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07/06/2026
Snippet of Sat night with Rebel Blonde. Epic night! Cocktails & shots were flowing, happy patrons enjoying dinner. Party vibe, the walls & floors were shakin! We celebrated Nellies birthday 🎈🎈
Feeling dusty today? Join us for delish food & Spicy Cosmo Cocktails, that should do the trick!
Dinner Specials, Kings Birthday Eve Party with Red Rattla kickin off from 7 - Spend your Sunday with us!
06/06/2026
Saturday Night Party Vibes with Rebel Blonde. Dance the night away sipping Cocktails
06/06/2026
Rebel Blonde debut at The Acorn, electric vibes & awesome live music
06/06/2026
Party time with Rebel Blonde ready to rock YOU! & The Acorn
Jump on the dance floor & show us your dance moves
05/06/2026
05/06/2026
Let’s rock The Acorn with Rockin it out
05/06/2026
kickin off the 👑Birthday Long Weekend with awesome live music & cool vibes
05/06/2026
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05/06/2026
04/06/2026
Tonight we had the pleasure of hosting The Basin Football & Netball Club Womens, Vets & families .
Wonderful seeing you all as always, thank you again for your ongoing support.
Best wishes to you all - Tony, Anne-Marie & The Team at The Acorn ❤️💚🐻
03/06/2026
👑Kings Birthday Long Weekend
⭐️Live Music Vibes
Tonight Standing Room Only 815pm
Sat Rebel Blonde 830pm
Sun 👑Kings Birthday Eve Party 🎈 with
Red Rattla 7pm
Bring your friends, your dance moves & plenty of energy.
Book for dinner https://www.theacorn.com.au/
T: 03 9762 8668
No cover charge
03/06/2026
⭐️Weekly Specials - Spicy Cosmo Cocktail & a Strawberry & Raspberry Tart 🌸
03/06/2026
Thank you Matt Montrose Meats & Smokehouse for putting on a delicious meal for our Montrose D-Men Coterie Group gathering tonight. Very much appreciated Cheers Tony Montrose Football Netball Club
02/06/2026
Sunday Roast Lunch - Comforting and cosy like a big warm hug
Visit: https://www.theacorn.com.au/
to make a booking T: 03 9762 8668
02/06/2026
We are thrilled to have secured Rebel Blonde debut Sat Night The Acorn Bar & Restaurant 8.30 till late - Robbi Zana & the boys will be rockin out 3 sets of rock classics done the right way with high energy & attitude. Do not miss this!
02/06/2026
WEEKLY SPECIALS
Spicy Cosmo Cocktail
It’s the perfect balance of sweet, sour & heat and oh so drinkable!
Strawberry & Raspberry Tart
The perfect match & full of deliciousness!
01/06/2026
👑Kings Birthday Eve Party 🎈with Red Rattla kickin off from 7pm Sun 7 June.
Gather the crew and come party with us 🎈Free entry
01/06/2026
Happiest of birthdays to my good mate Maca, have a wonderful day champ. Thanks for celebrating your birthday with your beautiful family at The Acorn. Best wishes always Tony & The Acorn Team 🩵
31/05/2026
Best mate travelling around & now living his best life in Ireland sporting his Acorn Tee! Thanks for your support mate 🍺😀
Love to you all
31/05/2026
60th Birthday Celebration calls for cheeky shots!
31/05/2026
Relax and unwind with us
30/05/2026
Celebrating Tracey’s 60th Birthday Party with those nearest and dearest. We truly hope you have the most amazing night with beautiful memories. Thank you for everything that you do for us at The Acorn Bar & Restaurant. Love & best wishes from your Acorn family 💕🌸💕🌸💕🌸 It’s been an honour to host your milestone birthday - Thank you, Tony & Anne-Marie 💕
30/05/2026
Saturday Night Party Vibes with .it.rocks rockin YOU! &
30/05/2026
.it.rocks are in the house! It’s going to be a massive night of rockin live music ! Get on the dance floor & show us your dance moves
Address
375 Forest Road
The Basin, VIC
3154
To get to Forest Road in Melbourne, you can take the public transportation options of either the Tram Route 75 or Bus Route 767. Both have stops close to Forest Road.
If you prefer driving, Forest Road is accessible from Canterbury Road if you're coming from the east and High Street if you're coming from the west. There are a few parking spots available along Forest Road, but it's best to arrive early as they fill up quickly. Additionally, there are some paid parking lots nearby where you can park your car.
Opening Hours
| Wednesday |
5pm - 10pm |
| Thursday |
4pm - 10pm |
| Friday |
4pm - 11pm |
| Saturday |
4:30pm - 11pm |
| Sunday |
12pm - 10pm |
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What people say
The Acorn Bar & Restaurant, located on Forest Road in The Basin, is a hidden gem that offers a cosy and relaxed atmosphere. This small bar and restaurant has recently been renovated and now boasts a British feel that adds to its charm. The venue is perfect for little get-togethers, office functions, wedding receptions, wakes and more.
The friendly staff, led by Venue Manager Lisa and host Tony Eastwood, ensure that every visit to The Acorn Bar & Restaurant is both pleasurable and memorable. Guests can enjoy live bands every Friday, Saturday and Sunday while sipping on drinks from the fully licensed bar. Additionally, there are dinner specials each Thursday night and trivia on the first Thursday of each month.
The Acorn Bar & Restaurant also features a lounge area where guests can relax while enjoying the warmth of an open fire or catch a glorious sunset from the balcony. With its prime location at the foot of the majestic Dandenong Ranges, The Acorn Bar & Restaurant is definitely worth a visit for anyone looking for a cosy spot to unwind with friends or family.
