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Look. I may be a little biased. I'm a regular at the EC, and I'm very close friends with a bunch of the staff and one or two of the dudes that live upstairs. But I reckon that qualifies me to give you a real, tested opinion on the joint.
It's the best.
Three years ago when I first started visiting it was pretty great, but a bit dreary. Since then, particularly with the arrival of Hannah and then Omar behind the wheel, things started brightening up ALOT.
These people love their venue. Don't forget - it's their local too. They want great things to happen there. They've been actively encouraging relationships between local brewers, musicians, artists and all manner of performers and creatives who need a place to do their thing. Craft beer sessions so that staff and locals can learn about beer side by side. Welcoming local crazies inside for a pot and a chat without a trace of snobbery or sarcasm. Constantly brainstorming ideas for specials and events that will keep punters interested and feeling included. They're about the people and they're really good at making that Public House exactly that.
Long live The Castle
(Five stars - if you reckon less yer a nerd and get outta here - off to tankerville with yiz)
Thanks for paying your staff penalty rates on public holidays. Glad to eat & drink somewhere that looks after its workers!
One of Melbourne’s best pubs. Kid friendly and great drink and music. Only thing is please update the toy box! It’s getting a bit ragged!
What a great old school pub this is! I stopped here for a pre drink before meeting a friend for dinner and I was really impressed. The size of the pub is humongous with an awesome beer garden out the back.
I walked in and loved the look of the bar, there was a great selection of tap beer and some mulled wine - yummy. I was set back in time with the 70's style wall paper, kind of nostalgic and I loved it! Staff are super friendly and overall a really great experience.
I can't wait to come back in summer and sit out back with a nice cold beer.. or two
Great beer garden, dog friendly. Good selection of beers on tap and ample seating inside and out. Just had some snacks, the pork belly was crunchy with the fat being rendered into gooey yummess and the saganaki was served with toasted bread, balsamic and hummus hidden underneath. Solid pub.
Food was amazing. Ambience was friendly & easy going. Can't wait to return. We had kids with us & they could walk around safely & yell as loud as they wanted without drawing attention to themselves. Not too loud though. Relaxed atmosphere, everything I would expect in Brunswick. Plenty of parking on surrounding streets
Apparently this is my friend’s hideout spot. Anyway I came over for drinks and some food. I enjoyed my vegan bean soup and sourdough bread. It’s was worth a try. More vegan options would be great too that are healthier than burgers but hey it was good soup for cold night.
Nice little old school pub in one of melbournes oldest standing hotels. Dont expecta lot in terms of interiors but ambience is good as the place is busy mostly specially on Thursday evenings coz- its the Parma night. You get pot and parma for 15bucks and i would say one of teh best parmas i have had. We end up going back here again and again.
Great pub, good food and so many different areas, only down side is that the staff aren't very friendly and the beers are well over priced!
I do love this place, but beer prices are disgusting.. why rip off locals?
The vegetables in the pasta were fantastic, cooked perfectly and tasted fresh and full of flavour. The pasta itself was a bit overcooked and soft, and the pasta sauce needed more salt / seasoning.
The nachos were pretty disappointing - not enough of the toppings, a tiny amount of cheese (only on 4 chips!), and the guacamole definitely tastes processed / like it comes from a tube. The chips themselves were great though.
The back dining room was a bit cold, though the music was good and at a nice volume where we could still talk easily. The decor in the dining room is definitely vintage / kitschy, but there are quite a few bits and pieces that don't fit like boxes covered with fabric and some empty crates lying around that detract from the atmosphere. Friendly staff.
Hungover as hell but managed to drag myself (read: be dragged off) the couch and I'm glad I did. A nice pint of Noble Boy Pale Ale and a damn fine burger and chips has sorted me right out. Handy hint, pay the extra for bacon. Other options on the menu looked good and a great selection of tap beers means we will be back...
Don't you love a good local pub!
Come here at least once a week for a great Parma or burger.
Love the atmosphere and vintage decor of the place!
When I went, it was a dark stormy night, yet when I entered there was a warm jolly atmosphere with great smelling food. Some friends were playing as the band that night and I had a nice spot to sit outside undercover with them playing out of this cute shipping container-turned-stage.
Overall, great place, with a fantastic selection of drinks, wonderful atmosphere and friendly staff and patrons.
Would definitely recommend.
Love the castle. Love the food, the selection of drinks as well as the service. Love that it is a modern day representative of Melbourne in all of its glory - colours, shapes and sounds. Did I mentioned that I love the fact it is friendly for folk with children too? Well, just another part of the EC to love and cherish.
Loved the food and the atmosphere. Perfect for a Sunday afternoon! Great selection of beers. Food was better than expected, everything perfect! We enjoyed the live music in the beer garden too. Great Sunday
Tasty spicy parma 🔥
Good vibes and nice casual atmosphere ✌️
Great drinks 🍺
Live band that I've seen on Fridays which is fab
Good afternoon out. With live music and decent food. The Beer is a little pricey. However, the staff are friendly and always provide great service
Great venue for a catch up with friends and family. Had a lovely feed, nice drinks and the kids were very welcome. Five stars and two big thumbs up.
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