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Welcome to Geelong's Oldest Pub! - The Petrel Hotel, Geelong West, AU-VIC

The Petrel Hotel

4.7
4.7
118 Reviews
$41 to $100
Gastro Pub

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2 people
19:00
Booked 18 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for groups
  • Good for special occasions
Welcome to Geelong's oldest pub the Petrel Hotel!
We are a food focused pub and restaurant offering generous and genuine hospitality from the walls of a historic building.
Head chef Molly Fuge brings local and international flavours together with classic pub dishes like The Petrel Cheeseburger and Lemon Herb Crumbed Snapper + Chips. Glazed Beef Skewers with Mango Chimichurri are already a house staple, Oysters shucked to order with pomegranate granita and a perfect Lamb Rump sits atop heirloom tomatoes, black olive and green beans await you!
Join us in our light filled dining room dressed with paintings and treasures that nod to Australian pubs and county homes. Our grand wooden bar sits at solidly offering a home to wine with a focus on smaller Australian producers with a few international gems nestled between. Ice cold beer taps flow and simple considered cocktails line the bar.
The Petrel Hotel team awaits you to sit, sip, eat and enjoy.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Gastro Pub, Modern Australian, Pub
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 12:00–23:00
  • Phone number
    (03) 5229 1151
  • Website
    http://www.petrelhotel.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Molly Fuge
  • Location
    81 Pakington St, Geelong West, AU-VIC 3218
  • Area
    Geelong West
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 118 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • Victoria

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Geelong

    Best Overall

  • Geelong

    Best Food

  • Geelong

    Best Service

  • Geelong

    Best Ambience

  • Geelong

    Best Value

  • Geelong

    Good for groups

  • Geelong

    Healthy

  • Geelong

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Geelong

    Good for special occasions

  • Geelong

    Lively

  • Geelong

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Petrel Hotel is a "crowd favourite" known for its "excellent meals and service," offering delicious and well-priced food. Praised for its "friendly and attentive staff," the venue exudes a cozy atmosphere with standout menu items like the chicken schnitzel. The decor is "cool" and the vibe "inviting," making it perfect for both family gatherings and lively nights out. Regulars appreciate the "creative touch" of the chef and the accommodating approach to dietary needs.

118 Reviews

  1. Sali

    Victoria

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always, our meal was just perfect so delicious. The staff are just wonderful, attentive, quick and friendly.

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  2. Geoffrey

    Victoria

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Amazing food very well seasoned and magnificent flavour. The service was very wonderful and felt like we didn't get rushed with the service. My partner and I shall definitely be going back to this restaurant again.

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  3. Cathy

    Victoria

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 5 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great little spot, roomy with an excellent bar, clearly beloved by locals, and the description of elevated pub food is correct. My schnitzel with chips and slaw was great. Shout out to the wait staff who are exceptionally fast and well-organized.

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  4. Tony

    Melbourne

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Have been there a few times now. Meals and service excellent

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  5. Amanda

    Victoria

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 31 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A crowd favourite. Great service, food and atmosphere. Never disappoints

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  6. Scott

    Victoria

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 29 January 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Becoming one of the best pubs full stop, atmosphere created by the team means The Petrel is a fan favourite even with those that knew it long before. Keep it up

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  7. Bec

    Victoria

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 29 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    great friendly service. will be back with all the family next time

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  8. Penny

    Victoria

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 22 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It's the second time I have been to The Petrel, I was not disappointed. The food is delicious and well-priced. Such a cool pub in decor and vibe. The highlight again, was Bridie, whose service, smile and friendly demeanour are an added bonus to The Petrel experience.

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  9. Sali

    Victoria

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 18 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Bloody delicious! One of our favourite places to eat!

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  10. Georgie

    Victoria

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 18 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went there to try the popular chicken schnitzel and it was delicious. The staff were super friendly and accomodating to us as we had a pram, the service was quick and consistent,

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FAQs

The Petrel Hotel is rated 4.7 stars by 118 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 18 times today
Google Map for The Petrel Hotel

81 Pakington St, Geelong West, AU-VIC 3218

Additional information

  • Area
    Geelong West
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 12:00–23:00
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Gastro Pub, Modern Australian, Pub
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Molly Fuge
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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