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Rochester Castle Hotel

202-204 Johnston St, Fitzroy VIC 3065, Australia

Recommended by 20 people

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Find Rochester Castle Hotel

202-204 Johnston St, Fitzroy VIC 3065, Australia

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+61 484 130 903
HoursMonday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM Tuesday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM Wednesday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM Thursday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM Friday: 12:00 PM – 1:00 AM Saturday: 12:00 PM – 1:00 AM Sunday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Rochester Castle Hotel

Right on Johnston Street, this inner-north corner fixture pairs classic counter-meal comfort with an adventurous kitchen rhythm. Most locals drop in for Sunday knock-offs or a quiet corner in the leafy beer garden, pints in hand while dogs doze beneath the benches. Inside, vintage wood and crackling fireplaces frame a menu that refuses standard pub predictability. Thursday brings a char-grilled $22 steak plate heaped with fries, green butter, and a punchy radicchio salad, while Monday draws crowds for generous chicken parmas stacked alongside house jalapeño jam. When you'd rather not think, hand the table over to the chef's surprise 'Shut up and Feed Me' tasting run. Up top, the Green Room quietly hosts weddings and milestone bashes, complete with late-night dancefloor flips while cold beers keep flowing below.

  • Value Weeknight Specials: Weekly deals feature a $22 Thursday char-grilled steak with fries, alongside Monday chicken parmas paired with house jalapeño jam.
  • 'Shut Up and Feed Me' Menu: A surprise multi-course tasting experience that hands dinner choices entirely over to the kitchen, easily accommodating dietaries.
  • Leafy Dog-Friendly Beer Garden: A sun-and-shade courtyard welcoming dogs, cold craft pints, and relaxed outdoor afternoon sessions.
  • The Upstairs Green Room: A dedicated upstairs event space hosting weddings and parties with custom catering and full evening room flips.
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Key Advantages of Rochester Castle Hotel

Why locals and event hosts choose Rochester Castle Hotel in Fitzroy

  • Dedicated Private Event Hosting in The Green Room

    Host private wedding receptions or milestone celebrations in The Green Room, featuring dedicated event managers, customized menus, and smooth room flips for dancing.

    We held our wedding reception in the upstairs Green Room function space at the Rochey last weekend. Ethan, the venue manager, was an absolute legend and organised everything for us in a really short turnaround!

    Hamish Rayner

  • Consistent Weeknight Dinner Specials

    Enjoy high-value pub staples throughout the week, including generous $22 Thursday steak nights with sides and $25 Monday parma and pot deals.

    For $22 you get a nice steak with fries and salad, simple, but delicious and cooked well, with a nice char.

    Amilliah

  • Stress-Free Event Planning

    Organizers can relax knowing venue coordinators and kitchen staff handle dietary requests and last-minute setup details seamlessly.

    He made sure the day ran so smoothly and I didn’t have to worry about a thing. I even had some last minute changes, which he handled quickly and efficiently.

    Litecia Gyde

  • Welcoming Neighborhood Hospitality

    Guests experience warm, attentive hospitality from the team and ownership, creating a comfortable neighborhood local atmosphere.

    What a great pub, when I arrived I was welcomed by friendly and bubbly staff who made me feel like a vip !

    james menzies

  • Chef-Curated 'Shut Up and Feed Me' Feast

    Leave ordering to the kitchen with the communal 'Shut up and Feed Me' surprise feast, offering a generous multi-course spread tailored to dietary preferences.

    Blindly go with the 'Shut up and feed me' option. You will be amazed by the quantity and taste.

    Jay Jay

  • Vibrant Entertainment and Live Music

    Enjoy live bands, weekly trivia, and pool in an energetic pub setting that keeps the atmosphere lively and engaging.

    There are bands and live music which is good and keeps the place hopping.

    Debi Slinger

Signature dishes and beloved specials that keep locals returning

  • Steak

    the steak was amazing. It cost only $22, which is much cheaper than many other places.

    Sustainable Shine

  • Chicken parma

    This chicken parma blew me away. It was absolutely fresh, crispy, and homemade w luurve

    Timinmelbourne

  • Shut up and Feed Me

    Highly recommend the 'Shut up and Feed Me' option on the menu - it's surprising and very tasty.

    Debi Slinger

  • Sunday roast

    The Sunday roast was immaculate, staff were so much fun, and the space is super groovy.

    Amy Robertson

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful service touches and custom hospitality details experienced at Rochester Castle Hotel.

  • Post-Dinner Dance Floor Room Flip

    For wedding receptions in the Green Room, staff seamlessly transition the space from seated dining tables into an open dance floor for the later part of the evening.

  • Bespoke Spirit Sourcing for Functions

    The team accommodates custom beverage requests for milestone celebrations, including specifically sourcing and stocking the groom's favourite whiskey behind the bar.

  • Curated 'Shut up and Feed Me' Experience

    The kitchen offers a surprise multi-course tasting experience where diners hand over decisions to the chef, complete with proactive checks and adaptations for dietary constraints.

  • No-Charge Side Customisations

    Guests ordering weekday specials can customise their sides without extra cost, including substituting sweet potato fries at no additional charge.

Before you head over

Helpful tips on parking, weekly menu specials, and tasting options for your visit.

  • Target Weeknight Food Deals

    Take advantage of recurring weeknight deals like Thursday steak night and Monday parma and pot specials for a solid, high-value pub meal.

  • Plan Side-Street Parking Early

    Street parking across Fitzroy and Collingwood can be tight, so allow extra time to circle side streets or consider public transit.

  • Specify Heat Levels on Tasting Menus

    The chef-led tasting accommodates dietary restrictions, but flag spice tolerances upfront as dishes can carry a noticeable chili kick.

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