Restaurant

The Lomond Hotel

225 Nicholson St, Brunswick East VIC 3057, Australia

Recommended by 78 people

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225 Nicholson St, Brunswick East VIC 3057, Australia

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HoursMonday: 12:00 PM – 1:00 AM Tuesday: 12:00 PM – 1:00 AM Wednesday: 12:00 PM – 1:00 AM Thursday: 12:00 PM – 1:00 AM Friday: 12:00 PM – 1:00 AM Saturday: 12:00 PM – 1:00 AM Sunday: 12:00 PM – 1:00 AM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About The Lomond Hotel

The Lomond Hotel delivers an unvarnished slice of classic pub culture where live bands, honest banter, and cold beer hold court. Affectionately dubbed "the Lowey," this Brunswick East institution runs on unpretentious warmth. regulars strike up conversations across the front bar and might even buy your next pint. The floor plan branches into distinct pockets, so you can settle in by the stage or slip away into the bistro room for an unhurried catch-up. While live sets pull a dedicated crowd, the kitchen holds its own with hearty pub plates. Regulars lean toward the juicy chicken parma, fragrant green curry packed with broccoli, and comforting bread and butter pudding.

  • Multi-Room Live Music Pub: Intimate band sets draw dedicated crowds to the front bar, while quieter bistro rooms allow dining away from the music.
  • Country Pub Community: A neighborhood fixture where friendly staff and regulars make newcomers feel immediately at home over cold tap beer.
  • Substantial Comfort Fare: Reliable kitchen classics spanning juicy chicken parmas, vegetable-loaded green curry, and warm bread and butter pudding.

What's On at The Lomond Hotel

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Why Visit The Lomond Hotel

Discover why locals gather at The Lomond Hotel for live music, segmented spaces, and genuine community hospitality.

  • Top-tier live band performances

    Patrons consistently praise the venue as an exceptional destination for live band performances and quality sound.

    Absolute hidden gem of a pub for bands. Unbelievable quality of music night to night.

    mickmc6833
  • Guest-controlled music in the beer garden

    The outdoor beer garden offers a unique nook where guests can hook up their own phones directly into the sound system.

    The beer garden/smoking area has a nook where you can connect your phone to the sound system to share your tunes.

    Paul Winterbine
  • Distinct multi-zoned pub layout

    The layout features segmented spaces including a dining bistro, sports room, and backyard, allowing dining away from live entertainment.

    It has lots of different areas for you to choose. The bistro area, the pub area, the back yard area, the sports room.

    Miguel Molano
  • Late-night hospitality and unwind

    Visitors looking for late-night drinks appreciate the 1am license and relaxed setting close to nearby accommodation.

    The only restaurant around my hotel that offers beers and opened till 1am. Not crowded and I can enjoying my me-time.

    Kio Leong (LeongFK)
  • Unhurried catch-ups and conversations

    Comfortable corners and relaxed seating create an unhurried setting ideal for catching up with family or old friends.

    I'd recommend this pub to anyone catching up with a friend they haven't seen in years. Or maybe to catch up with a fmaily member to tell them some good news.

    Tait Sengstock
  • Midweek trivia entertainment

    Locals and groups gather for Thursday pub trivia hosted in an energetic community atmosphere.

    Amazing place for your thrusday trivia

    Vinay Mummana

Before you head over

Practical planning advice for gigs, dining zones, and arrival

  • Arrive Early for Stage Views

    During popular live gigs the venue fills up quickly and space near the stage becomes tight, so arrive early if you want an unobstructed view of the band.

  • Pick the Bistro to Dine Away from Bands

    If you plan to have dinner away from the performance noise, head to the separate bistro area or side rooms where you can eat comfortably without being in the middle of the band crowd.

  • Rear and Street Parking Options

    Parking is available directly at the rear of the pub as well as throughout the surrounding neighborhood streets.

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