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The Statesman Hotel - Policy Dining, Curtin, AU-ACT

The Statesman Hotel - Policy Dining

4.3
4.3
30 Reviews
$40 and under
Australian
As comfortable as an old friend, as exciting as a stranger and as colourful as the lover you are about to meet. At the new Statesman Hotel we have taken 54 years of history and revamped it with some scandal and a playful nod to the 70s.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Experiences are available.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Australian, Bistro, Modern Australian

  • Hours of operation

    Daily 12:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Phone number

    0448 241 175

  • Payment options

    MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Neighborhood

    Curtin

  • Parking details

    Hotel Parking

  • Public transit

    58 bus

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Bar Snacks

    Multiple dates available
    2:00pm-6:00pm Bar Snacks available: Wagyu Burger Chicken Burger Bowl of Chips Prawn Cocktail Charcuterie and other other assorted bar snack. To be updated.

What 30 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 4.1Value

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Loved For

  • Canberra

    Best Overall

  • Canberra

    Best Food

  • Canberra

    Best Service

  • Canberra

    Best Value

  • Canberra

    Good for groups

  • Canberra

    Neighborhood gem

  • Canberra

    Lively

  • Woden Valley

    Most Booked

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  1. AlexS

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Pretty good value Nice environment Huge improvement on the old Statesman
  2. TraceyM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    What a great place to eat. The staff and food are absolutely amazing. If we come to NSW we will definitely stay at the same place and eat at the restaurant. We have booked i for lunch today as well 👏👏👏
  3. SuziQ

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    A local hotel in Curtin offering delicious pub grub. Having undergone renovations, the Statesman offers a lovely ambience for a quiet drink with friends, or watching footy while having a beer in the sports bar or a family dinner in the policy dining room. I recently had dinner with family in the dining room and it was busy so I recommend to book a table. The food was plentiful & delicious. The service was friendly & efficient. A call out to the manageress who walked the floor checking in on the patrons & taking the time to talk to people - a lovely touch.
  4. KateJ

    Canberra

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a great family meal. The food was excellent and service friendly. The refurb has created a lovely spot to meet friends.
  5. MandyC

    Sydney

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing lunch, beautiful setting. We utilised the lounge after lunch to sit and chat in front of the fire - very nice! Highly recommend policy for family and get togethers as numbers are not an issue- well done
  6. PaulC

    Canberra

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The new renovations at The Statesman are very nicely done. The meals were top rate, very nicely cooked and presented. All staff were attentive and friendly. Top venue so close to home.
  7. DavidG

    Melbourne

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 9, 2023

    overall4food3service4ambience3
    My Bannockburn chicken itself was good, but the sauce was so vinegary it was hard to eat - bit disappointing really. Wife's Lamb shank was good, though could have done with a few more veggies.
  8. AnneS

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    This time my fish was burnt black at one end, so overcooked but still edible. Otherwise, everyone enjoyed their meals and the opportunity to catch up.
  9. BarbR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Just a bit noisy for us oldies ,new fit out is great ,staff also great
  10. PipB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a great night, treated to excellent and friendly service, and delicious food.
  11. Stevedc27

    Las Vegas

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Menu is varied and the quality is great. Good prices too. We will be back for sure.
  12. NormB

    Canberra

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience3
    Five of us dined. The venue is modern and open. We were welcomed warmly and service was prompt and friendly. Meals were served quickly, and we all enjoyed our meals which are of a high standard. Will go there again.
  13. RogerL

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience3
    Good food & service, just think some greens on the plate or extend your extras list to incorporate some. Maybe some fried onions. Yum!
  14. BethK

    Washington DC

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    What a complete delight! The reno is amazing, hard to recognise the old place. Loved the period features and political references. Witty and charming all at once. Loved the lounge - we'll be back!
  15. JanP

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall3food2service3ambience4
    Five of us went to the Statesman for dinner last night. The standard of food varied greatly. We shared two serves of the spicy chicken nibbles as an entree. The dipping sauce was lovely however there was no spice whatsoever to the chicken. For the main courses the chicken snitty got the thumbs up. The serve was generous and the chips were crunchy. The vegetable curry was delicious- served with rice and a papadum. The gnocchi was very disappointing. It swam in a lemon flavoured yoghurt dressing and was almost inedible as the lemon just over powered any other flavours. Two of the group had pie and chips for their main course. The pie was tasty but did not have a lot of meat in it. Would we return for dinner - maybe In 6 months when hopefully there is more consistency in the meals produced.
  16. BrynK

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Well presented, staff were very friendly and amenable, nothing was too much trouble. Food was excellent, the Pie is one of the Best I have had fullstop Great ambience and wine selection.
  17. ChristineF

    Canberra

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 31, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    Food was a little disappointing. The venue has been refurbished and looks good however we probably won’t go back for a meal.
  18. CarolC

    Canberra

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Enjoyable family get together. One had pie- enjoyed. One had fish and chips - good, hot, crisp chips. Three of us shared Charcuterie board, scallops, bread and dips and prawn cutlets. Prawns particularly good. Cheese on board fairly tasteless, would prefer a sharp cheddar. Service from Tanya was excellent. We'll be back.
  19. MichaelT

    Canberra

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 22, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Love the new refurb. The food was terrific and the service was attentive. The only criticism I have is that the wines were overpriced.
  20. JJBDT

    Canberra

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall2food4service3ambience1
    Very noisy even though not really crowded. The food order was not recorded properly, so not all of it came out and the missing meals had to be re- ordered. The food quality was very good, as was the table service.
  21. OpenTable Diner

    New South Wales

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Great food well cooked good service very tasty well prepared and presented
  22. SeanS

    Canberra

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Perfect for a casual weekday lunch. The grilled snapper was faultless!
  23. Surprised

    Canberra

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    Fabulous pub food, great drinks and beautiful surroundings, what more could you want?
  24. Stevedc27

    Las Vegas

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 9, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Limited menu but the food was of a high standard. Will be back.
  25. AnneC

    Canberra

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 7, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    The dining area looks great and our table for 11 was well-situated. Thanks to the manager who brought a wine taste to my table 90 seconds after the bar staff had twice refused me one. (I had explained I wanted to buy a $36 bottle of white but wasn't familiar with the wine, so wanted a taste. I'm glad I got one because the wine was awful.) My fish and chips - no salad at all (unusual in my experience), a very dark batter which was also VERY oily; thankfully the ling itself was still nice. The price of wine - crazy expensive by the bottle. Most of us at the table are wine drinkers but only 1 glass was purchased. In summary, vrrh nice venue and a good vibe (it was Trivia night) but I wouldn't return as wine too expensive and I did NOT get good value for my very plain $25 meal.
  26. MargaretI

    Canberra

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 24, 2023

    overall4food3service4ambience4
    Clean and nice with good service from staff. Understanding of special diets needs to be improved as I found it awkward to ensure I ordered the right food. We did get there in the end.. I recommend this venue for a very pleasant meal out with the whole family. I suggest that the venue buy more high chairs. It’s a family are and venue and a limit of high chairs.
  27. Therese

    Brisbane

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Great service. The steak ended up being expensive as it was unaccompanied. Would definitely return.
  28. Cyn3

    Canberra

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 1, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    We enjoyed our meal. Not as much choice in food as the ‘old’ dining room : perhaps some specials when the new restaurant settles in. Staff welcoming and table service good.
  29. ChristineW

    Canberra

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great meal.. husband enjoyed steak.. best he has had ! Pie was delicious .. son really enjoyed his burger, Snitzel and coleslaw was a hit.Margarita was lovely.. lots of beer on tap.. service was great. Very friendly staff. Place looks great since renovation.Loved the cocktail room❤️
  30. OpenTable Diner

    Canberra

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great steak and flexible wine ordering

FAQs

The Statesman Hotel - Policy Dining is rated 4.3 stars by 30 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Statesman Hotel - Policy Dining

14 Theodore St, Curtin, AU-ACT 2605

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood

    Curtin

  • Hours of operation

    Daily 12:00 pm–10:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Australian, Bistro, Modern Australian

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Hotel Parking

  • Public transit

    58 bus

  • Payment options

    MasterCard, Visa

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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