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Surly's Bar & Garden

570 High St, Preston VIC 3072, Australia

Recommended by 26 people

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Find Surly's Bar & Garden

570 High St, Preston VIC 3072, Australia

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+61 3 8590 9053
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 4:00 – 11:00 PM Thursday: 4:00 – 11:00 PM Friday: 4:00 PM – 1:00 AM Saturday: 2:00 PM – 1:00 AM Sunday: 2:00 – 10:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Surly's Bar & Garden

Surly’s nails the low-key High Street local—craft taps, cozy corners, and zero fuss. Patrons gather over fresh pints and whiskey sours at conversational volumes, while pups sprawl out in the covered, heated courtyard out back. There is no in-house kitchen, but staff happily dish out plates and cutlery while you order delivery straight to your table from neighbouring pizza or curry spots.

  • Dog-Friendly Heated Garden: A covered back beer garden equipped with heaters and doggy water dishes welcomes pets in all weather.
  • BYO Food Friendly: Order takeout or delivery from neighbouring pizza or Indian spots directly to your table—staff even provide plates and cutlery.
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Why Choose Surly's Bar & Garden

Why locals choose Surly's for casual gatherings, BYO dining, and dog-friendly garden drinks

  • Outside Food Delivery Welcome

    Patrons can order meals from neighbouring restaurants and have dinner delivered directly into the bar while enjoying their drinks.

    No kitchen for food but help out with menu from the next door pizza place who deliver straight into the bar.

    Sophie Bogdis

  • Complete BYO Dinner Flexibility

    Guests are encouraged to bring their own takeaway meals to enjoy at the venue, with staff actively providing tableware when needed.

    You can BYO food and have it there.

    Sunny XQ Z

  • All-Weather Covered Pet Courtyard

    The sheltered courtyard accommodates dogs of every size, offering reliable protection in varying weather conditions.

    The covered courtyard that allows puppies of all sizes is also a huge bonus!

    Pete Kosztka

  • Heated Courtyard with Dog Amenities

    The outdoor courtyard space is heated and fully equipped with dedicated water bowls so pets remain comfortable year-round.

    Dog friendly beer garden with lots of doggy water dishes

    Erin Dybvig

  • Conversation-Friendly Music Levels

    Background music is carefully calibrated to ensure friends can converse comfortably without shouting over background noise.

    Music selection is generally pretty good and the volume is set so you can still chat with friends.

    Frankie Gumbo

  • Welcoming Atmosphere for Social Catch-Ups

    A welcoming, relaxed neighbourhood atmosphere that provides a comfortable social setting for group gatherings.

    Had a lovely night with friends and would come back for more!

    Chik Daryn

Top drink selections praised by patrons

  • The Pav

    Absolutely loved The Pav cocktail.

    Sean Otto

  • Whiskey sour

    they do the best whiskey sour I've ever had

    Ray Vis

  • Negroni

    great negronis 🤤

    Josh Ellinghaus

  • Mill Pale Ale

    A good but small selection of tap beers that are pretty reasonably priced ($13 a pint for the Mill Pale Ale).

    Frankie Gumbo

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful neighborhood hospitality for relaxed evenings and pet-friendly gatherings

  • All-Weather Covered & Heated Beer Garden

    The outdoor beer garden courtyard is equipped with rain cover, astroturf, and heaters so patrons can comfortably drink outside with their dogs regardless of the season.

  • Dedicated Water Dishes & Pet Hospitality

    Visiting pets are accommodated in the beer garden with dedicated doggy water dishes and an open door for dogs of all sizes, including service dogs in training.

  • Neighborhood Menus & Delivery to Your Table

    While the venue does not run an in-house kitchen, staff actively provide menus from neighboring restaurants and welcome patrons to order pizza or takeout directly into the pub.

  • Plates and Cutlery for BYO Dining

    When patrons bring in external takeout like Indian food, the team thoughtfully provides real plates and cutlery to make dining comfortable.

Before you head over

Practical tips on dining policies, dog-friendly spaces, and garden seating

  • BYO or Order In Outside Food

    There is no commercial kitchen on-site, but you can bring takeaway or order from nearby restaurants like next-door pizza or Indian; ask bar staff for menus, plates, and cutlery.

  • Prepare for Dogs in the Courtyard

    The astroturf beer garden courtyard welcomes dogs of all sizes and provides water dishes, but space is compact, so expect canines in the outdoor area.

  • Heated Courtyard for All Seasons

    The beer garden is equipped with rain shelter and heaters during chilly weather, but dress warmly or head inside during peak winter chills.

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