Restaurant
Criterion Hotel
1 Belmore St, Yarrawonga VIC 3730, Australia
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1 Belmore St, Yarrawonga VIC 3730, Australia
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Lakeside pub sessions at the Cri hit that easy sweet spot where parents unwind over cold tap beers while kids tackle the steep playground slides. Perched on the water in Yarrawonga, the venue runs on breezy open-air dining—pairing sunlit deck views with misting fans to take the edge off warm afternoons. The kitchen keeps pace with counter classics and modern dietary twists, turning out hefty chicken parmis, gluten-free burgers, and vegetarian eggplant parmas alongside plates of mushroom bruschetta and Jam Roly Poly cocktails.
- Family-Friendly Playground: A dedicated on-site playground with steep slides keeps children occupied steps from the outdoor dining tables.
- Lakeside Deck & Mist Cooling: Shaded outdoor seating overlooks the water, equipped with cooling mist fans for hot days.
- Dietary-Inclusive Pub Classics: The menu backs classic chicken parmis and wood-fired pizzas with gluten-free burgers and plant-based eggplant parmas.
What's On at Criterion Hotel
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
No events or specials listed right now.
Why Dine at Criterion Hotel
Why locals and visitors choose Criterion Hotel for relaxed lakeside dining and effortless family meals.
Unhurried Dining for Parents
The dedicated outdoor playground keeps children engaged and entertained, allowing parents to unwind and eat at an easy pace.
Kids play area kept the young ones out of our hair for the entire session.
Jason Novotny Relaxing Lakeview Atmosphere
Lakeside open-air seating paired with gentle cooling breezes creates an ideal setting to slow down and unwind over drinks.
Stopped for a snack and drink , lovely deck with water fans to cool you down. Enjoyed the view and the cocktail.
Didee Lakeside Deck Drinks & Dining
The rear outdoor deck provides panoramic open-water lake views alongside refreshing tap beers and seasonal drinks.
Good range of beers, fantastic food and great view over the lake from the rear deck.
Simon Lucas Mist-Cooled Waterfront Terrace
The outdoor seating area features cooling mist systems and water fans to keep guests comfortable even during high summer heat.
mist to combat the high heat while you gaze out at the river
Max Integrated On-Site Kids Playground
A built-in playground with slides sits adjacent to dining areas, letting families enjoy a complete outing with children occupied nearby.
Playground with very steep slides. Kids loved it.
Kaleena Pont Convenient Family Gatherings
Extensive outdoor deck and indoor dining options cater seamlessly to multi-generational family get-togethers and casual gatherings.
Had a fantastic family dinner at the Criterion last night!
Amy Coote
Most popular items
Top pub classics and dietary-inclusive favourites
Eggplant Parma
Best eggplant parmi in yarrawonga.
Elizabeth Ornsby Chicken Parma
Our chicken parmas and chicken giros bowl were very tasty
AnStan No Chook Parma
Was so excited to find the No Chook Parma, it was delicious.
Jessikah N Margherita Pizza
the classic Margherita pizza was excellent.
AnStan
Other favorites
Starters, specialty drinks, and desserts to complement your visit
Fried Chicken
Food was really good, fried chicken was some of the best I've had.
Jason Novotny Jam Roly Poly
great cocktails, in particular the Jam Roly Poly!!
Jessikah N Mushroom Bruschetta
I loved the mushroom bruschetta and wine is well priced.
Jessica Cheese Cake
I followed it up with a cheese cake.
aaron paul
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a kids' playground on-site?
Yes. The pub features an outdoor children's playground with slides, making it easy for kids to stay entertained while families dine on the deck.
How do you order food and drinks?
You can order directly from the bar or use table-side QR code ordering (such as Mr Yum) from your table.
Is there outdoor seating with lake views?
Yes. The pub offers an outdoor deck overlooking the lake, complete with water mist fans to help keep cool on hot days, as well as indoor air-conditioned seating.
Are there vegetarian or gluten-free options?
Yes. The menu includes vegetarian and plant-based dishes such as the No Chook Parma and eggplant parma, along with gluten-free options like burgers.
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