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The Clare Castle, Port Melbourne, AU-VIC

The Clare Castle

4.7
4.7
912 Reviews
$A41 to $A100
Gastro Pub

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2 people
19:30
Booked 22 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

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $A41 to $A100
  • Cuisines
    Gastro Pub, Steakhouse, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Daily 11:45 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (03) 9646 4588
  • Website
    https://theclarecastle.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    Our Spectacular Wine Room is a beautiful private space for up to 20 seated diners. A la carte menu as well as specially curated menu's are available. Call 9646 4588 for details.
  • Location
    354 Graham St, Port Melbourne, AU-VIC 3207
  • Area
    Port Melbourne
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    A 2 minute short walk from tram 109 get off at Stop 128 Graham St
  • Additional
    Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Menu

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What 912 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
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Energetic

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Inner City South

    Good for business meals

  • Inner City South

    Neighbourhood gem

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Clare Castle offers a delightful dining experience with "excellent food service and environment." Guests rave about the "fabulous food" and "charming ambience." The extensive menu caters to all tastes, featuring standout dishes like Morton Bay Bug Spaghetti and grilled barramundi. Consistently "great service" and friendly staff make it a neighborhood gem.

912 Reviews

  1. BrigetteT

    Melbourne

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined today

    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 Coast

    12 reviews

    4.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 3 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 Angeles

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    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

    Melbourne

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    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

    Melbourne

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    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

    Melbourne

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    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

    Melbourne

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    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

    Anchorage

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    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

    Melbourne

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    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 Beach

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    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
19:30
Booked 22 times today
Google Map for The Clare Castle

354 Graham St, Port Melbourne, AU-VIC 3207

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Area
    Port Melbourne
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Daily 11:45 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $A41 to $A100
  • Cuisines
    Gastro Pub, Steakhouse, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    A 2 minute short walk from tram 109 get off at Stop 128 Graham St
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining
  • Website
    https://theclarecastle.com/
  • Phone number
    (03) 9646 4588
  • Private party facilities
    Our Spectacular Wine Room is a beautiful private space for up to 20 seated diners. A la carte menu as well as specially curated menu's are available. Call 9646 4588 for details.
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