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The Clare Castle, Port Melbourne, AU-VIC

The Clare Castle

4.7
4.7
912 Reviews
$41 to $100
Gastro Pub

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2 people
20:30
Booked 8 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
The Clare Castle Port Melbourne is one of Melbourne's finest pub restaurants. Pub classics are a feature but we raise the bar with amazing char grilled steaks, incredible seafood including prawns, beautiful fresh fish, freshly shucked oysters and our signature Moreton Bay bugs available in numerous dishes. We also have vegetarian and gluten free options and many other delights.

We offer multiple dining options: FULL SERVICE in the Restaurant and on the Restaurant Terrace. BAR SERVICE (and optional QR code ordering) in the Bar and on the footpath tables. We also have a fabulous private wine room for your special occasion (please ring to enquire about this room).
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Additional information

  • Location
    354 Graham St, Port Melbourne, AU-VIC 3207
  • Phone number
    (03) 9646 4588
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Gastro Pub, Steakhouse, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Daily 11:45–15:00 Dinner Daily 17:00–22:00
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa

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What 912 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • Inner South

    Good for business meals

  • Inner South

    Neighbourhood gem

Review summary

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The Clare Castle is a beloved local gem, renowned for its "amazing food," warm atmosphere, and "excellent service." Diners rave about the "best Sunday roast," and the extensive menu offers "fabulous food choices." It's a "wonderful venue" for any occasion, with attentive staff ensuring a memorable dining experience.

912 Reviews

  1. BrigetteT

    Melbourne5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very comfortable surroundings with friendly staff and lovely food.

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  2. Timothy VIP

    Sunshine Coast12 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The prawn spring rolls were delicious & my steak was next level.

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  3. ErrolM

    Los Angeles3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 2 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food grest service - thoroughly enjoyed every moment! Highly recommended!

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  4. Wayne

    Melbourne2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 28 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and service was first class, venue was quiet in a 3/4 full restaurant, we will definitely be back.

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  5. Michael

    Melbourne2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 21 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The dining room - good ambiance, great menu, reasonable pricing, fabulous food and wonderful staff.

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  6. Cheryl

    Melbourne2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 17 February 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    The non existence of booths was annoying because I couldn't get out of my wheelchair.

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  7. Péter

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice but stuck in the corner we could not get service.

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  8. Steven

    Anchorage1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    All enjoyed our selected meals. The Morten Bay bugs were delicious. Two if us had porterhouse steaks and they were cooked as requested and tender. Josh was our server and did a great job.

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  9. Neil

    Melbourne1 review

    4.0

    Dined on 12 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good food and friendly service. A great old fashioned hotel.

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  10. John

    West Palm Beach1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 10 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    All the food was excellent. We had fish and chips, calamari, lamb chops, Morton bug and spaghetti, and bug sliders. All delicious.

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The Clare Castle is rated 4.7 stars by 912 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
20:30
Booked 8 times today
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354 Graham St, Port Melbourne, AU-VIC 3207

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Phone number
    (03) 9646 4588
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Gastro Pub, Steakhouse, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Daily 11:45–15:00 Dinner Daily 17:00–22:00
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
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