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The Rainbow Hotel

27 St David St, Fitzroy VIC 3065, Australia

Recommended by 55 people

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27 St David St, Fitzroy VIC 3065, Australia

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+61 3 9419 4193
HoursMonday: 3:00 – 11:00 PM Tuesday: 3:00 – 11:00 PM Wednesday: 3:00 – 11:00 PM Thursday: 3:00 PM – 12:00 AM Friday: 12:00 PM – 1:00 AM Saturday: 12:00 PM – 1:00 AM Sunday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About The Rainbow Hotel

Tucked into a quiet Fitzroy side street, this unpretentious local nails proper pub fare, rotating craft taps, and a heated, dog-welcoming beer garden. Inner-north regulars steer clear of the hectic main drag to claim covered courtyard tables warmed by cafe blinds and live weekend sets. Behind the bar, taps rotate through local craft pours alongside gluten-free cans. The kitchen turns out massive chicken parmas, $25 Wednesday porterhouse steaks with mash, and Sunday roasts packed with trimmings. Dedicated coeliac diners even get their own fryers for cross-contamination-free chicken burgers and chips alongside pints of Two Bays.

  • Dog-Friendly Heated Courtyard: Heaters and cafe blinds keep the spacious covered courtyard comfortable year-round for drinks with four-legged companions.
  • Coeliac-Safe Menu Items: A dedicated kitchen setup delivers cross-contamination-free chicken burgers and chips alongside Two Bays gluten-free craft beer.
  • Weekday Specials & Roasts: Mid-week draws include $25 Wednesday steak nights with sides, Tuesday trivia hosted by Saj, and generous Sunday roasts.
  • Craft Taps & Live Music: A constantly shifting tap lineup features Victorian and international craft brews alongside weekend live bands.
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Why Choose The Rainbow Hotel

Why locals and visitors make this hidden Fitzroy gem their go-to pub

  • Substantial, High-Quality Pub Fare

    Generous, properly cooked pub classics—from chicken parmas to succulent steaks and schnitzels—are served alongside a rotating craft tap beer selection.

    The parma is massive and satisfying, and the popcorn chicken with aioli and buffalo sauce is addictive. Everything I’ve tried has been proper pub food done really well.

    Delwyn Johns

  • High-Value Weekly Food Specials

    Mid-week deals like the popular Wednesday steak night and Sunday roasts offer outstanding quality and dining value without compromise.

    Cute spot with one of the yummiest steak night deals I’ve had in a while. $25 for a steak and two sides, i went with the mash and salad. Amazing !

    Charlie Ritchie

  • Side-Street Neighbourhood Sanctuary

    Tucked away on St David Street, this cosy venue provides an authentic, welcoming neighbourhood respite free from corporate polish and strip crowding.

    We love here cuz it is not too busy like other restaurants and pubs in Fitzroy(Brunswick st is always crazy:() and so warm and comfy environment.

    Bomi Kim (Bella)

  • Careful, Coeliac-Safe Peace of Mind

    Diners managing coeliac dietary needs can eat with full peace of mind thanks to dedicated allergen preparation protocols and dedicated gluten-free craft beer.

    As a recently diagnosed coeliac I was stoked to have a chicken burger and chips free from cross contamination. The cherry on top was the Two Bays gluten free beer I got to have with it.

    Bailey Hoadley

  • Weather-Protected Dog-Friendly Courtyard

    A spacious outdoor beer garden complete with cafe blinds and winter heaters welcomes dogs alongside their owners in total comfort.

    Great beer garden to bring dogs. Food is very good, fresh and tasty, home made quality feel (not cheap commercial). Staff are very friendly.

    Honest Opinion

  • Vibrant Weekend Garden Sessions

    Lively weekend afternoons bring together rotating live music acts and cold beers in a vibrant, friendly beer garden setting.

    The band that came on in the afternoon was amazing, the beer garden is sensational.

    Oliver Sebastian

Hearty neighbourhood pub favourites and weekly specials

  • Sunday Roast

    Their Sunday roasts are heavenly, full of tasty, fresh trimmings and super affordable.

    Sergio Jarillo

  • Steak

    $25 for a steak and two sides, i went with the mash and salad. Amazing ! the steak was really high quality

    Charlie Ritchie

  • Chicken Parmi

    Parmi was one of the best if not the best I've had

    Brett O'Mealley

  • Burger

    The burger is juicy and lifted by a tasty house burger sauce, served with crisp shoestring fries.

    Delwyn Johns

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality details that elevate the neighbourhood pub experience

  • Dedicated Coeliac Protocols & Gluten-Free Beer

    Coeliac diners can order dedicated gluten-free fried favourites like chicken burgers and chips safely prepared without cross-contamination, complemented by Two Bays gluten-free craft beer on tap and knowledgeable staff.

  • All-Weather Dog-Friendly Beer Garden

    The spacious outdoor courtyard is comprehensively outfitted with overhead cover, heating, and cafe blinds, allowing patrons to dine comfortably with their dogs through cold winter weather.

  • Drink Rewards for Trivia Bonus Questions

    Tuesday trivia nights hosted by Saj feature clever touches like awarding pints of beer and glasses of wine directly for bonus questions instead of just standard leaderboard points.

  • Dedicated Vegan Sunday Roast Option

    Beyond pub classics, the kitchen serves a dedicated vegan roast option during bustling Sunday sessions so plant-based diners can partake fully in traditional roast afternoons.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you bring dogs to the pub?

Yes, dogs are welcome in the spacious, covered courtyard beer garden, which also features heaters and cafe blinds.

Are there gluten-free and vegan options available?

The kitchen caters well to dietary needs, offering coeliac-safe gluten-free options like burgers and chips without cross-contamination, dedicated gluten-free craft beer, and vegan alternatives such as a vegan Sunday roast.

What is parking like near the pub?

Street parking is available nearby, but one-way surrounding streets switch to permit-only zones after 7:00 PM, so plan ahead when driving.

What are the portion sizes like?

Servings are generous across classic pub favourites, including substantial parmas, large schnitzels, and filling roasts and steaks.

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