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The Dubliner in Mornington

65 Octavia St, Mornington VIC 3931, Australia

Recommended by 68 people

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Find The Dubliner in Mornington

65 Octavia St, Mornington VIC 3931, Australia

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+61 3 5975 3567
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM Thursday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM Friday: 12:00 – 10:45 PM Saturday: 11:00 AM – 11:45 PM Sunday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About The Dubliner in Mornington

Tucked away off Main Street, this snug Mornington hideaway pours draft Guinness and Kilkenny alongside hearty staples like crisp steak and Guinness pie. Expat regulars treat it as an essential stop for proper pub fare—from spice bags to curry chips and advance-order loaves of homemade soda bread. Drop in on a Thursday when traditional live music fills the room, grab a stool near the bar, or settle into the heated outdoor beer garden with a steak sandwich and chips.

  • Cellar-Poured Stouts: Dedicated draft lines pour Guinness and Kilkenny stouts under cellar-grade conditions.
  • Trad Nights: Folk players take over the pub for weekly live traditional sessions.
  • Irish Comfort Classics: Comfort staples include spice bags, curry chips, and advance-order loaves of homemade soda bread.
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Why Choose The Dubliner in Mornington

Why locals and visitors seek out The Dubliner for pints, traditional music, and hearty gatherings in Mornington.

  • Authentic Irish Tap Dispense

    Dedicated draught lines dispense properly poured pints of Guinness and Kilkenny, calibrated to preserve authentic cellar flavor.

    proper setup for serving Kilkenny and Guiness unlike some bars that seem to ruin the flavour with their tap setup

    Nathan f

  • Traditional Pub Fare & Diaspora Favorites

    The kitchen serves classic staples from the Irish diaspora, including crispy spice bags, curry chips, and house pies.

    Spice bag was top notch. Staff very welcoming and friendly. Best little Irish pub in Aussie

    PinnacleSkyPro

  • Live Trad Sessions & Irish Merriment

    Traditional music sessions bring patrons together for lively jigs, folk tunes, and communal pub merriment.

    Live music is a highlight and the customers join in with Irish mirth and merriment. A truly wondrous experience.

    Terry O'Neill

  • Transportive Dublin Atmosphere

    Warm interior styling, cozy seating, and Irish hospitality create the transportive feeling of an authentic local pub.

    Nice feel to the place, I actually felt like I was in Dublin

    Greek Aliti

  • Accommodating Group Gatherings

    Attentive owners and friendly staff seamlessly accommodate larger dinner parties, birthdays, and walk-in additions.

    The owner was understanding and accommodated for our extra numbers, which we really appreciated.

    Sam

  • Engaging Midweek Trivia Nights

    Midweek gatherings center on lively Wednesday trivia paired with classic pub food and fresh pints.

    We had an enjoyable couple of hours with Guinness and good pub grub while you try and answer the fun questions

    Nick A

Beloved Irish pub classics and pints poured to perfection

  • Guinness

    it’s the best pint of Guinness in Australia

    PinnacleSkyPro

  • Steak & Guinness Pie

    The steak & Guinness pie with peas, mash & gravy was warming to the heart & stomach.

    Felicity Moyns

  • Spice Bag

    Spice bag was top notch.

    PinnacleSkyPro

  • Steak Sandwich and Chips

    I had a steak sandwich and chips with garden salad & it was superb the steak was cooked to perfection

    Ross Jones

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality touches and authentic Irish pub traditions that define the experience.

  • Advance-Order Soda Bread Loaves

    Freshly baked homemade Irish soda bread loaves are prepared for guests to take home when pre-ordered in advance.

  • Weekly Live Trad Music Nights

    Dedicated weekly trad sessions bring live Irish folk musicians together for spontaneous, interactive pub music.

  • Calibrated Stout Tap Setup

    Specialized draft cellar lines maintain proper pressure and temperature specifically calibrated for Kilkenny and Guinness pours.

  • Hands-On Owner Hospitality

    The owner personally greets guests, accommodates group fluctuations, and shares local lore and pub history table-side.

Before you head over

Planning advice on reservations, bar ordering, and specialty bakery pre-orders.

  • Book Ahead for Wednesday Trivia

    Reserve a table ahead of time if you plan to visit for Wednesday evening trivia, as quiz nights draw a crowd and fill tables quickly.

  • Order at the Bar Counter

    Order directly at the bar counter when ordering food and pints; dishes and drinks are then brought out to your table by staff.

  • Pre-Order Soda Bread Loaves

    Traditional Irish soda bread loaves are made on site, but remember to place an order in advance if you want to take a fresh loaf home.

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