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Moon Dog World

32 Chifley Dr, Preston VIC 3072, Australia

Recommended by 56 people

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32 Chifley Dr, Preston VIC 3072, Australia

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+61 3 9428 2307
HoursMonday: 4:30 – 9:30 PM Tuesday: 4:30 – 9:30 PM Wednesday: 4:30 – 10:30 PM Thursday: 4:30 – 10:30 PM Friday: 11:30 AM – 11:00 PM Saturday: 11:30 AM – 11:00 PM Sunday: 11:30 AM – 9:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Moon Dog World

Tucked down a quiet Preston street, this sprawling warehouse brewhouse centers around a massive indoor lagoon. The room balances tropical holiday escapism with industrial scale—complete with an indoor playground, arcade machines, and a retractable roof for shifting Melbourne skies. Regulars swear by the buffalo chicken ribs, smoked hummus, and the signature Beeramisu, while long tables fill with pints of fresh house IPA alongside generous plates of tacos and burgers. Parents settle in over a Sunday sesh while kids tackle the playground, followed by slices of balsamic roasted beetroot and cold beer fresh off the taps.

  • Lagoon Brewhouse Setting: A massive industrial brewhouse anchored by an indoor lagoon, tropical decor, and a weather-adaptive roof.
  • Integrated Play Spaces: Equipped with an indoor playground, arcade games, and photo booth suited for family catch-ups and milestone parties.
  • Hearty Pub Plates: Features generous pub plates like buffalo chicken ribs, smoked hummus, and a signature Beeramisu dessert.
  • Fresh Tap Lineup: A broad tap lineup spanning IPAs and fresh seasonal beers alongside slushies and cocktail options.
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What's On at Moon Dog World

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Why Choose Moon Dog World

Discover how Moon Dog World pairs brewery culture with family-ready play, lagoon aesthetics, and effortless event hosting.

  • Integrated Kids Play and Entertainment

    Moon Dog World integrates an indoor playground, free pinball on Mondays, and interactive entertainment so kids remain actively occupied during long visits.

    my young boys loved the playground and the free pinballs on the Monday!

    Fabiana Kantzavelos

  • Frictionless Event Coordination

    Dedicated event coordinators, custom canape selections, and private areas like the top deck make hosting milestone group celebrations seamless.

    We all had a great time and everything was wonderful. I would like to thank Phoebe and Shioban to arrange the event

    nadz

  • Parental Peace of Mind

    Enclosed play spaces keep children thoroughly and safely entertained so adults can sit back and catch up without constant management.

    Arlia was occupied the entire time which meant I could sit down and have uninterrupted conversations with my family, what a luxury!

    unfilteredmama | girl mum🎀

  • Host Confidence and Ease

    Comprehensive event support and attentive service allow party hosts to completely relax and enjoy their own celebrations.

    Definitely a top-tier spot if you want to host an event where you can relax while the staff nail the execution.

    Leo Chambers

  • Immersive Lagoon Atmosphere

    A vast converted warehouse setting featuring an indoor lagoon, tropical decor, and DJ music creates an immersive island getaway vibe inside a brewery.

    The atmosphere inside is great with the lagoon and water features, the low lighting and DJ playing music thats just loud enough to still hear conversation.

    Lisa O'Halloran

  • Playful Social Features

    Adult-friendly additions like a giant slide, on-site photo booth, and interactive trivia nights bring playful novelty to casual outings.

    There’s a Photo Booth machine inside so you can take plenty of photos with friends! And there’s a huge slide that adults can go down!

    Lilly Frigo

Popular food and drink selections praised by guests

  • Buffalo chicken ribs

    Charucterie board is always good for meat lovers.

    Persephone Wan

  • Beeramisu

    must have dessert of Beeramisu

    Persephone Wan

  • vegan parmi

    They have the best vegan parmi ever !!

    Elsa B

  • pulled pork tacos

    we shared the pulled pork tacos and chips and they were perfected cooked and seasoned

    Jane Levinson

Beyond the menu

Distinctive guest amenities and experiential touches across the venue

  • Interactive Photo Booth Machine

    Visitors can make use of an on-site photo booth machine to snap candid celebration photos with groups and family during functions.

  • Full-Sized Adult Slide

    The venue features a dedicated indoor slide engineered for adults as well as kids during gatherings and work parties.

  • Complimentary Monday Pinball

    Guests can enjoy free access to retro pinball arcade machines on selected nights like Mondays.

  • Family Sunday Perks & Petting Zoo

    Sundays include family perks such as half-priced children's meals alongside organized activities like pop-up petting zoos.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you order food and drinks?

You can order food and drinks directly from your table by scanning a QR code, or head up to the bar to order. Bar queues can take a few minutes during peak times.

Is it family-friendly for children?

Yes, Moon Dog World is very welcoming for families, featuring an indoor playground, an arcade setup, and a photo booth for entertainment. Note that the play area is indoors and compact.

Do you need to book a table in advance?

Bookings are accepted and recommended if you are visiting with larger groups, especially on busy weekend afternoons, though walk-ins can sometimes find tables.

Where should visitors park?

Dedicated parking is available in a lot behind the venue, which is recommended as the front street area has parking restrictions. Free street parking is also available nearby.

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