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03/10/2026
🐾 BAD PET PORTRAITURE IS COMING TO THE PALACE! 🎨
Bring your pup down to our dog-friendly b**r garden on Saturday (OR show a photo of your furry friend) and get them drawn in watercolor (badly) for just $15. Your dog deserves a masterpiece… probably. 🍻🐶
Saturday 10 October | 4:30–7:30pm
Palace Hotel South Melbourne
505–507 City Road, South Melbourne
Bring the dog. Grab a drink. Get a portrait. 🐾
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03/10/2026
Congratulations to last night's Meat Raffle winners 🏆 👏
02/10/2026
🍽️ SUNDAY ROAST AT PALACE HOTEL
Make Sunday a proper one with a hearty roast and all the trimmings.
🍖 Slow-roasted lamb
🥔 Golden roast potatoes
🎃 Roast pumpkin
🥦 Broccolini
🧀 Cauliflower cheese
🥣 Rich gravy
🥞 Yorkshire pudding
Plus kids eat FREE*
T&Cs apply. Kids Roast not included.
📍 Palace Hotel South Melbourne
🍴 Sunday lunch — while it lasts!
02/10/2026
🍽️ KIDS EAT FREE every weekend 🎉
Make family time easy at the Palace Hotel South Melbourne! Enjoy one free kids' meal with every full main meal purchased.
👧 Kids must be 14 years or younger
🍝 One free kids' meal with a full main meal
🍽️ Parma, roast and schnitzel excluded
📅 Bookings only!
Bring the whole family down to your local proper pub and let us take care of dinner this weekend!
📲 Book your table today!
01/10/2026
🍸 THE NEW COCKTAIL MENU HAS LANDED
Your next drink at Palace Hotel just got a whole lot more interesting.
From our signature Papa Ichiro’s made with Japanese wh**ky, Lillet Blanc and blood orange soda, to the classics you know and love — there’s a cocktail for every mood.
🍸 Papa Ichiro’s — $27
☕ Espresso Martini — $22
🍸 P**n Star Martini — $22
🥂 Classic Martini — $27
🍊 Aperol Spritz — $17
🍹 Long Island Iced Tea — $25
🌶️ Classic or Spicy Margarita — $24
🍸 Cosmopolitan — $22
Whether you're after something classic, something spicy or something completely different, pull up a seat and explore the new menu.
📍 Palace Hotel South Melbourne
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01/10/2026
🏆 GRAND FINAL SUNDAY AT THE PALACE HOTEL 🏆
It all comes down to this! Catch every crunch, tackle, and try LIVE on the big screens this Sunday!
🏉 NRLW Grand Final – 4:00 PM AEDT
🏉 NRL Grand Final – 7:30 PM AEDT
We’ve got your Sunday completely covered with:
🥩 $34 Sunday Roast Lamb served with all the trimmings + veg option.
🍺 $14 Stone & Wood during the game
🍻 $13 Pints ALL DAY
👶 Kids Eat Free (T&Cs apply)
🎶 Live Music
Gather the crew, lock in your table, and settle in for the biggest day in rugby league!
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30/09/2026
🥩 THE STEAK SANDWICH
Tender steak, crispy bacon, melted cheese, fresh lettuce, tomato and onion, stacked on Turkish bread and finished with mustard aioli.
Served with a side of chips. 🍟
The perfect proper pub plate.
📍 Palace Hotel South Melbourne
29/09/2026
🎶 LIVE MUSIC AT PALACE HOTEL 🎶
We've got two great artists hitting the pub this weekend!
🎤 KIERAN MORRIS
Friday 2 October | 6–9pm
Expect a high-energy mix of pop, indie rock, reggae, R&B and folk, with plenty of familiar favourites along the way.
🎸 KEANU JAI
Sunday 4 October | 2–5pm
A talented looping guitarist and singer bringing current hits, nostalgic favourites and soulful tunes to the Palace.
Grab your mates, settle in with a drink and enjoy live music at the proper pub and home of rugby.
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28/09/2026
🍽️ $19 LUNCHES AT PALACE HOTEL 🍻
Looking for a proper pub lunch without the hefty price tag?
Join us Tuesday to Saturday and grab one of our selected lunch favourites for just $19.
From Salt & Pepper Calamari to Cheeseburgers, Greek-style Lamb Wraps, Nachos and more, there’s something for everyone.
Pair it with a cold drink and make it a proper pub lunch.
📅 Tuesday–Saturday
🍽️ Lunch from $19
📍 Palace Hotel South Melbourne
Round up the crew, grab a table and make lunch plans.
27/09/2026
KIDS EAT FREE AT PALACE HOTEL!
School holiday dining just got easier — and there are plenty of options to keep the whole family happy.
Enjoy ONE FREE KIDS MEAL with the purchase of a full-priced main meal.
🥗 Healthy options available
🍽️ Family-friendly choices
👧 Kids must be 14 years or younger
📅 Every day during the school holidays
🗓️ 19 September – 4 October
📍 Palace Hotel, 505 City Rd, Port Melbourne
Parma, Roast & Schnitzel not included. Closed Mondays. Bookings only. Terms and conditions apply.
Make it a family lunch or dinner and let us take care of the cooking!
27/09/2026
🏉 NRL GRAND FINAL — LIVE & LOUD AT PALACE HOTEL!
This Sunday 4 October, head to the proper pub and home of rugby for the NRL Grand Final, live and loud on the big screens, inside and out!
🍖 Lamb Sunday Roast
🥦Kids Eat Free*
🍺 $14 Stone & Wood pints during the game
🐶 Dog friendly b**r garden
Grab the family, settle in for a proper Sunday roast and watch the biggest game of the NRL season with us.
📍 Palace Hotel South Melbourne
25/09/2026
It's a good weekend to be a 🍻
25/09/2026
Who's winning our famous meat raffle tonight? 🥩
See you at the bar for Happy Hour 4 to 6:30 🍻
Plus free finger food ✔️
23/09/2026
Time to recharge with the ultimate Sunday roast and great tunes!
🍽️ Sunday Beef Roast ($34) with golden roast spuds, pumpkin, broccolini, cauliflower cheese, rich gravy & a Yorkshire pudding! (Veg option available)
🎶 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM: Live Acoustic Music
🏉 4:00 PM (NRL): Penrith Panthers vs. Newcastle Knights
🏉 7:45 PM (Rugby): Wallabies vs. South Africa
🍺 All Day: $13 Pints
✨ NO weekend or card surcharges — EVER!
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22/09/2026
🏈 FINALS FOOTBALL IS HERE! 🏈
Join us Friday arvo to kick off your weekend right at The Home of Rugby, the ultimate spot to watch the 2026 NRL Finals!
We've got massive screens and a stack of reasons to make us your finals headquarters.
While you enjoy the footy, take advantage of our incredible FRIDAY FUN offers:
🍺 ALL DAY PINT SPECIAL: Score $13 pints from open to close!
🥩 MEAT RAFFLES: We're hosting TWO locally sourced meat raffles! Earn one ticket with every drink purchase. Draw is at 7:30pm—don't miss your chance to win a meat tray valued up to $175!
FREE CANAPÉS: Enjoy complementary snacks to fuel you through the match.
✨ PLUS! Enjoy our everyday value with happy hour from 4-6:30pm, free pool from 4-6:30pm, and no card surcharges.
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22/09/2026
Hump day just got a whole lot better! 🥩
Join us this Wednesday for our Steak Night and treat yourself to a delicious 250g Parwan Valley Sirloin for only $27! It’s served with golden chips, a fresh garden salad, and your choice of sauce.
While you’re here, don't miss out on our all-day specials: $13 pints and free pool.
We've also got Happy Hour running from 4-6 PM! See you soon! 🍻🎱✨
22/09/2026
THE HOME OF RUGBY IS CALLING THIS SUNDAY!
The NRL Preliminary Finals are LIVE at Palace Hotel South Melbourne, Penrith Panthers vs Newcastle Knights - 4PM.
Watch every tackle, try and big moment live and loud on TVs inside and outside in the b**r garden — the perfect spot for a Sunday session with the crew.
🥩 Beef Sunday Roast
🍺 $13 b**rs
🎶 Live music from 2pm
👧 Kids eat free*
Round up the family, grab a cold b**r and settle in for the NRL action at the Home of Rugby.
*T&Cs Apply.
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21/09/2026
🏆 AFL GRAND FINAL AT PALACE HOTEL 🏆
This Saturday, we’re bringing the Grand Final to the big screens — live and loud, inside and out!
🏉 FREE footy finger food at half time
🍺 $14 Stone & Wood pints during the game
🍔 Lunch menu starting at $19
📺 Screens inside & outside
🎶 LIVE MUSIC after the final siren
Grab your mates, settle in and make a day of it at Palace Hotel South & Port Melbourne.
19/09/2026
Catch the AFL Grand Final live on Saturday 26 September! 🏉🍻
Experience every hit, goal, and siren on the big screens. Here’s what’s lined up for the day:
🍺 $14 Stone & Wood Pints served during the game
🥧 Free Footy Finger Food served at half time
🎸 Live Music by Amina kicking off after the final siren
🔒 Private Viewing Spaces featuring your own bar and big screens are available
Gather your mates and celebrate footy's biggest day at a proper pub! Book your spot or private room early to secure the best seats.
19/09/2026
School holidays just got a whole lot tastier! 🍟✨ Take a break from cooking and join us at Palace Hotel where Kids Eat Free EVERY DAY from 19 September to 4 October!
Receive 1 free kids meal with every full main meal purchased. Valid for kids 14 years or younger.
Bookings only! (Note: Parma, Roast & Schnitzel meals are excluded from the main meal requirement).
Secure your table today and let us treat the little ones! 🍽️
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18/09/2026
Preliminary Final fever is hitting The Palace Hotel! 🏉🍻 with $14 Stone & Wood Pints pouring for every game 🙌
17/09/2026
Big match energy this Saturday! 🦅🦁 Catch all the action as Hawthorn takes on the Brisbane Lions live and loud at the pub.
Grab a front-row seat and enjoy $14 Stone & Wood pints streaming all game long! 🍻
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17/09/2026
Port & South Melbourne, your Sunday plans just wrote themselves. 🍻
Stroll down to The Palace Hotel this Sunday for some sunshine in the b**r garden and live acoustic tunes from Keanu Jai playing from 2 PM – 5 PM. 🎸
We’re pairing the sunshine & music with our $34 Sunday Roast—featuring Crispy Pork, piled high with golden roast potatoes, pumpkin, broccolini, cauliflower cheese, rich gravy, and a classic Yorkshire pudding! (Vegetarian option available)
Local Sunday Perks:
🍺 $13 Pints served all day long
👶 Kids Eat Free* (T&Cs apply)
💳 NO weekend or card surcharges!
Bring the family, and sink a few crisp pints with us this weekend.
📍 The Palace Hotel
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16/09/2026
Preliminary Final fever is hitting The Palace Hotel! 🏉🍻
Catch all the high-stakes action live as the Sydney Swans take on Fremantle this Friday, September 18th at 7:40 PM (AEST).
Happy Hour: Warm up before bounce-off with specials from 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM 🥂
Friday Meat Raffle: Get your tickets early for a chance to take home the weekly haul 🥩
Game Day Deal: $14 Stone & Wood pints pouring all match long 🍺
The Match: AFL Preliminary Final – Sydney Swans vs. Fremantle Dockers live on the big screens
Bring your crew, grab a proper pub meal, and settle in for the ultimate finals atmosphere in South Melbourne. Tables fill up fast—get down early to secure the best spot!
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15/09/2026
Treat yourself like royalty without paying a royal price! 👑
Catch Happy Hour at The Palace running Tuesday through Thursday from 4 PM to 6 PM, and extended until 6:30 PM on Fridays!
On Special:
$10 House Drinks (Sparkling, Shiraz, Rosé, Pinot Grigio, Basic Spirits)
$12.50 Pints (Guinness, Stone & Wood, Stella Artois, Carlton Draught, ###X Gold, On Tap C***r & B**r of the Month)
$13 Aperol Spritz ($16 Espresso Martinis)
Gather your crew, skip the card surcharges, and kick off the weekend right! 🍻🍷🍸
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Address
505-507 City Road
South Melbourne, VIC
3205
To reach the City Road area in South Melbourne, you can take a tram to the corner of City Road and Clarendon Street. Alternatively, there are several bus stops along City Road itself.
If you are driving, there is usually street parking available on surrounding streets such as Bank Street, Dorcas Street or Ferrars Street. Additionally, there is a car park on Clarendon Street that offers free parking for 2 hours. Please note that parking restrictions may apply during peak periods.
Once you arrive at City Road, walk along the road until you reach your destination on the left-hand side.
Opening Hours
| Wednesday |
11:45am - 11pm |
| Thursday |
11:45am - 11pm |
| Friday |
11:45am - 11pm |
| Saturday |
11:45am - 11pm |
| Sunday |
11:45am - 11pm |
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What people say
The Palace Hotel South Melbourne is a must-visit for anyone looking for a traditional local pub experience. With its cozy fireplaces, beer garden, and pool table, this pub offers the perfect ambiance for a night out with friends or family. The culinary team, Rambo Jambo and the warriors, serve up delicious pub grub and daily food specials that are sure to satisfy any appetite. The craft beer selection is also impressive, making it a great spot for beer enthusiasts.
Sports fans will appreciate the Fox Footy and Fox Sports channels available at The Palace Hotel South Melbourne. UFC events are also shown live, adding to the excitement of this lively pub. For those looking to host private functions, there are function spaces available as well.
One of the unique features of The Palace Hotel South Melbourne is its dog-friendly policy. This makes it an ideal spot for pet owners who want to enjoy a night out without leaving their furry friends behind.
Overall, The Palace Hotel South Melbourne offers everything you could want in a local pub - great food and drinks, sports entertainment, friendly staff, and a welcoming atmosphere. It's no wonder why it has become such a popular spot since opening in 2013.
