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Cross Keys, Essendon, AU-VIC

Cross Keys

4.3
4.3
256 Reviews
$40 and under
Australian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 4 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for groups
  • Good for special occasions
A local favourite for over 150 years, The Cross Keys Hotel is the perfect spot to bring the family. The Cross Keys boasts an impressive bistro serving up tasty meals Monday through Sunday, a fun kids room, a lively sports bar showing all the must see games on the big screens, a modern TAB facility and two spacious event rooms. With weekly specials and all your favourite pub classics, what isn't too love? See you at The Keys !


Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Australian, Pub
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Daily 11:30–14:30 Dinner Daily 17:30–20:30
  • Phone number
    (03) 9379 7477
  • Website
    http://www.crosskeyshotel.com.au/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Matthew Lawdorn
  • Catering
    Call (03) 9379 7477 to book a tour or email functions@crosskeyshotel.com.au
  • Private party facilities
    With two spacious and modern function rooms available for hire, The Cross Keys take the hassle out of party planning. Whatever the event, we are here to help ! Call (03) 9379 7477 to book a tour or email functions@crosskeyshotel.com.au
  • Location
    350 Pascoe Vale Rd, Essendon, AU-VIC 3040
  • Area
    Essendon
  • Cross Street
    Situated on Pascoe Vale Road.
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Public transit
    Conveniently located directly across the road from Strathmore Train Station.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 256 people are saying

Cross Keys reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • Inner City North

    Australian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Cross Keys offers a "friendly and welcoming atmosphere" with attentive staff. The menu features a wide variety of options, including "fantastic seniors meals" at great value. Guests appreciate the "great tasting food" and generous portions. The venue is ideal for families, with a play area for children.

256 Reviews

  1. Tony

    Melbourne2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 6 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    As a group we left discussing the quality of service. Every staff member was professional, well informed & courteous. What stood out was the serving staffs communication & willingness to help. Everyone enjoyed their meals, (everyone being, 2 x Boomers, 2 x Gen X & a couple of kids cheeseburger meal eaters). Definitely be back

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  2. Kerryn

    Melbourne2 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on 28 February 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Food terrible had the Roast had been reheated Friend had CornBeef half the plate was Cabbage

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  3. Pam

    Sunshine Coast3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 14 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Food is great and served promptly, portion sizes are generous We come here all the time haven’t been disappointed. Only complaint I have is the air conditioner works too well and it’s cool if you’re sitting underneath the vents.

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  4. John

    Melbourne6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 26 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service and food quality has been a stand out for me. That’s why we keep on coming back to the Cross Keys. 10 out of 10.

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  5. John

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 12 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Reliable, consistent food. Friendly service. Really good local pub bistro. Excellent value for money

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  6. Carole

    Victoria1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 10 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Generous sized portions, good quality food, very fast service, great value for money!

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  7. Debra VIP

    Melbourne6 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 7 January 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    The air conditioning was to cold was seating under the vent cane away with an almighty headache from it

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  8. Jenny VIP

    Melbourne1 review

    2.0

    Dined on 2 January 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    We dine at Cross keys a lot but this time the staff were to busy talking to each other that after 20 minutes of waiting for them to clear our plates so our desert would come I had to get up and interrupt their talking and ask them to clear our plates and that we were ready for desert

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  9. Edith

    Melbourne4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 29 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent and friendly staff; wide selection of food options; great for seniors.

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  10. Kerryn

    Melbourne2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 13 December 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Friends had the Roast Pork the meat was very bad he suggested we go somewhere else next time,very disappointing

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FAQs

Cross Keys is rated 4.3 stars by 256 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 4 times today
Google Map for Cross Keys

350 Pascoe Vale Rd, Essendon, AU-VIC 3040

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Situated on Pascoe Vale Road.
  • Area
    Essendon
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Daily 11:30–14:30 Dinner Daily 17:30–20:30
  • Price
    $40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Australian, Pub
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Public transit
    Conveniently located directly across the road from Strathmore Train Station.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Matthew Lawdorn
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.crosskeyshotel.com.au/
  • Phone number
    (03) 9379 7477
  • Catering
    Call (03) 9379 7477 to book a tour or email functions@crosskeyshotel.com.au
  • Private party facilities
    With two spacious and modern function rooms available for hire, The Cross Keys take the hassle out of party planning. Whatever the event, we are here to help ! Call (03) 9379 7477 to book a tour or email functions@crosskeyshotel.com.au
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