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Dainton Brewery, Carrum Downs, AU-VIC

Dainton Brewery

4.4 (637)
$40 and under
Barbecue
560 Frankston-Dandenong Road, Carrum Downs, AU-VIC 3201

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2 people
8:00 PM
Booked 17 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Great for craft beers
  • Good for groups
  • Lively
Our Carrum Downs Taphouse is open to the public five days a week from Wednesday to Sunday. Enjoy a range of core and limited Dainton releases, as well as a local guest cider, all expertly poured from our 18 custom taps.
Be wowed by our award-winning and unique beers and grab some food from Q-BBQ, serving up real 'low and slow' American wood smoke BBQ

We’ve always got something happening, including Wednesday trivia in the main bar,, special live music & limited edition beer launches
-The Main room is the heart beat of the venue and can get LOUD and rowdy, with Live music and Trivia - great for those looking for a party!
-The Laneway is covered area just off the main room, a lot more chilled and great for those wanting a chat.
-The Beer great for families with a little kids area, plenty of parasols and great for people with dogs.
=Barcade on the mezzanine, want to watch footy or play some pool? head upstairs, great for casual groups.


Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Barbecue, Pub, Brewery
  • Hours of operation
    Wed, Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Q Barbeque
  • Catering
    Beer and food go together like Bert and Ernie. Kind of. Either way, we’ve got a bar menu that’ll hit the spot no matter what sort of strange carbonated beverage you’re nursing. Meals are served Wednesday to Sunday, with bookings available for small groups or functions.
  • Private party facilities
    We offer function spaces for a variety of group sizes, with canape style catering available to pre-order for function bookings. Contact venue@dainton.beer to discuss your next private function with us!
  • Neighborhood
    Carrum Downs
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Taphouse Trivia - QBBQ Steak Night

    Multiple dates available
    Take a break from the mid-week grind and join us for Taphouse Trivia! Bring your friends and test your knowledge while enjoying delicious Steak from QBBQ Gather your friends for a night of Taphouse trivia , it FREE TO PLAY with a $100 bar tab for the winner, $50 for second place and some spot prizes along the way NOT ONLY THAT why not enjoy Reverse seared Picanha (Smoked in our offset smokers then seared over wagyu tallow) Skin on Fries, Chimichurri, Cow Boy Butter and a side of Herb Salad with Citrus Dressing. JUST $25.
    Taphouse Trivia - QBBQ Steak Night Photo
  • Bouncy Castle EVERY SUNDAY

    Multiple dates available
    Every Sunday in October we've got the kids sorted with a BOUNCY CASTLE every Sunday arvo! Book a table now and let the kids loose,
    Bouncy Castle EVERY SUNDAY Photo
  • LIVE MUSIC -

    Multiple dates available
    Every Saturday night we host the best bands in Melbourne, Book a table near the dancefloor to enjoy some great LIVE MUSIC Bands on stage after 7pm
    LIVE MUSIC - Photo

Offers

  • Happy Hour! from opening 'til 6pm (Wed to Fri)

    Multiple dates available
    Wed - Thu - 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM,Fri - 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    Get in early for our amazing happy hour deal! Pints of Lager, Pale ale, Equalizer , Major Tom and flamingo for just $10 and Schooners for $8 Hold up, House wines and Prosecco are just $8 a glass too. Wednesday to Friday 'til 6pm

    Happy Hour! from opening 'til 6pm (Wed to Fri) Photo

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What 637 people are saying

Dainton Brewery reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Victoria

    Hot spot

  • Victoria

    Great for live music

  • Victoria

    Lively

  • Mornington Peninsula

    Good for business meals

  • Mornington Peninsula

    Kid-friendly

  • Mornington Peninsula

    Good for groups

  • Mornington Peninsula

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Mornington Peninsula

    Hot spot

  • Mornington Peninsula

    Lively

  • Mornington Peninsula

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Dainton Brewery offers "amazing food" and a "great atmosphere" that's perfect for gatherings, with highlights like the carnivore platter and delicious Q Barbeque meats. While some found the music too loud, others praised the "friendly staff" and "good prices." It's a "fantastic" spot for trivia nights and casual dining.
637 Reviews
  1. Martin

    Victoria1 review

    1.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Parking was a nightmare as I couldn’t see because of Flood Light at front right hand parking space as you come in.. Wife hit door on small wall which she couldn’t see because of blinding light and it’s painted black.. I then rolled my ankle having a look a passenger door as there a gap about 100mm wide between short wall and concrete slab.. Got in, no one on front door.. Got 2 drinks ( Wife’s Birthday ) went to sit down.. Seat was covered in soft drink with kids footprints in it.. went and asked for menus, they were filthy! Covered in sticky drink spillages and food… went to wash my hands in toilet, no hot water? Nothing to dry my hands with??

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  2. Lee

    Victoria1 review

    3.0

    Dined on May 31, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Unfortunately half our order was missed including only vegetarian item we ordered.

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  3. Samantha

    Victoria2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 27, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    My partner and I have been here several times and never had a bad meal. Went today with family for my dad’s 60th. The food wasn’t as good as it normally is, the brisket was quite dry, the Mac and cheese was awful, I’d even go as far as not edible, none of us on the table enjoyed it and ended up leaving it. The pasta was so mushy not a pleasant texture at all. I’ve had it before and it’s never been this bad. All the servers were lovely as usual, it just sucks that the food this time wasn’t good. It was disappointing as my family hadn’t been there before and I’d raved so much about it which is why we booked. My family have said they wouldn’t go back anytime soon. I think I’ll leave it for a bit before I book again, or go to the Mulgrave one. This isn’t to say the food here is bad, just today it was no where near as good as what it normally is.

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  4. Graydon

    Victoria1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service excellent. Made to feel welcome. Food delicious and served very quickly

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  5. Karen

    Victoria3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place for an after work or adult catch up. We chose the carnivore platter for 4 of us. Ample delicious food. We needed to take some home ! We sat in side tables area which was great for hearing the music as well as being able to have a conversation between ourselves. Definitely a place we will come back to.
    Dainton BreweryResponded on May 12, 2025
    Thanks Karen! Really appreciate it

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  6. kim

    Melbourne5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    We ordered the big meat platter and that was amazing. Really good food and plenty of it. Service could have been a little better. We had to ask for the table to be Clear’s twice. Overall great experience
    Dainton BreweryResponded on May 12, 2025
    Hi Kim, Thanks for the 5*, i've passed on the feedback to the team.. promise we'll get on it.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Victoria1 review

    1.0

    Dined on April 6, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    Was very disappointed, booking wasn’t easy trying to get onto the place by phone was non existent. The staff really didn’t care they stood around chatting and made you feel like you were inconveniencing them by wanting to order a drink . Unfortunately for a lovely place it wasn’t very organised at all
    Dainton BreweryResponded on April 10, 2025
    Hi. Obviously this isn't good enough. Would you be able to contact me on tommy@dainton.beer to see if we can make this one better? Cheers Tommy

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  8. Angela

    Victoria1 review

    2.0

    Dined on April 4, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    We have dined here alot and have really enjoyed the food and love coming back. This time we bought friends for bday and was really disappointed. I realise they were busy but service was terrible, no plates or glasses taken away, food wasn't as good as usual and the band was ridiculously noisy that you couldn't hear anybody talk. The fact that I booked and they still put us on a massive table didn't help the noise factor. Asked to move but were booked out. Even though I had booked. Will still come back because we have loved it before. Just disappointed that we bought friends with us this time.
    Dainton BreweryResponded on May 12, 2025
    Hi Angela, We obviously don't like reviews like this one, If you have time ping me an email to Tommy@dainton.beer i'll make sure we turn this 2* into 5* (fingers crossed we were just having a bad day)

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  9. C

    Victoria1 review

    4.0

    Dined on March 20, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was great, big servings. Delicious. It arrived quickly after ordering. My only complaint was just how insanely loud the music was. We were shouting at each other across the table. Thats the only reason I wont come back. Its not the sort of place to go for good conversation.
    Dainton BreweryResponded on March 30, 2025
    Hi C. The main room is advertised as Loud and Lively when you book.. We have the 'Laneway' area for Quieter Dining where the music is kept to a minimum. I'd recommend (If you're looking to come back) book in there and we'll make sure you have a great night.

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  10. Rhonda

    Victoria2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great venue, can be very loud, Jimi and the band were amazing.

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Dainton Brewery is rated 4.4 stars by 637 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
8:00 PM
Booked 17 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Dainton Brewery

560 Frankston-Dandenong Road, Carrum Downs, AU-VIC 3201

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Carrum Downs
  • Hours of operation
    Wed, Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Barbecue, Pub, Brewery
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Q Barbeque
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Beer and food go together like Bert and Ernie. Kind of. Either way, we’ve got a bar menu that’ll hit the spot no matter what sort of strange carbonated beverage you’re nursing. Meals are served Wednesday to Sunday, with bookings available for small groups or functions.
  • Private party facilities
    We offer function spaces for a variety of group sizes, with canape style catering available to pre-order for function bookings. Contact venue@dainton.beer to discuss your next private function with us!
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