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THE CURTIN (John Curtin hotel)

29 Lygon St, Carlton VIC 3053, Australia

Recommended by 52 people

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Find THE CURTIN (John Curtin hotel)

29 Lygon St, Carlton VIC 3053, Australia

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+61 3 9663 6350
HoursMonday: 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM Tuesday: Open 24 hours Wednesday: 12:00 – 1:00 AM, 12:00 PM – 1:00 AM Thursday: 12:00 PM – 1:00 AM Friday: 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM Saturday: 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM Sunday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About THE CURTIN (John Curtin hotel)

A gritty Carlton fixture where cold tap beers meet live rock gigs and Sonny's deep-fried chicken. Regulars crowd the front bar for after-work knock-offs before heading up to the bandroom for touring acts. Kitchen orders center on Sonny's fried chicken burger, hot buffalo wings with blue cheese dressing, and loaded fries. Inside, an original 1970s photobooth turns out quick black-and-white print strips between sets.

  • Upstairs Bandroom: An intimate second-floor stage dedicated to curated live rock and touring independent bands.
  • Sonny's Fried Chicken: Southern-style crispy chicken burgers, hot buffalo wings, and loaded fries served straight to pub tables.
  • Retro Photobooth: A functioning vintage black-and-white booth on the floor that takes card payments.
  • Classic Pub Pints: Affordable tap beers and weeknight specials like Monday schnitzels in a relaxed, no-fuss front bar.
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Why Visit The Curtin

Why live music fans, fried chicken lovers, and casual groups choose The Curtin

  • Dedicated Upstairs Bandroom for Live Music

    The dedicated upstairs room hosts high-energy rock shows and curated independent lineups with quality sound and easy bar access.

    Great small bandroom upstairs with excellent local and international rock and other live music, and excellent sound.

    Ben Morgan

  • Atmospheric Band Nights and Gigs

    Patrons can pair gig nights with a classic pub setup, cold tap beers, and friendly staff.

    awesome pub down stairs with excellent hot wings and mountain culture on tap 👌🏻the band room was perfect, great atmosphere and easy to access bar and toilet, had a cracker night at an awesome gig!

    Chris Price (Pricey)

  • Sonny's Fried Chicken and Crispy Burgers

    In-house kitchen partner Sonny's Fried Chicken serves fresh, flavorful chicken pieces and standout Southern-style chicken burgers.

    it is their sonnys burger that really knocks it out of the park and is the best southern fried style chicken burger I have had to date.

    Jayden Hardie

  • Satisfying Pub Food and Wings

    Patrons order spicy chicken, buffalo wings, and loaded fries directly to the bar during their visit.

    Its also the home of Sonny's outstanding spicy fried Chicken, hot, fresh and downright tasty.

    Chris Kay

  • Unpretentious Meetups and Casual Drinks

    The front bar and outdoor seating offer an easygoing setting for after-work drinks, casual group gatherings, and friendly service.

    Good places for friends and casual meet ups. Good atmosphere, Good food, their grilled chicken burger is pretty bomb.

    Pryde Sciascia

  • Vintage Photobooth Mementos

    An authentic on-site 1970s photobooth takes modern card payments and lets friends capture souvenir prints on a night out.

    The og 1970’s Photo Booth is divine!!! And takes card!!! So much fun and such a treat.

    Ingrid

Signature fried chicken, burgers, and pub staples from Sonny's

  • Sonnys burger

    it is their sonnys burger that really knocks it out of the park and is the best southern fried style chicken burger I have had to date

    Jayden Hardie

  • Fried chicken

    Great tasting, huge pieces of fried chicken cooked fresh.

    Rachel Kapsalakis

  • Buffalo wings

    Legendary buffalo wings with the best blue cheese dressing

    Amir Kasra Zanjani

  • Loaded fries

    It was actually their loaded fries that was very yummy

    Oldouz Shirinzadeh

Before you head over

Helpful advice on seating, ordering food, and using venue amenities

  • Arrive Early for Groups and Tables

    The venue fills quickly during peak evening hours, so arrive early if visiting with a large group or grab lunch if you want to easily secure a table.

  • Ordering Sonny's at the Bar

    Order Sonny's Fried Chicken straight to your bar table, but come prepared for generous portions that may require a take-home container.

  • Card Payments for the Vintage Photobooth

    The indoor vintage black-and-white photobooth accepts card payments, so you do not need to carry physical cash or coins.

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