Restaurant
Limerick Castle Hotel
161 Errol St, North Melbourne VIC 3051, Australia
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161 Errol St, North Melbourne VIC 3051, Australia
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Limerick Castle Hotel is a rare, unpretentious slice of Melbourne pub heritage serving ice-cold beer and serious comfort food without flashy gimmicks. Footy posters line the walls, screens broadcast the match, and the front bar keeps its classic TAB betting setup—without a single poker machine in sight. Regulars drop by for cold VBs poured by Mick and the team, knowing full well not to bother asking for fancy cocktails or craft taps. The kitchen turns out Easy’s burgers alongside traditional counter meals, from parmas to an Irish spice bag. Diners crowd in for the Oklahoma smash burger paired with a hot basket of paprika-dusted fries.
- Old-School Pub Heritage: Vintage footy posters, live sports, and a traditional front-bar TAB keep the mid-century heritage alive with zero poker machines.
- Straightforward Drinks: Pours standard cold beers like VB with a strict, no-nonsense policy against craft beer and cocktails.
- Burgers & Pub Fare: The kitchen cooks Easy's burgers like the Oklahoma alongside hearty counter classics, spice bags, and paprika fries.
- Approachable Service: Mick and the front-of-house crew offer genuine, down-to-earth hospitality that treats newcomers like regulars.
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Why Visit Limerick Castle Hotel
Why patrons choose this North Melbourne staple for unpretentious pints, classic comfort food, and warm community
Classic Old-School Atmosphere
Limerick Castle Hotel maintains an authentic, soul-intact pub atmosphere with cold standard beers, footy on the screens, and an enduring sense of identity.
an authentic Melbourne pub that hasn’t lost it’s sense of self
Rigoniman Rigoni Unpretentious Local Identity
Patrons return for cold beer and a timeless neighborhood setting unburdened by gimmicks or flashy tourist trends.
Great traditional pub food, cold beer, no BS.
Kel Drewett Hearty Comfort Pub Fare
The kitchen delivers hearty pub staples, satisfying burgers, and standout Irish spice bags paired with traditional pints.
I had the Spice Bag and Guiness on special. Was very, very good. Great pub food.
Paul Rosado Straightforward Drink Program
The bar intentionally eschews craft taps and complex cocktail lists in favor of straightforward, well-priced drinks and unpretentious character.
"No craft beer no cocktails " it really give the place great character.
Tommy Lewis Welcoming Neighborhood Hospitality
Warm, attentive publicans and bartenders immediately make regulars and first-time guests feel integrated into the community.
Amazing staff they make ya feel like part of the whanau (family)
Cheryl Tessier Genuine Local Community
Visitors are embraced by local patrons who foster an inviting, conversational community environment.
Without exception I was made to feel at home.
John Robinson
Most popular items
Classic pub comfort food and hearty house favorites
Parma
Parma cooked fresh, not sat under heat lamps for hours going dry.
Brenden Spice Bag
Best spicebag we’ve had in Melbourne!
Phoebe Steak
the steak is great
Miranda Louisiana Fried Chicken Burger
The best burger and chips I've had in a long time. I had the Louisiana fried chicken burger. It had the perfect amount of spice.
Matthew Adams
Before you head over
Practical advice for visiting this classic, unpretentious North Melbourne local.
Stick to the Classic Pours
Come for straightforward classic tap beers and simple spirits—the venue maintains a clear stance of no craft beers and no cocktails.
Explore the Dual Pub Menu
Pair traditional parmas and steaks with the specialized burger lineup or the popular Irish spice bag served with curry sauce.
Choose Your Preferred Space
Head to the front bar if you enjoy wagering on race days, or settle into the beer garden or outdoor front perch for a quieter conversation.
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