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Wonthaggi Hotel

2 McBride Ave, Wonthaggi VIC 3995, Australia

Recommended by 60 people

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2 McBride Ave, Wonthaggi VIC 3995, Australia

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+61 3 5605 0108
HoursMonday: 12:00 – 2:00 PM, 5:30 – 8:00 PM Tuesday: 12:00 – 2:00 PM, 5:30 – 8:00 PM Wednesday: 12:00 – 2:00 PM, 5:30 – 8:00 PM Thursday: 12:00 – 2:00 PM, 5:30 – 8:00 PM Friday: 12:00 – 2:00 PM, 5:30 – 8:00 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 2:00 PM, 5:30 – 8:00 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 2:00 PM, 5:30 – 8:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Wonthaggi Hotel

Step beneath the historic whale jawbone archway into a refreshed country pub built for big group dinners and effortless road stops. The renovated dining room handles bookings of twenty with ease, pacing rounds of tender eye fillet medallions and loaded parmas without skipping a beat. Tables fill just as happily over the dedicated seniors menu, where crisp fish and chips or braised lamb shanks arrive in substantial, full-sized portions. If you are rolling through town on the run, hot bistro favourites like chicken fungi and gnocchi can even be collected through the dedicated drive-through window.

  • Generous seniors menu: Generous two-course lunch and dinner specials serving full-plate classics like lamb loin chops on mash and sticky date pudding.
  • Large-table dining: The dining room easily absorbs 20-plus seat gatherings with coordinated service and swift delivery from the kitchen.
  • Drive-through pickup: Freshly prepared bistro meals, steaks, and pasta can be ordered and collected hot via a dedicated car lane.
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Why Guests Choose Wonthaggi Hotel

Reliable group hosting, generous senior dining, and roadside convenience at Wonthaggi Hotel.

  • Generous Multi-Course Seniors Dining

    The bistro features a dedicated multi-course seniors menu offering substantial mains and desserts that deliver quality and generous portions.

    Usually seniors meals are if a lesser quality and volume , not here , congratulations to the cooks and staff a great evening had by all.

    Keith Gibson

  • Drive-Through Takeaway Convenience

    Guests can pick up restaurant-quality bistro dinners promptly without dining in via the dedicated drive-through facility.

    I've been getting take away using the drive through a couple of times a week for a little over 1 month. every meal has been amazing, very consistent and delicious.

    Emilie Masi

  • Seamless Large Group & Club Gatherings

    The dining room comfortably hosts club runs and milestone gatherings of twenty or more guests with coordinated table management and rapid meal delivery.

    We were on a car club run with 30 people. I have to say the meals were wonderful, delicious and presented so well. The staff got the meals out without wanting too long.

    Cheryl Sawyer

  • Attentive Family Milestone Coordination

    Coordinated floor staff and attentive hospitality ensure extended family milestone dinners run smoothly without delays.

    Grant took care of everything from the booking to the seating and drinks etc, nothing was a problem.

    Andrew Cain

  • Effortless Regional Walk-In Hospitality

    Travellers and regional road-trippers arriving without reservations receive immediate, accommodating seating and caring hospitality.

    We didn’t have a booking but they accommodated us straight away. The staff were lovely and the food was delicious.

    liz longridge

  • Welcoming Roadside Stop for Travellers

    Road travellers passing through town find a relaxed, renovated country pub setting serving hearty roadside meals.

    Stopped in for a solo dinner on the way through to Melbourne. Great service, decent venue that has been renovated yet maintains the casual country pub vibe

    Jason Stewart

Signature pub classics commended for generous portions and consistent quality

  • Seafood Mixed Grill

    seafood mixed grill, which was beautifully cooked and delicious.

    Yvonne O'Connell

  • Lamb Shanks

    The lamb shanks were amazing and the chicken schnitzel was huge and great tasting.

    Sandra Matthews

  • Steak

    I tried a steak last night and absolutely cooked to perfection.

    Emilie Masi

  • Fish and Chips

    Had the fish and chips from the senior menu. Was ample serving and excellent.

    Phil Cook

Beyond the menu

Attentive gestures and unique hospitality touches that make your visit memorable.

  • Meal warming care during baby feeding

    Staff thoughtfully accommodated a parent feeding their baby by offering a glass of water and keeping their hot meal warm under the heat lamps until they were ready to eat.

  • Complimentary round during table adjustments

    When a table's steak needed recooking, floor staff promptly replaced the cut and provided complimentary drinks while the guests waited.

  • Curio storytelling and pub history

    Pub host Grant actively shares the local history behind the venue's distinctive real whale jawbone entrance and preserved indoor curios with interested diners.

  • Themed holiday venue styling

    The dining room embraces festive occasions with custom themed decorations, from comprehensive Halloween styling to Grinch Christmas touches.

Before you head over

Practical guidance on large bookings, senior dining, and convenient takeaway.

  • Book Ahead for Large Gatherings

    If you're visiting with a party of 16 to 30 people, reserve ahead so staff can coordinate seating and ensure large orders arrive promptly together.

  • Take Advantage of the Seniors Menu

    If you hold a seniors card, check the dedicated seniors menu for generous two-course lunch and dinner options at exceptional value.

  • Pick Up Hot Meals via Drive-Through

    If you are short on time or travelling through, order hot bistro meals like steak or gnocchi directly via the pub's drive-through facility.

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