The Penny Black

The Penny Black, Brunswick 420 Sydney Rd - Brunswick

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• Pub
• Australian
• Pizza
• Sit down

73/100
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73
/100
Based on 1138 ratings and reviews
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Last update on 03/06/2021
3,0
30 Reviews
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Google
Last update on 16/06/2023
4,1
650 Reviews
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Last update on 07/10/2020
4,0
396 Reviews

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Last update on 27/09/2020
3,5
2 Reviews

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Zomato
Good Food Good Mood
+4
I was back here over the weekend for a hens party and I have to say the food is a complete bargain. Pretty much nothing over $15. I got quite a yummy steak sandwich with some seriously tasty chips for $15 but others among us did even better grabbing the pizzas which are typically only $10 but during happy hour a mere $5. I thought it was a bit weird when I had to pay the same $5 for a glass of post mix coke mainly filled with ice but never matter. They also serve espresso martini’s in tall water glasses but what do you want for $14? Insane value!

Original review
This is definitely more of an alternative/indie vibe that is not really my scene so it was an interesting experience at my friends birthday. Plenty of space for large groups, plenty of uber young patrons that made me feel like a dinosaur (I imagine the happy hour drinks pricing is the drawcard). I didn’t care for the smoking post 10pm when it was an open arena to blow cancerous fumes everywhere but I suppose it turns more into a nightclub at that time. If you aren’t a fan of dangerous second hand smoke you can always head in to the inside bar where they appeared to be having some sort of reggae open mike night or something. You’ll meet all sorts!
9 months ago
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BD Food Adventures
+4
Came on Wednesday, $10 parmas. Very tasty, good portion size. Staff are very nice
Aug 21, 2019
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Salma Hamid
+5
Dope place, really love the back area, have had a few group dinners and hang seshes here absolutely would reccomend for a chill time with brews, food, and friends. (=
Aug 20, 2019
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THE PARMA COUPLE
+4
after reading online that the parma's here are $15 - we were already sold!! i loved the area outside that they had, it made the experience extremely enjoyable. in a convenient spot, close to the train station as well as near tram stops too. loved the parmas, though like many i don't recall being head over heels for it. However it's definitely great if you need a good meal in you!
Jun 10, 2019
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Adella C
+5
The few times I've come down here on a Saturday, the music was pretty good, all I did for hours was stay moving. I don't drink alcohol, so can't comment on that sorta thing, but their soda and water on tap is just fine
Oct 10, 2017
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The Fo0die
+4
Fo0die dined as a guest of The Penny Black and as such, the rating does not give any consideration to customer service.

We arrived at 12:30pm on a Saturday after finding parking in the nearby streets. There is a parking around the back which we had not known about. The Penny Black is opened on Friday and the weekends for lunch and opened during the night Wednesday through to Sunday.

>> Interior
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The exterior is unsuspecting, looking like an older structure with a large sign reading 'The Penny Black'. The space inside is pub like with a stage that clearly would be filled with live bands and show during the evening and at one corner is the bar. Out the back is an outdoor area which a larger group occupied while we were there.

>> Food/Drinks
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The menu itself has a range of share plate options as well as a burger, pizza and salad section for those not as keen to share. One would say this a little different to the usual pub offering which may offer one or two types of burgers, a pasta or two and a few types of pizza. We had a range of dishes from the share menu and between the three of us, 4-5 dishes off the menu was more than enough to fill the belly.

Poutine chips was a delicious side to munch on while the croquette and crumbed crab meat cake was deliciously crisp and crumbed (the crab meat was a little seafoody/fishy). And the chicken salad was the perfect tasty salad for those who want to steer clear of the deep fried goodness.

While the space is pub-like, don't let that fool you. The food was a level above pub food and is definitely something we would enjoy catching up with friends over a beer or wine. And if you want to beat the evening crowd, lunch time is very pleasantly quiet!


>> Dishes that make up this review
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Montreal-style poutine with pulled chicken, gravy and cheddar cheese curds ($12)

Cauliflower & roasted broccoli croquettes, served with pepperberry aioli ($11)

Trio of ancient grains with roasted winter veggies, sherry vinaigrette, almond milk poached chicken breast and toasted nuts and seeds ($15)

Crumbed crab meat cakes


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Sep 10, 2017
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Rob
+5
I'm not reviewing this as a music venue or a club, just as a restaurant and even then you just have to go at the right time. $4 pizza and $4 drink specials (usually colonial draught and small ale cans) on a Monday night just can't be beat IMHO.

But last week (16/1) when I was there they didn't have any drink specials, so I thought I'd get this review in while the memories of getting a pizza and a couple of good beers for $12 after going for my bi (twice) weekly run were still fresh.
Hopefully they bring back the Monday cheap drinks again.
Jan 23, 2017
Zomato
" THE " CRITIC
+4
Was quite skeptical trying this place considering mixed reviews.. we enjoyed it not really a fan of the interior seating or outlay. However food was great.. Maybe we had the right staff on the right day..
Oct 25, 2016
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Gastrology
+3.5
Penny Black is a live music haunt and local drinking spot for those traversing down Sydney Road in Brunswick. We stopped by to try their dinner menu and for the launch of Bulldog Gin leading into the summer!. We are big gin drinkers and this type of alcohol is perfect leading into the summer, served tastefully simply with tonic and lime (or lemon, or cucumber depending on your type of gin) or as a base for a variety of cocktails. We enjoy Bulldog Gin for its crisp flavour.
Oct 14, 2016
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Kirsti Taylor
+4
The penny black is most definitely ately worth a visit. The food is up there with its offerings and the prices are pretty good too.
Spent many a weekend afternoon in the beer garden and the love music at night always goes down well. Definitely a must visit when. Your in this neck of the woods!
Jun 19, 2016
4
Lincoln J Lim
+4
Been one of our favourite hangout places with live band performances. Sadly the Japanese menu has been removed, really loved the eggplant tempura!
4
Mez OBrien
+4
The vibe deserves the 4 stars but for me, and just my opinion, the food was just ok. I ordered the beef sando hoping for the soft white fluffy Japanese sando you’d get in Kyoto. But alas, the bread was lightly toasted. Perhaps it wasn’t super soft white and fluffy to start with, but for me that was enough of a disappointment and one reason I wouldn’t go specifically to eat. On the plus side the vibe was chilled, the staff super friendly and awesome. Definitely will return for beers and chilled vibe. Good sounds, good bar service, not too overpriced for beers, and worth hanging out and drinking beers in their pup friendly garden bar.
5
Damon Langley
+5
The Tuna Melt is so good that all of my thoughts, aspirations, memories and dreams went out the window. The only thing on my mind was the Tuna Melt. I can’t stress enough how good the Tuna Melt is. Remember that scene in Ratatouille when the critic remembers their childhood because the food was so good? Yeah, that. It’s kind of like Interstellar. It was so good but I know in my heart I can never experience it for the first time again and that is really sad.
5
Ben Lawler
+5
Stopped by Penny's for a beer and gotta say, wonderful vibe. A stunning music filled paradise tucked away on Sydney road. Some could say it’s Brunswick’s best kept secret (second only to Welcome to Brunswick maybe). Penny's best attribute, however, would have to be their wonderful staff. Especially Lauren, Michael and Ash who treated us exceptionally well.
5
Mila N.
+5
So happy to have my favourite place back! Great vibe. Staff are so lovely. My go to for a drink or twelve.
5
Saket Jain
+5
Went there first time for a meet up, was surprised to see the ambience. This place is a hidden gem in brunswick. The outdoor sitting area is very spacious. Staff is really friendly. Also loved the live music. Overall, really nice place to chill with friends.👍
5
Sue M
+5
We just held my son's 21st Birthday celebrations in the undercover beer garden and I couldn't be happier with the way things went. The staff bent over backwards to make sure it was the best night ever. Finger food was awesome (avoid the mushrooms), bar staff Ashley and Daniel alsways had a smile and worked so hard all night! Thanks so much for all the behind the scenes preparations - nothing was too much trouble. Can't thank the team enough.
5
Arcane
+5
Went to penny’s tonight and had the best time! played pool, drank some amazing cocktails and were treated wonderfully by Michael, Lauren and Ash. Will definitely be back

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Now Open
Monday:
Closed
Tuesday:
Closed
Wednesday:
04:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Thursday:
04:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Friday:
12:00 PM - 01:00 AM
Saturday:
12:00 PM - 01:00 AM
Sunday:
12:00 PM - 11:00 PM

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