Restaurant
Canecutters Bar
41 Toorak Rd, South Yarra VIC 3141, Australia
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41 Toorak Rd, South Yarra VIC 3141, Australia
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Book NowAbout Canecutters Bar
Skip Toorak Road’s polished cocktail lounges—Canecutters Bar gives South Yarra an easygoing pub counter with zero fuss. Dogs wander right in while regulars stake out the leafy back beer garden or head upstairs for pool. Cold taps rotate constantly alongside chilled tinnies and honest pours of wine. From the pass, orders invariably gravitate toward the buffalo chicken sandwich piled high with hand-cut chips.
- Unpretentious Pub Atmosphere: Features a beer garden courtyard out back and an upstairs pool table, offering a relaxed alternative to Toorak Road's formal lounges.
- Acclaimed Chicken Sandwich: Orders center on the celebrated fried chicken sandwich and seasoned chips, complemented by rotating craft beer taps.
- Dog-Friendly Hospitality: Dogs are welcomed alongside patrons for afternoon courtyard drinks and evening sessions.
What's On at Canecutters Bar
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
No events or specials listed right now.
Why Canecutters Bar Stands Out on Toorak Road
South Yarra's unpretentious haven for cold craft beers, legendary fried chicken burgers, and pet-friendly hangouts—book a table now to secure your spot.
Low-Key Social Atmosphere
Ditch the formal cocktail lounges of Toorak Road for a cozy, unpretentious neighbourhood pub purpose-built for kicking back with friends over cold schooners.
Honestly a vibe for catching up with mates over a beer.
Nick the Greek Zero-Pretension Local Vibe
Canecutters provides an antidote to high-gloss South Yarra venues, pairing down-to-earth neighborhood warmth with genuine, welcoming service.
Such an un-south-yarra vibe, very surprising on Toorak Rd of all places.
Rosie T Pet-Friendly Drink Sessions
Patrons can bring their four-legged friends along without hassle, making it a reliable neighborhood go-to for relaxed weekend drinking.
It is always one of our choices when we want to grab drinks with our dog.
Durdashi Nemchand Dog-Welcoming Setting
Whether calling in during an afternoon dog walk or meeting mates for an evening round, pets are welcomed with genuine hospitality.
Dogs allowed which is great.
Marie Johnson Acclaimed Chicken Burgers
The kitchen elevates classic pub grub with standout loaded fries and a celebrated crispy chicken burger that earns unanimous praise.
Best chicken burger I’ve ever eaten, accompanied by a relaxed friendly atmosphere
Sarah Lake Rotating Craft Beers & Tinnies
A curated, ever-changing board of craft beers on tap and refrigerated tinnies ensures dedicated beer lovers always have something new to try.
great selection of (rotating) beers on tap and tinnies
Nathan Croft
Most popular items
The most celebrated comfort food and classic pours praised by local patrons.
Chicken Burger
Best chicken burger I’ve ever eaten
Sarah Lake Loaded Fries
love the chicken burger, mushroom burger and the loaded fries!!!
Marie Johnson Chimichurri Mushroom Sandwich
the chimichurri mushroom sandwich is UNREAL!!!
E D Guinness
A great place for a Guinness!
David Henry
Before you head over
Practical guidance for planning your visit to South Yarra's low-key local pub.
Manage Acoustics in the Courtyard
The main bar room can pick up noticeable acoustic volume when crowded. For a more relaxed conversation, head out to the rear beer garden courtyard or head upstairs by the pool table.
Bring Your Dog Along
Patrons consistently bring four-legged companions along; the venue warmly accommodates dogs across casual afternoon drinks and dining sessions.
Check Rotating Taps and Book Ahead
With rotating craft taps and a focused menu that regularly changes up, popular kitchen staples like the chicken burger move fast. Book your table in advance to secure your spot for dinner and pints.
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