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Napier Hotel

210 Napier St, Fitzroy VIC 3065, Australia

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210 Napier St, Fitzroy VIC 3065, Australia

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HoursMonday: 3:00 – 11:00 PM Tuesday: 3:00 – 11:00 PM Wednesday: 3:00 – 11:00 PM Thursday: 3:00 – 11:00 PM Friday: 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM Saturday: 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM Sunday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Napier Hotel

Napier Hotel pairs hearty heritage pub cooking with an unapologetic, old-school Fitzroy room. Fitzroy Lions memorabilia lines the walls, draft beers rotate through the taps, and an open fire cuts the winter chill. Regulars swear by the oversized Bogan burger, while the kitchen stakes its reputation on Australian game—turning out pepper-crusted kangaroo steaks and chicken parmas finished with smoked roo fillets. On the specials board, ambitious plates like lamb backstrap with dukka sit alongside honest Lancashire hotpots, rounded out with a sticky date pudding.

  • Game Meat & Classic Mains: Massive portions dominate the table, from the towering Bogan burger to pepper-crusted roo fillets and kangaroo-topped chicken parmas.
  • Heritage Fitzroy Character: A machine-free locals pub warmed by an open fireplace and decorated with historic Fitzroy Lions team jumpers.
  • Draft Beers & Front Bar: Rotating local taps and Guinness poured by a relaxed, welcoming bar crew without electronic distractions.

What's On at Napier Hotel

Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.

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Why Choose the Napier Hotel

Why locals and visitors seek out Fitzroy's iconic corner pub for honest meals and heritage warmth.

  • Signature Kangaroo Steaks and Roo-Topped Parmas

    The kitchen serves robust cuts like the pepper-crusted kangaroo fillet from the grill alongside inventive twists like smoked roo topping on traditional chicken parmas.

    I had the pepper-crusted roo steak from the grill, and my lord, it was just incredible.

    Neil Walker
  • Epic Servings and the Bogan Burger

    Napier's counter serves substantial pub fare, notably the towering Bogan Burger stacked high with schnitzel, steak, bacon, and classic trims for serious appetites.

    The portion was absolutely massive—the biggest main course I've had in Australia.

    Shane M.
  • Warm Open Fireplace Comfort

    Crackling open fireplaces warm the traditional brick interior through cold winter evenings, creating an unhurried, comfortable pub retreat.

    Very cosy in winter with the fire going.

    Georgie Alexander
  • Classic Fitzroy Football Heritage

    Historic walls display vintage Fitzroy Lions jerseys and unpretentious sporting memorabilia that celebrate the suburb's deep football roots.

    Fitzroy Lions memorabilia sits where it has always sat—unironic, uncurated, and entirely confident in its relevance.

    The Nihlistic Epicurean
  • Machine-Free Social Pub Atmosphere

    A genuine local gathering spot free of electronic gaming and pokie machines, keeping the focus entirely on beer, conversations, and food.

    What I loved most is that it's a genuine pub without any of the gambling machines you find elsewhere.

    Shane M.
  • Versatile Spaces for Casual Rounds

    Multiple casual rooms, fresh taps pouring local drafts and Guinness, and welcoming bar staff make relaxed group catch-ups easy.

    You can sit in the main dining room, the bar room, or the beer garden depending on your mood.

    Tom Manning

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you order food and daily specials?

Meals are ordered and paid for directly at the bar, where you provide your table or seating location. Special dishes are listed on the pub's daily specials board.

How large are the food portions?

Portions are notoriously massive and hearty, including oversized chicken and kangaroo parmas and the towering Bogan burger loaded with steak, schnitzel, bacon, and classic toppings.

Does the menu feature kangaroo dishes?

Yes. The pub prominently features kangaroo across its menu, including pepper-crusted kangaroo steaks and fillets from the grill, as well as a specialty parma topped with kangaroo meat.

Do you need a reservation to get a table?

The venue can get very busy on weekend evenings, but tables turn around relatively quickly. While walk-ins often find seating without an extensive wait, reservations are accepted if you prefer to book in advance.

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