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17/08/2026
Make your Tuesday something to look forward to at the Palace Hotel Port Melbourne! 🥧
Treat yourself to our renowned Lamb & Shiraz Pie for $25—featuring tender lamb slow-cooked in a rich shiraz sauce, wrapped in golden, flaky pastry, and served with crispy chips and a fresh garden salad.
All-Day Specials:
Lunches from $18.5
$13 Pints all day!
Happy Hour from 4 PM to 6 PM
Grab a table and join us today! 🍻
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16/08/2026
Soak up the winter rays at the Palace Hotel! ☀️
Looking for the ultimate spot to enjoy great food and drinks in the sunshine?
Our Pottery Shed is fully kitted out with shade and heaters, making it the perfect cozy retreat to catch some winter warmth.
Bring the whole family along and settle in for a fantastic afternoon:
🍖 Hearty Roasts: Warm up with a delicious traditional roast.
🍺 Drink Specials: Grab an icy-cold pint for just $13.
🎶 Live Entertainment: Enjoy live music from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM.
👪Kids Eat Free (T&C) Apply.
15/08/2026
Dinner plans? Sorted! 🍔✨
Say goodbye to cooking stress and hello to family night out at the Palace Hotel South Melbourne.
Bring the whole crew down because Kids Eat Free*!
* Parma, Schnitzel & Kids Roast not included in kids eat free promo, kids must be 16 years or younger
Treat the little ones to their favourites while you kick back with a well-deserved meal and a drink.
🗓️ Saturday & Sunday
📍 Palace Hotel South Melbourne
👉 Book your table via the link in our bio
14/08/2026
JAPAN V WALLABIES — LIVE & LOUD 🏉
Saturday afternoon rugby at a proper pub. What more could you ask for?
We’re showing all the action live on the big screens with $13 PINTS flowing through the match! 🍻
📅 Sat 15 Aug
⏰ 3:00 PM Kick-Off
Tag your crew and get down early to grab the best seat in the house! 👇
13/08/2026
Winner winner, meat tray dinner! 🥩🏆
Heading out in South or Port Melb tonight? Drop in for your chance to win 1 of 2 Meat Trays, plus enjoy our Friday Happy Hour from 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM!
✨ $10 House Drinks & Spirits
✨ $12.50 Pints
✨ $13 Aperol Spritz & $16 Espresso Martinis
See you at the bar! 🍻
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10/08/2026
Tuesdays just got a whole lot warmer. 🥧🔥
Midweek comfort food doesn't get better than our $25 Pie Night! Dig into our renowned Lamb & Shiraz Pie—tender lamb slow-cooked in a rich shiraz sauce, wrapped in golden, flaky pastry, and served with crispy chips, fresh garden salad, and plenty of gravy.
Pair it with a glass of red, pull up a seat near the fire, and let us handle dinner tonight. 🍷✨
10/08/2026
Happy Hour is locked in at the Palace Hotel, running every Tuesday to Friday!
Here’s what’s pouring:
🍷 $10 House Drinks
• House Sparkling, Shiraz, Rosé & Pinot Grigio
• House Spirits
🍹 Cocktail Specials
• $13 Aperol Spritz
• $16 Espresso Martini
🍺 $12.50 Pints
• Beer of the Month
• Guinness
• Stone & Wood
• Stella Artois
• Carlton Draught
• ###X Gold
• On Tap Cider
Tuesday to Thursday 4-6
Fridays Extends 4-6:30 🙌
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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.
