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The Warburton Hotel, Wesburn - Bar & Bistro (The West)

2882 Warburton Hwy, Wesburn VIC 3799, Australia

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Find The Warburton Hotel, Wesburn - Bar & Bistro (The West)

2882 Warburton Hwy, Wesburn VIC 3799, Australia

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+61 3 5967 1090
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 12:00 – 8:30 PM Thursday: 12:00 – 8:30 PM Friday: 12:00 – 8:30 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 8:30 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 8:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About The Warburton Hotel, Wesburn - Bar & Bistro (The West)

Known to locals simply as 'The West', this historic country pub delivers hearty counter meals by crackling open fireplaces. Order at the bar and tuck into towering schnitzels stacked directly over fries—from avocado-topped cuts to mixed grills and garlic prawns—or opt for slow-cooked BBQ pork ribs, scotch fillet with chimichurri, and cold beer after exploring the valley.

  • Creative Parma Menu: The kitchen serves an expansive lineup of parmas topped with avocado, garlic prawns, or mixed grill, layered directly over chips.
  • Fireside Dining: The heritage dining room features working open brick fireplaces that keep tables warm after cold days in the Yarra Valley.
  • Hearty Counter Classics: Massive country portions span slow-cooked BBQ pork ribs, steaks with peppercorn gravy, and cold draught beer ordered right at the counter.
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Key Advantages

Why diners choose The Warburton Hotel for fireside meals and country hospitality in Wesburn

  • Creative and Generous Parma Variations

    From avocado toppings to garlic prawns and mixed grill variations, the kitchen delivers an expansive selection of hearty, loaded parmigianas.

    Best Parma I’ve ever had, very sizey and lots of creative variations.

    Cass Leever

  • Hearty Counter Meals and Substantial Portions

    Counter meals are renowned for their massive portion sizes, offering classic country pub fare that satisfies hearty appetites.

    right here you’ll find the best (and largest ) meals in Town - a good honest Australian pub with excellent counter meals.

    marie b

  • Cozy Fireside Setting

    The bistro features working open fireplaces that provide a warm, comfortable sanctuary to unwind after a day exploring the valley or snow.

    Loved having the open fires after a day exploring.

    Alyssa Potter

  • Historic Country Pub Atmosphere

    Steeped in history since 1863, the pub offers a classic country pub ambience that feels timeless and deeply grounded.

    the whole room has the settled warmth of a pub that has been doing exactly this since Cobb & Co coaches rattled past the front door.

    Robert T. Carrot

  • Welcoming for Large Families and Groups

    Whether accommodating large family groups with a baby or weekenders traveling together, the venue provides spacious, patient, and welcoming hospitality.

    there were 10 of us and a baby. This place accommodated us no problem. Food was excellent, staff really friendly, great country feel, very accommodating.

    Andrea Wilkinson

  • Genuine and Considerate Country Hospitality

    The friendly team and accommodating counter service make everyone feel right at home, even easing the stress of tired solo travelers.

    tip my hat to anyone who goes to the effort of making a solo traveller feel welcome and comfortable.

    Calhan Williams

Hearty counter classics and signature parma varieties from the bistro kitchen

  • Parma with garlic prawns

    We had the garlic prawns and the Parma with garlic prawns, very delicious.

    Pippi (Langstrumpf)

  • Fokker steak

    We both had the Fokker steak which was huge with fabulous chips and salad and peppercorn gravy - couldn’t ask for more.

    marie b

  • Avo parma

    I'm not really the sort of bloke that orders a parma but after reading the menu I couldn't resist the avo parma. It was seriously the BEST parma I've ever had.

    Matt Hutch

  • Mixed Grill Parma

    Mixed Grill Parma was tasty and a generous portion.

    Arni B

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful gestures and welcoming touches from the bistro team

  • Kids Activity Books with Meals

    Families dining with young children receive colouring books with kids meals to keep little ones happily occupied at the table.

  • Advance Late-Arrival Phone Orders

    Staff readily take phone orders when travelers are running late near closing so a hot meal is ready upon arrival.

  • Traveler Assistance & Phone Charging

    When visitors arrive with a dead battery, the team takes the initiative to plug in and charge phones behind the counter while offering local travel tips.

  • Attentive Solo Traveler Hospitality

    Solo diners arriving fatigued are warmly looked after with personalized hospitality and thoughtful attention from hosts.

Before you head over

Helpful tips for ordering, dining portions, and parking at The Warburton Hotel

  • Order at the cashier

    Order directly at the bar and cashier upfront, as there is no table service for food or drink orders.

  • Come with a hearty appetite

    Portions across steaks, parmas, and ribs are exceptionally large, so arrive hungry or consider sharing if you have a smaller appetite.

  • Park at the rear

    The hotel features ample, dedicated parking space situated directly at the rear of the property.

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