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The Bridge Hotel Bendigo

49 Bridge St, Bendigo VIC 3550, Australia

Recommended by 24 people

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Find The Bridge Hotel Bendigo

49 Bridge St, Bendigo VIC 3550, Australia

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+61 3 5442 3297
HoursMonday: 10:30 AM – 10:00 PM Tuesday: 10:30 AM – 10:00 PM Wednesday: 10:30 AM – 10:00 PM Thursday: 10:30 AM – 10:00 PM Friday: 10:30 AM – 10:00 PM Saturday: 10:30 AM – 10:00 PM Sunday: 10:30 AM – 10:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About The Bridge Hotel Bendigo

Pull up a bench under the courtyard trees for an honest parma and a properly cold draught poured from 16 taps. This easygoing Bendigo staple leans into genuine, unhurried warmth—pairing generous pub plates like crispy schnitzels and house burgers with jazz drift in the open air. Dogs curl up by the outdoor table heaters while regulars catch the breeze over hot chips and wings.

  • 16 Taps on Draught: Sixteen cold lines behind the bar pour house draughts and craft pours without fuss.
  • Dog-Friendly Leafy Courtyard: Shaded by trees with patio heaters and water bowls ready for accompanying dogs.
  • Upstairs Function Space: A flexible private floor tailored for birthday milestones and club gatherings.
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Why Choose The Bridge Hotel Bendigo

Discover why locals and visitors choose The Bridge Hotel Bendigo for casual lunches, craft beers, and private celebrations.

  • Fast, Hearty Pub Classics

    The kitchen serves satisfying counter classics like parmigianas, schnitzels, and burgers swiftly for diners on lunch breaks.

    Food was good, fresh, all bought out quickly and with plenty of time to eat and get back to work.

    Lahra Filsell

  • Sixteen Beers on Tap

    Guests can choose from an extensive draught lineup featuring 16 distinct beers poured fresh behind the bar.

    16 beers on tap and a huge selection of other drinks, concise menu suitable for all dietary requirements.

    Matt K

  • Customizable Upstairs Private Events

    The dedicated upstairs function space accommodates club meetings and milestone birthdays with flexible self-decorating options.

    We especially appreciated being able to set up and decorate the room ourselves, which made the night feel extra special.

    Kimberley McSweeney

  • Welcoming Group Celebrations

    Charismatic and attentive floor staff ensure group celebrations run smoothly so hosts can relax.

    I was here for a birthday the other night and the guy serving our table (didnt get a name, sorry!) was very charismatic and attentive!

    Abbey Wilson

  • Sunlit Tree-Shaded Courtyard

    Outdoor tables set under mature shady trees create a calm, restorative alfresco setting accompanied by live music.

    outside there was jazz floating through the courtyard, mixing with the late sun. Time seemed to slow down a notch.

    George

  • Dog-Friendly Heated Alfresco Dining

    Pets are welcomed in the outdoor courtyard with dedicated water bowls and heating for owner comfort.

    Brought out water for our pup and put one of the heaters on for the table and the food was delicious!

    Maria Daniele

Generous, freshly prepared classics from the kitchen

  • Parmigiana

    The parma was hearty in that old-school pub way

    George

  • Porterhouse

    I ordered the porterhouse which was cooked to perfection with some veggies and chips

    Manny IITS (FIREFOX)

  • Chicken Schnitzel

    The 3 of us had chicken schnitzel, a pigging steak burger and fish& chips, all $15 specials and once again delicious.

    Kerry Thaxter

  • California Pizza

    we had the California Pizza and onion rings… the pizza was super delicious.. best we have had in a very very long time

    David & Monika Livingston

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality gestures that make guests feel genuinely cared for

  • Pup Hospitality in the Courtyard

    Staff accommodate pets in the courtyard by promptly bringing out fresh water bowls and turning on dedicated table heaters.

  • DIY Setup for Milestones

    Hosts accommodate private celebrations by allowing families to access and decorate the upstairs event space beforehand.

  • Attentive Dietary & Allergy Care

    Management and service staff proactively accommodate patrons with specific dietary requirements and allergies in the dining room.

  • Late-Arrival Kitchen Service

    Kitchen and floor staff readily welcome guests arriving right before the 8:15pm kitchen cutoff, happily serving full meals and large steins.

Before you head over

Practical advice on timing workday lunches, bringing pets, and planning upstairs gatherings.

  • Call Ahead for Fast Workday Lunches

    If dining during a limited lunch break, call ahead to reserve and give staff your timeline so dishes arrive promptly with time to eat.

  • Settle Comfortably in the Dog-Friendly Courtyard

    When visiting with dogs, head straight out to the courtyard where staff can arrange dog water bowls and turn on table heaters.

  • Book and Customise the Upstairs Function Room

    If organizing a private celebration or meeting upstairs, coordinate directly with staff to access the room early for self-setup and decorations.

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