Restaurant
Union House
270 Swan St, Richmond VIC 3121, Australia
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270 Swan St, Richmond VIC 3121, Australia
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Union House brings sharp dining and attentive table service to a classic multi-level Richmond pub. Downstairs hums with a lively front bar, but head up to the dining room for a quieter, fire-lit rhythm—or climb higher to the open rooftop for a pint of draught in the sun. Richmond locals swear by the Wednesday steak night, turning out porterhouse cuts with chips and rich pepper sauce that rivals dedicated steakhouses. Large tables can bypass rigid set menus and order à la carte, moving easily from brisket burgers and veal snitty to massive sharing cuts like the tomahawk. Dinner winds down over warm sticky date pudding or apple crumble paired with a curated local pour.
- Traditional Table Service: Diners get attentive floor service throughout the venue instead of counter queues or digital QR codes.
- À La Carte Group Dining: Large groups can order straight off the standard menu without being locked into a set function package.
- Multi-Level Layout: The multi-story layout spans a bustling front bar, a cozy dining room with a fireplace, and a rooftop bar.
- Bistro-Grade Steak Night: Midweek dinners feature crowd-pleasing porterhouse cuts with sides alongside sharing-grade tomahawks.
What's On at Union House
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
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Why Dine at Union House
Discover why Richmond locals choose Union House for elevated pub dining, group celebrations, and rooftop drinks.
Steakhouse-Quality Meals at Pub Value
Midweek diners enjoy meticulously prepared, steakhouse-grade cuts and sides with standout value.
The sirloin steak I got was better than the one I had at some expensive steak house
Tiffany Tan Refined Takes on Pub Classics
Classic counter staples receive refined culinary execution and thoughtful beverage selections.
Bringing fresh and modern takes on your classic pub favourites and perfect wine pairing choices to boot.
Andrew Picciani À La Carte Dining for Large Groups
Large parties can skip restrictive set menus and enjoy full individual ordering flexibility.
they accommodated us so everyone could order of the menu, very rare as most restaurants do a set menu for large groups.
Mark Matthews Effortless Event and Group Hosting
Parties and group celebrations receive seamless coordination and dedicated room settings.
I organised a 24 person function upstairs and I have to say it was outstanding.
James Pilliner Attentive Traditional Table Service
Guests skip noisy crowds and self-ordering apps for dedicated table care and relaxed upstairs dining.
They have the best OLD FASHION SERVICE, (none of the QR Crap that other venues in Swan street are now using)
Shane & Sharron Golds All-Weather Rooftop Retreat
A dedicated open-air rooftop offers comfortable year-round drinking and dining above Swan Street.
A great rooftop which is completely open in the summer for that beautiful Melbourne sun and covered with heaters in the winter.
David T
Most popular items
Signature steaks and pub classics perfected with thoughtful bistro standards
Wednesday Steak Night
We came for the wednesday steak night and I was not disappointed. Portions were big, value for money was there, service was prompt and friendly
Sophie Robinson Sirloin Steak
The sirloin steak I got was better than the one I had at some expensive steak house - Not hard to chew, seasoned well and perfectly med-rare.
Tiffany Tan Butcher's Cut Tomahawk
Opted for the Butchers Cut, a whopping 1.9kg Tomahawk steak which was cooked perfectly, juicy and flavourful and came with amazing sides and sauces.
Andrew Picciani Brisket Burger
The brisket burger was cooked to perfection, with a generous side of chips and pickles – a solid choice to satisfy a hungry appetite.
Thihan Chandramohan
Other favorites
Appetizers, sides, and decadent desserts to round out your meal
Apple Crumble
To finish the apple crumble was decedent yet fresh, a perfect end to a lovely evening.
Andrew Picciani Sticky Date Pudding
Had their sticky date pudding and brownie as a dessert which was a perfect way to end a cold night.
Tiffany Tan Lamb Croquettes
Lamb croquettes are a winning starter
Adriel Reddy Creamy Mash
The mash was so deliciously creamy.
Tiffany Tan
Beyond the menu
Thoughtful touches and hospitality choices that elevate the pub experience.
Full À La Carte Ordering for Large Bookings
Large parties of up to 20 guests are accommodated with full à la carte ordering directly off the standard menu rather than being mandated onto a rigid set function menu.
Attentive Table Service Without Digital QR Ordering
Instead of relying on QR ordering codes or bar-only queues, the dining room provides dedicated, full table service from attentive staff.
Cozy Fireplace Dining Room
Guests can retreat to the upstairs dining room featuring a working fireplace for a warmer, quieter contrast to the bustling front bar.
All-Weather Heated Rooftop Retreat
The outdoor rooftop space is engineered for year-round comfort, staying open in summer sunshine and fully covered with overhead heaters during colder winter months.
Before you head over
Practical advice for timing your visit, seating options, and group dining at Union House.
Book Ahead for Wednesday Steak Night
Wednesday steak nights draw high demand and dinner rushes come with two-hour seating windows, so secure an early reservation if dining midweek.
Choose Your Level for Dining vs Drinks
The open rooftop gets lively and crowded during sunny afternoons; head to the first-floor dining room if you prefer a quieter sit-down meal with table service.
Large Groups Can Order À La Carte
Unlike many venues requiring fixed banquet packages for groups, large parties can order à la carte directly from the menu, though peak times may see slight pacing pauses.
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