Restaurant
Bendigo Hotel Collingwood
125 Johnston St, Collingwood VIC 3066, Australia
Find Bendigo Hotel Collingwood
125 Johnston St, Collingwood VIC 3066, Australia
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A stalwart of Johnston Street, this Collingwood dive serves up loud punk and metal gigs alongside cold craft pints. Skulls and skateboards line the walls, giving the band room an unpolished, high-octane edge. Regulars drop by the front room for a game of pool, while pups wander freely from the bar to the outdoor courtyard. Between live sets, crowds step outside into the beer garden with a crisp hazy IPA in hand.
- Heavy live music: A loud, dedicated band room hosts local heavy, punk, and metal bands alongside touring rock acts.
- Dog-friendly inside & out: Four-legged companions are welcome both inside across the bar and outside in the beer garden.
- Backyard beer garden: Cold craft brews on tap and in the fridge pair with a sunny, courtyard beer garden.
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Key Advantages
Why live music fans, locals, and dog owners choose Bendigo Hotel
Dedicated Live Heavy Music Band Room
The dedicated band room features quality acoustic production and an unpretentious setting tailored for local metal, punk, and rock shows.
The band room is spacious, and has nice acoustics.
Matt Schenkel Authentic Punk & Rock Atmosphere
Decorated with skateboards, tour posters, and skulls, the venue maintains an authentic dive rock environment across multiple rooms.
Decor is punk/metal with lots of skulls, skeletons and skateboards hanging up
Tankin Dog-Friendly Inside and Out
Patrons are welcome to bring dogs along both in the outdoor beer garden and inside the venue.
great place to take your dog, dog friendly inside and out
Jacqui Sacco Fresh Craft Beer on Tap
The bar serves quality craft beers on tap alongside a relaxed outdoor courtyard space for drinking and catching up.
tap beer by The Mill brewery was fresh and cold, especially love the Kicker IPA
Charlie Good Safe & Protective Door Staff
Thoughtful and attentive door staff actively look out for solo patrons and ensure people get home safely.
as a solo-gig go-er who is femme and petite he really prioritised comfort and safety
Lauren Asten-Smith Warm & Welcoming Hospitality
Front-of-house staff welcome guests warmly from the moment they step into the venue.
Bar staff emanate the same warmth that this local gem is filled with through natural light, age and decor.
Hayley Kennedy
Most popular items
Classic pub meals and cold craft beers enjoyed during gigs and courtyard catch-ups
Chicken burger
the chicken burger is literally the best I’ve ever had
Benjamin Ellis Kicker IPA
tap beer by The Mill brewery was fresh and cold, especially love the Kicker IPA
Charlie Good House skull beer
house skull beer was good
Morgan Poznansky Steak with mash and peas
Steak is good with mash and peas
Wineboyo
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I bring my dog?
Yes, dogs are welcome both inside the pub and out in the beer garden courtyard.
Can I book a table in advance?
Yes, the venue accepts table bookings, and staff can return missed calls to confirm reservations.
What style of live music and atmosphere can I expect?
Expect a dedicated punk and metal venue featuring regular live gigs, band room shows, tribute acts, and a dive rock-and-roll atmosphere with skate and skull decor.
Is there an outdoor beer garden?
The pub features a beer garden courtyard with outdoor seating, though patrons note it can feel tight and loud during busy sessions.
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