Restaurant
The Wild Geese Hotel
29 Sydney Rd, Brunswick VIC 3056, Australia
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29 Sydney Rd, Brunswick VIC 3056, Australia
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Sydney Road’s modern Irish bistro punches well above standard pub weight with serious comfort cooking and crisp pints. Forget sticky carpets—diners are consistently caught off guard by the dark blue palette and polished dining room. The kitchen takes regional comfort seriously, plating crisp-topped beef and Guinness pies over inky gravy, black pudding with seared scallops, and warm housemade soda bread. Regulars steer newcomers toward the Sunday lamb roast with duck fat potatoes or the sticky date pudding crowned with brown bread ice cream. Live acoustic sessions strike up in the corner just loud enough to set the mood without drowning out the craic, rounding out dinner over properly settled stout.
- Elevated Gastropub Fare: Crisp pastry covers tender beef and Guinness pies over buttery mash, alongside black pudding and rich Irish stew.
- Authentic Craic & Pours: Live acoustic traditional tunes play at conversational volumes alongside pints poured with custom foam artwork.
- Polished Bistro Setting: Plush seating and moody dark blue interiors deliver an upscale Dublin feel right on Sydney Road.
What's On at The Wild Geese Hotel
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
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Why Choose The Wild Geese Hotel
Discover why locals and Irish expats make The Wild Geese Hotel their go-to Brunswick destination.
Elevated Modern Irish Bistro Dining
Elevated pub classics and house specialties feature thoughtful culinary details, from crisp-crusted Guinness pies with rich fillings to delicate seafood and housemade bread.
I was amazed by the high standard of what is usually something ordinary. The pie pastry was crisp throughout the meal despite sutting on a superb inky-dark gravy and a generous pile of buttery mashed potato.
Melvyn Forbes Precision Pours with Custom Foam Art
Every pint of Guinness is served cold and smooth, complete with picture foam art printed directly onto the head.
The Guinness is made even more fun by their machine that imprints pictures on the foam and as much as it's a novelty, its worth ordering even if one is not usually a Guiness fan.
Regaleatsmelb Live Acoustic Irish Music
Acoustic Irish musicians perform in the dining room at a pleasant volume that complements conversation and shared meals.
They had a Irish band playing in the corner, not to loud just enough to be enjoyed.
Sharon & Andrew Shaw Authentic Dublin-Style Warmth and Craic
Warm Irish hospitality, stylish blue-toned decor, and genuine craic recreate the nostalgic comfort of a beloved local pub.
My Irish family miss their favourite Dublin pubs but the Wild Geese is truly the next best thing.
Kathleen McGuire Welcoming Gatherings and Celebrations
Accommodating staff and spacious private and bistro areas make organizing milestones, family birthdays, and anniversaries effortless.
The customer service is outstanding. The staff are warm, welcoming, and genuinely lovely to talk to.
Liz Beer Lively Group Trivia and Events
High-spirited trivia nights and community events bring groups together with attentive hospitality and lively entertainment.
The host of the trivia was really good at her job and engaged with every table. We are definitely going back
Jennifer Walsh
Most popular items
Core Irish bistro favourites and expertly poured pints
Pint of Guinness
Guinness — perfect pour, smooth and cold. One of the best Irish pub experiences in Melbourne.
Paul New Guinness Pie
The pie pastry was crisp throughout the meal despite sutting on a superb inky-dark gravy and a generous pile of buttery mashed potato. The chunky filling was tender and rich.
Melvyn Forbes Irish Stew
The Irish Stew was hearty and please do yourself a favour and devour anything soda bread because that stuff is what bread dreams are made of!
Regaleatsmelb Sunday Roast
It was slow roasted lamb shoulder with Yorkshire pudding, duck fat potatoes roasted carrots broccolini, cauliflower puree and mint sauce. This was a hearty meal with lamb that melted in the mouth
Anneliese
Other favorites
House specialties, starters, and sweet finishes
Sticky Date Pudding
you can't go past their fluffy caramelised Sticky Date Pudding - definitely the best we have tried in Melbourne
2 Good Forks Soda Bread
please do yourself a favour and devour anything soda bread because that stuff is what bread dreams are made of!
Regaleatsmelb Scallops
The Port Phillip Bay Scallops were filling enough to be considered a main meal with the cauliflower cream and black pudding a winning combination.
Regaleatsmelb Humpty Doo Barramundi
My favourite dish of the evening was definitely the barramundi. From the flakiness of the fish, the veloute coated clams to the crispy chicken skin - every single element to this dish just works and I can’t recommend it enough.
Parttimepiggy
Before you head over
Practical guidance for planning your visit to The Wild Geese Hotel in Brunswick
Book ahead for peak nights
With high demand for themed nights, private functions, and Sunday roasts, reserve your table ahead of time to ensure you are seated in your preferred dining area.
Opt for public transit or rideshares
Take advantage of convenient Brunswick transit links via Jewell Station and the Route 19 tram, or plan on taxis and rideshares to bypass local street parking.
Leave room for dessert
Save room when ordering generous mains so you do not miss out on standout desserts like the sticky date pudding paired with whiskey and brown bread ice cream.
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