 Nelson Place,Williamstown
26/08/2026
Sizzle alert! 🔥
Imagine sinking your teeth into a perfectly cooked 300g Angus Scotch fillet, just the way you like it. Paired with crispy chips and a vibrant roasted pumpkin & feta salad, this plate is not just a meal; it’s an experience!
Want to switch it up? Go for the creamy mash and seasonal veggies.
Then just add your favourite sauce - mushroom, peppercorn, mustard, gravy, red w**e jus, bearnaise sauce or garlic butter.
Where:
📍Customs House Hotel
161 Nelson Place, Williamstown
Treat yourself today! 🍽️✨
24/08/2026
At Customs House Hotel, we’re raising a glass to all the dads this Father’s Day with a FREE schooner to celebrate! 🍺 But that’s just the beginning!
Celebrate Dad with us for lunch or dinner and you’ll also go into our FREE Father’s Day raffle, with three great prizes up for grabs:
🎁 Father’s Day Hamper
🍽️ $100 Customs House Hotel Voucher
⛽ $50 Fuel Voucher
Plus, we’ll have live music adding to the atmosphere throughout the day.
A great feed, a schooner on us, live music and the chance to take home a prize - sounds like a pretty good way to spoil Dad this Father’s Day!
Book your table now and make a day of it. Visit:
https://www.customshousehotel.com.au/fathers-day
23/08/2026
🎉 Father’s Day Giveaway 🎉
Sunday 6 September 2026
Celebrate Dad at Customs House Hotel and go into our FREE Father’s Day raffle when you book for lunch or dinner.
Three great prizes are up for grabs:
🎁 Father’s Day Hamper
🍽️ $100 Customs House Hotel Voucher
⛽ $50 Fuel Voucher
And don't forget a FREE schooner of b**r for every dad on the day.
Book your table now and make Father’s Day one to remember! 🍻
https://www.customshousehotel.com.au/
23/08/2026
If you love pasta and seafood this one will be your favourite - Seafood Linguine Marinara.
Tender prawns, scallops, mussels and calamari are tossed through linguine with chilli and garlic in a rich Napoli sauce. Full of fresh seafood flavour and perfect with a glass of w**e. 🍝🦐🍷
Book a table or drop by.
22/08/2026
Don’t forget our Sunday Sessions are on every week at Customs House Hotel! Settle in with your favourite w**e or an ice-cold b**r, enjoy a delicious pub meal and unwind to live music.
This Sunday 23rd August, Kevin Jones will be performing in the Front Bar/Timbers from 1pm–4pm.
📍 Customs House Hotel
161 Nelson Place, Williamstown
Gather your friends and make an afternoon of it!
21/08/2026
It's Saturday and you know what that means....
It's KARAOKE SATURDAY!! Will you be ready for your turn in the spotlight?🌟
Start with dinner, then stay and belt out your favourites from 9pm. Good laughs, good vibes, questionable high notes 😉 every Saturday night! 🎶🍻
📍Where?
Customs House Hotel
161 Nelson Place, Williamstown
See you tonight!
Tag your besties and release your inner rockstar., because lip syncing is for amateurs!
Hosted by TDKS Entertainment.
Address
161 Nelson Place
Williamstown, VIC
3016
To get to the destination at Nelson Place in Melbourne, you can take public transport such as bus or train to Williamstown Station, which is a short walk away. Alternatively, if you are driving, there are several paid parking options nearby along Nelson Place and surrounding streets. Please note that some parking spots may have time limits or fees, so it's important to check signage carefully.
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What people say
The Customs House Hotel in Williamstown is a must-visit for anyone looking for a great dining experience. Located in the heart of Williamstown’s Restaurant precinct, this pub and Australian restaurant offers stunning views of Commonwealth Reserve and Port Phillip Bay.
One of the highlights of this establishment is its three open fireplaces, which provide a cozy atmosphere perfect for enjoying a pre-dinner drink or relaxing with friends. The beer selection is impressive, with a wide variety on tap, and the wine list includes an impressive Cellar Collection.
Whether you're in the mood for an A La Carte experience or a laid-back meal, Customs House Hotel has got you covered. Their Light Meals, Traditional Pub, and A La Carte menus offer something for everyone.
This venue is also ideal for large group gatherings or business lunches as it can accommodate up to 160 people. Additionally, they have four function areas available for private use.
The COVID safe environment at Customs House Hotel has earned them a 5-star rating. In warmer months, guests can enjoy outdoor seating with breathtaking views of the bay.
Overall, Customs House Hotel offers great food, live music, and an unbeatable atmosphere that makes it one of Melbourne's top destinations for dining out.
