The Empress Hotel 1 Likes

The Empress Hotel, located at 714 Nicholson Street in Fitzroy North, Victoria, is a historic pub that has been serving the community since 1873. Originally named the Empress of India Hotel in honor of Queen Victoria, it has evolved over the years to become a beloved local establishment.

What it offers:

• Public Bar: A traditional setting where patrons can enjoy a range of beverages.
• Dining Room: Provides a comfortable space for meals, featuring a menu that blends pub classics with contemporary dishes.
• Beer Garden: An open-air space created by converting the former bandroom, adorned with steel trusses and outdoor lighting, offering a relaxed atmosphere for social gatherings.

The menu includes pub staples such as burgers, parmas, and steaks, alongside Italian-inspired dishes like lasagne and gnocchi, reflecting the heritage of the management team.
With 15 taps, the bar offers a rotating selection of craft beers, including both permanent fixtures like Carlton Draught and Mountain Goat’s Steam and Summer Ales, as well as guest taps featuring new brews every few weeks.

The Empress Hotel hosts a variety of weekly specials:

• Monday: Half-Price Pizza Night from 5 pm.
• Tuesday: $20 Parma Night from 5 pm.
• Wednesday: $25 Steak Night featuring a 250g porterhouse with chips, slaw, and choice of sauce from 5 pm.
• Thursday: $1 Wing Night from 5 pm.