Really liked this place, relaxed country vibe and the live music is entertaining. Good for parties or birthdays. Food was really tasty, and the cheesy bread is absolutely delicious. We were offered some complimentary starters which was really nice! Definitely coming back soon!
The Game Keepers Secret Country Inn is nestled between two first class wineries - Galli and witchmount.
This establishment has really decent food with good portions in a good atmosphere. I had the lamb shanks which fell off the bone whilst others had the huge steak sandwich, risotto and fish and chips. All were happy with their meals.
For an English pub, I didn't see any English beers or fare.
Great tasting food made with care. Schnitzel crumbled on site. A tad pricey though but generous servings, maybe shave $5 off mains would be perfect.
Absolutely love this place and come here often. The staff are warm and friendly, the food is very good with large portions at a reasonable price.
I always start with the bacon and cheese cob loaf. My only problem is trying not to fill up before the main course as the cobb loaf is so good. Seafood is always fresh and delicious and they do a great steak also.
Ambiance, food, service all great. Definitely a hidden gem of the west.
Had an excellent dinner here. The restaurant is very nicely located, feels like your in Europe. They also had a very good singer on the night, that sets up the mood pretty well.
Ordered the lamb shanks that was very tasty and a massive serving as well. The chilli prawn and rice was ok, that need more flavour and kick.
Lemon tart was excellent, sour and well balanced.
Bloody mary with oyster was also a hit.
Overall the night was excellent and left extremely full.
The food was amazing portion size was huge. Great atmosphere and loved the live music. Staff were very friendly and attentive. Will definitely be back.
Awesome. Love it. Had the midweek menu thing. 3 course. Pumpkin soup entre's. Followed by a main lamb shank and chicken kiev. Desert we had to take home. Good value and great food. Extremely filling and yum. Tip top
Was hesitant at 1st to come here after reading some reviews but so glad I did though, big hearty servings for mains and defiantly didnt need the Bacon/Cheese Cob Loaf we had for entree as well. The couple who owned the place were great as our wait staff and I would recommend this place to others looking for a proper Pub Meal with a nice open fire as a back drop.
My daughter and I had an amazing night at the Gamekeepers Secret Inn last night. The food was yummy, particularly the calamari, which just melted in your mouth. The entertainment was exceptional, what a voice! My daughter was also given the opportunity to belt out a song, which made our night. All staff were super friendly, particularly the owners/managers. I highly recommend this place!
We are regulars here. The staff are always super friendly and always welcome us like we are family. Food is great and fairly priced. I have no problem paying reasonable prices for awesome food and this place does so. They have a great selection of boutique and regular beers and always served ice cold. The ambience is great with true english charm. This would have to be our favourite restaurant at the moment. The cob bread is a must have along with the filet mignon steak. oh, and the prawns are hard to beat as well.....or the Guinness pie, yep, that was great too, or the arichini balls...YUM.......etc etc...Keep it up guys :)
Casual place to go on a Saturday afternoon, staff were happy to let us play pool until we were ready for lunch. The staff are friendly and up for a chat and very attentive to us for drinks etc.
Sat down for a latish lunch, wasn't to many people around which was nice. Staff were again very attentive and meals came put in good time.
Food was amazing.... no complains from us at all, have gone back many times since and have no reason to complain. Make sure you book for dinners because they do get extremely busy.
Recommend it to anyone wanting a good meal and a good atmosphere.
Really good service, the waiter was so good looking after our two year old giving her little toys and even a complimentary desert. They unfortunately don't do a kids menu. Food was nice maybe a little over priced. Venue needed a good clean. Overall a pleasant lunch.
Pleasantly surprised about this hidden gem. Service is friendly, if not a little quirky. Generous servings of classic pub favourite with a splash of modern cuisine available, with the ability to appeal to all tastes/dietary requirements. Only a few minor complaints: restaurant is a bit over-heated, the steak I ordered for my daughter (a child) was over cooked/inedible, and some desserts were served with fresh cream and others weren't.
I love coming here with my friends it is the best experience and the food is delicious. I've never been dissatisfied leaving this restaurant.
I've heard many things about the gamekeepers secret, so I decided to go there on the weekend with my family. The atmosphere was fantastic, they had a singer who was actually pretty good! He played lots of old songs and wasn't too loud. I had the chicken florentine for dinner, which was very tasty! I would definitely recommend that. The staff were all friendly and full of smiles, and even though it was a reasonably busy night, they still managed to come and see how we were doing. It was a very relaxing, great experience. I will definitely be going back there and would definitely recommend it to anyone who hasn't been there yet!
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First-timer. Have heard about this Pub and as we were in the area decided to give it a go.
The place was fully booked and couldn't take us, but as we were about to leave, an earlier table got up to pay, so we were lucky! The 4 of us had entrees, bruschetta, chili prawns and 2 doz oysters along with a large Cob.......served pretty quickly for a busy night and very tasty. Our waiter informed us there was a 'special offer' on for 30 minutes with glass of wine for $4 and spirits for $5 which we took advantage of!!
For mains, my partner had a Risotto which she said was better than anything she'd ever tasted in Lygon Street or even in Italy!! I had a Rib Eye medium with a pepper sauce, bloody brilliant, My friend had the Beef & Guiness Pie and reckoned the Chef must be Irish to get it to taste that good!!! His partner had the Kangaroo, which she loved. We were too full to have desserts, but the cake selection looked good. All in all, good atmosphere, good music, a BIG open Fire, and the Food was exceptional! The staff attentive and seemed to be enjoying the night too!!!
We'll be back soon....in fact a week on Saturday we have booked for 8 of us :)
WOW what a great experience! I went to the gamekeepers last Saturday night with my family, and had an absolute ball! The food was fantastic, the entertainment was just great, and the staff were so welcoming and easy to get along with! Never have I been out to dinner at a place with such a home like atmosphere, loved every second of it and will definitely be going back.
Loved the food well presented and friendly staff
Brilliant night. 4 of us arrived on sat night 19th jan and informed that one of the chefs had been admitted to hospital so they were short in the kitchen and there may be delays. Yes, there were delays, but our entrees arrived quickly, and although we waited about an hour for our mains, when they arrived, wow, fantastic. I had the shanks, 'to die for' , my wife had the duck, said it was the best she'd ever tasted.....our friends had the Rib eye steaks, also beautiful!!!
All washed down with a couple of bottles of the local Gallipoli Shiraz!!! Just a great night, with good service and attentive staff........we'll be back real soon.
Amazing roast duck! Indescribable.... 100% recommended!
The lamb shanks... Good old true wholesome cooking just like grandma made... The gravy, second to none.
Beautiful meals, staff are bubbly and welcoming and the proprietor is a very warm gentleman who makes his guests feel very welcomed.
Excellent value for weekday lunch.. I lunched here with friends recently and thoroughly enjoyed the meal. The staff were very attentive and the meal and atmosphere was superb! Everyone of us 16 enjoyed their meal. Main and dessert for $22.50. per person and the landlord provided 4 free bottles of wine (pity I was driving). I had fish and chips and the serve was not overwhelming as I find in many pubs.. I had room for lovely bailey's cheesecake for dessert! The decor is slightly shabby though. They often have live music at weekends and can't wait to return here with my husband.
It's hard not to like the GKS, it's pretty much snack bang in the middle of nowhere but has a certain charm about it. Certainly not a cheap exercise but worth it purely from the 'Old English Pub' novelty perspective.
Gr8. Went there with a group in early November. Lunch menu fantastic value for money. Lamb shanks were to rave about and the Gamekeepers Steak Sandwich was scrumptious. Divine dessers (tiramisu and wildberry cheesecake)
Excellent service and unique atmosphere.
Loved it
Wow. Just got throught the huge servings. But wow, what else can I say? A secret alright, the place, food, service all well done. great for big family gatherings, no squashy little tables. Loved it!
Best Sunday lunch I've had in the 5 years we have lived in Oz.
Rhiannon Jackson-Lematua
+5
Beautiful English pub setting, roomy, delicious filling meals, lovely country pub setting and fireplace for the Winter months. Also function hire. Staff were very friendly and attentive. Can't wait to go back! We had the Guiness Pie and Lamb shanks, meat melts off the bone, vegies and mash potato.....mouth watering and a hearty meal.
First time here, great food, friendly service British atmosphere, nice and local, food came out real quick. Feels like being in the Uk without the expense of an airfare.
My partner and I have been to this establishment about 4 times now, and every time we go the food is so delicious. We love the menu they provide, the ambience of a old style pub, the service is always timely, efficient and friendly and the prices very reasonable. I have to say also that they make the best calamari I've ever had anywhere!!!!! Our go to place when we get away from our kids for a couple of hours!
Visited on a very busy Saturday night with a number of large groups. Our drink order was taken and delivered quickly however it was a while until our food order was taken. But we were not in any hurry and they were very busy. We both had Salt and Pepper Calamari which was lovely and tender and the serving size was just right. The entertainment was good but it was a little hard to hear with all the noise. It is still a favourite and we will definitely go again
Had dinner here with the family. Extremely helpful and friendly staff, amazing 2 piece cover band that sounded as good as the originals!!! Lovely old English pub setting with food to match. Fast service, great variety on menu and not a bad location for us coming from Sunbury. Would highly recommend for all types of gatherings. Special mention to the waitress staff, couldn't ask for anything more!!
Delicious food. Great atmosphere. Lovely service. We will be back.
I kept driving past this as I have only been on this side of town for a short time. Being of English stock, I was looking forward to the traditional pub experience. It did not disappoint.
I’ve been there 3 times now, once for a 50th - catering and staff were fab. Second time for a casual spur of the moment dinner with my partner - the food was sensational. I had the filet mignon which rivaled any steak I have had in the world. And my partner a delicious seafood platter. Generous portions of tasty well cooked food. Entertainment outstanding.
So we decided to book a table of 20 for my birthday, well it was fantastic. How often in a large group does the food come out at the same time? It did that night. Everyone enjoyed their meals and their evening. The owners and their team are a delight. I think we will become regulars!!! Highly recommend 😊
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