Restaurant
Mount Erica Hotel
420 High St, Prahran VIC 3181, Australia
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420 High St, Prahran VIC 3181, Australia
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Right off tram stop 35, Mount Erica Hotel pairs Prahran history with sharp, restaurant-level gastropub cooking. Established in 1853 and polished by the Marquis of Lorne team, the room delivers a lively energy anchored by an open winter hearth, a buzzing front bar, and an airy courtyard. Locals pack the tables for mid-week steak nights with crunchy chips, rich lamb rump alongside pepper purée and fondant potato, or golden chicken schnitzel crowned with buffalo mozzarella and horseradish slaw. Cold, clean local craft beers flow steadily through the taps into frosty glasses.
- Elevated pub fare: Crisp chicken schnitzel paired with horseradish slaw, tender lamb rump with fondant potato, and a disciplined Tuesday steak special served with bernaise.
- Historic, multi-zoned space: Sprawling 1853 establishment featuring an open indoor fireplace, a buzzing traditional front bar, full dining service, and an outdoor courtyard.
- Proper craft taps: Disciplined tap rotation pouring cold, crisp local craft brews alongside focused by-the-glass wines.
- Composed hospitality: Unflappable floor staff handling heaving crowds, special dietary requests, and private upstairs gatherings with genuine ease.
What's On at Mount Erica Hotel
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
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Why Choose Mount Erica Hotel
Discover why diners choose Mount Erica Hotel for refined dining, mid-week rituals, and milestone functions.
Restaurant-Quality Gastropub Fare
The kitchen delivers dishes like flash-fried calamari, lamb rump with fondant potato, and seafood pasta that rival high-end dining rooms while maintaining relaxed pub hospitality.
It’s rare to find a neighborhood pub that delivers restaurant-quality food across the entire menu while keeping that relaxed, cozy atmosphere.
Alex Lim Distinct Multi-Zoned Spaces
Patrons can choose between a lively front public bar, a full-service dining room, and an open outdoor beer garden depending on the occasion.
good options for seating - in the restaurant, beer garden or front bar/pub which all have different vibes.
Aimee S Seamless Milestone Functions
A dedicated private upstairs function room combined with coordinated event managers and banquet dishes makes group celebrations seamless and festive.
Last night, we had an absolutely phenomenal experience celebrating my partner's 30th birthday in their stunning function space.
Jaira Tagle Dedicated Private Corporate Celebrations
With dedicated floor staff orchestrating large parties and private dining rooms, organizers can host corporate dinners and gatherings without friction.
From the moment we arrived, we were greeted to a perfectly prepared private room and very welcoming staff.
George Slavchev Dependable Mid-Week Steak Traditions
The Tuesday steak special offers perfectly cooked sirloin with chips, slaw, and house sauces with full table service.
Went for Tuesday steak night $26 a it did not disappoint. Service was friendly, quick and the Medium rare steak was cooked perfectly.
Russell Cairns Relaxed Sunday Lunch Gatherings
Gathering for the signature Sunday roast paired with great beers and wine offers a comforting weekend pub ritual.
The perfect suburban pub for a relaxed Sunday lunch with friends. The staff were so friendly, efficient and attentive and the food was exceptional.
Miss Marone
Most popular items
Signature gastropub mains and celebrated weekly specials
Tuesday steak night sirloin
I had one of the best Tuesday steak (Sirloin) nights in Melbourne at Mount Eric Hotel. I ordered a medium-rare steak, and it was cooked exactly how I wanted—crispy on the outside and perfectly medium-rare inside.
Vahid Shahani Sunday roast
Had an amazing lamb roast at Mount Erica Hotel! The food was absolutely delicious, perfectly cooked, full of flavour, and generous portions.
Louise Stannard Lamb rump
Lamb rump (not a special) was perfectly cooked, maybe smallish but we are big eaters and should have ordered more.
Amber Harrison Schnitzel
schnitzel golden, unapologetic paired with a horseradish slaw that brought everything into focus.
Stephen Pinter
Other favorites
Starters, seafood pasta, and desserts to complete your meal
Flash fried calamari
Flash fried calamari tender, crisp, spice and lemon cutting clean through.
Stephen Pinter Leek & Gruyère Croquettes
From the starters, the Leek & Gruyère Croquettes were my favourite — they were packing so much flavour.
George Slavchev Seafood pasta with prawns
For the main, I had the seafood pasta with prawns, and it was stunning—rich in flavor, perfectly cooked, and packed with fresh, high-quality seafood.
Alex Lim Chocolate Mouse
The dessert was insane — Chocolate Mouse. It was perfect and not too rich.
George Slavchev
Beyond the menu
Memorable details and hospitality gestures that elevate the pub experience.
Attentive Health Care on the Floor
When a guest was quietly experiencing health issues, floor staff proactively brought a cold towel and regularly checked in without prompting, putting them entirely at ease.
Proactive Table Relocation for Comfort
On a busy evening, staff proactively coordinated to relocate diners away from the open fireplace to a quieter, more comfortable area of the dining room with genuine care.
Silver Pourer Sauce Presentation
The mid-week steak ritual is served with silver sauce pourers alongside crispy chips and slaw under attentive full table service that avoids rush.
Dog-Friendly Front Bar Hospitality
The front bar space warmly accommodates local patrons dining and drinking alongside their four-legged companions.
Before you head over
Practical advice on reservations, seating zones, and dining room comfort
Book Early for Peak Nights
Popular services like Tuesday steak night and Monday dinner pack out quickly; reserve ahead online to secure a table without missing out.
Pick Your Seating Zone
Choose between the energetic front bar, full table-service dining room, or outdoor garden depending on your desired noise and ordering style.
Mind Fireplace Proximity
The dining room fireplace burns warm in cooler weather, so request seating slightly further away if you prefer a cooler setting.
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