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The Clare Castle, Port Melbourne, AU-VIC

The Clare Castle

4.7 (952)
$41 to $100
Gastro Pub
354 Graham St, Port Melbourne, AU-VIC 3207

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 14 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for groups
  • Good for special occasions
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).

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • 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
  • Neighborhood
    Port Melbourne
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    A 2 minute short walk from tram 109 get off at Stop 128 Graham St
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wine

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What 952 people are saying

The Clare Castle reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • Inner City South

    Neighborhood gem

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Clare Castle is a beloved dining spot known for its "great food," "friendly service," and "charming ambience." Regulars praise the "Sunday roasts" and "diverse menu," highlighting the "outstanding quality" of meals like the "spaghetti marinara" and "lamb cutlets." With a welcoming atmosphere and attentive staff, it's a "hidden gem" in Melbourne.
952 Reviews

  1. Allan

    Melbourne1 review

    4.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The Clare is a great place to eat & drink, all-round great pub.

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  2. Christopher

    Melbourne1 review

    3.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The food wasn't as good as on previous occasions and the location of our table wasn't so great; but I will still come back because I really enjoyed being there the other times I was there. .I've had better spaghetti marinaras.I really appreciated that the staff were really attentive.

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  3. Cameron

    Melbourne7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A great night out as a date night, with the ambience being enjoyable along with the great food and wine on offer in the main part of the restaurant. At each stage, the staff provided updates to timing based on the food selected, whilst ensuring the overall experience was to our satisfaction and that we could also enjoy the privacy from other patrons.

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  4. Kate

    Melbourne5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As fabulous as always! We love the Clare for the food but even more so for the atmosphere and fabulous service. Our fave eatery!

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  5. Anne VIP

    Melbourne8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great birthday party dinner for our family, grandparents down to active grandchildren. We were so well looked after in the private room. Food came quickly with activities for the children, lots of lovely drinks and food for the adults. Thanks to everyone

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  6. Nina

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great meal here and the Sunday roast was delicious!

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  7. Richard VIP

    Los Angeles9 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 28, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Had a family dinner at our regular dinner spot. The spaghetti marinara was good as usual and delicious! The chicken schnitzel was also crisp, nice and tender. The steak was however overcooked (meant to be medium rare). The usual white tablecloth is now gone. This is a pity as the dining room now looks darker, less fresh and inviting because the tables are dark brown/black. That does affect the ambience.

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  8. Josephine

    Melbourne1 review

    4.0

    Dined on June 22, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We (a group of 6) have been dining on Sundays at Clare Castle for 2 years now. The attraction is the roasts. All the accompaniments eg., cauli in cheese sauce, yorkshire pudding, horseradish, apple, & mint sauces match with the meats, pork, lamb, or beef. Well cooked, beautifully served, & happy staff - what more could you want?

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  9. Jarryd

    Victoria1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Best pub in Melbourne, very simple. Good food, great atmosphere, we live in Montmorency and go there 2-3 times a month Love the joint

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  10. Keith

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    This was the first time we had been to the Hotel.It was to celebrate our wedding anniversary.My wife and daughter loved everything about the place,the food was excellent and the prices were reasonable.We will come again because the service by the staff made us feel welcomed.I would recommend The Clare Castle to my friends.

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The Clare Castle is rated 4.7 stars by 952 OpenTable diners.

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  2. Australia
  3. Melbourne
  4. Inner City South
  5. Port Melbourne

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 14 times today
Google Map for The Clare Castle

354 Graham St, Port Melbourne, AU-VIC 3207

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Port Melbourne
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:45 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • 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
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wine
  • 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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