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Malt Shovel Taphouse Geelong, Geelong, AU-VIC

Malt Shovel Taphouse Geelong

4.6
4.6
492 Reviews
$41 to $100
Modern Australian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 4 times today
  • Great for craft beers
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
At Malt Shovel, we still remember our first craft beer. A life-changing moment. A world of floral hops. A world of toffee malts. A world of discovery, refreshment and satisfaction. Craft beer was here and things would be the same again.

At Malt Shovel Taphouse Geelong the focus will be on authentic stories and flavours that make craft beer so unique. It will have a changing roster of great beers combined with great people and great food.

**Please note**
Inside bookings are a combination of low tables are high tables and chairs. Bookings of 10+ will be on a high table.
All bookings outside are required to order at the bar.
All Friday-Sunday bookings of 20+ prior to 8.30 will be required to choose one of our group menus please send us an email to confirm these options.
Kitchen:
Sunday-Wednesday 11.30-3pm then 5-approx 8.30
Friday & Saturday 11.30am-3 then 5-approx 8.30
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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Modern Australian, Brewery, Gastro Pub
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (03) 5222 8756
  • Payment options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    At the Malt Shovel, we can cater for a variety of private events from small and intimate to large scale functions. Offering both sit down three- course dinners and canape style functions to suit all occasions from baby showers, birthday parties to engagements. Email us for more information or stop by and check the venue out
  • Neighborhood
    Geelong City Center
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 492 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

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

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  • Geelong

    Best Service

  • Geelong

    Best Ambiance

  • Geelong

    Neighborhood gem

  • Geelong

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Malt Shovel Taphouse Geelong consistently delivers "amazing food" and "awesome staff" in a "fantastic venue." Guests appreciate the "great range of beers" and cocktails, and the "friendly service." The "atmosphere is gorgeous," perfect for group gatherings. While some find it pricey, the "quality of the food justifies the price." Highly recommended!

492 Reviews
  1. Donna

    Victoria1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Second time we have dined here now. Will definitely be back.

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  2. Joseph VIP

    Victoria21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service as always, really enjoyed the lamb.

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  3. Joel

    Victoria2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing pub, food is awesome, service is fast and efficient. We dine at Malt Shovel Taphouse regularly and it consistently impresses our expectations.

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  4. BecW

    Victoria7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great staff and food and cocktails , was great !!!

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  5. Ray

    Victoria13 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fast service and very good staff. The staff were great and helpful. The atmosphere was good and a good crowd. It does get noisy buts that's to be expected. The food was nice ,the only food I was not happy with was the pita bread dip. The pita bread was not cooked enough, a bit doey. I will be back, just not have the pita bread dips .

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  6. Ashley

    Victoria3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on January 16, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great space, attentive staff and very good food, good feel.

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  7. Joel

    Victoria2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great atmosphere, amazing food and great service. this place is always our go to for a great night out with friends.

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  8. Karen

    Victoria1 review

    5.0

    Dined on December 25, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautifully cooked and presented food with the freshest salads I’ve ever had in a restaurant. Great value and welcoming staff.

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  9. Andrew

    Melbourne1 review

    5.0

    Dined on December 25, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My wife and I had the set menu Christmas lunch. It was a very good experience. Food, service and atmosphere was excellent, very good value for money.

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  10. Stewart

    Victoria1 review

    3.0

    Dined on December 25, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    It was okay food-wise, but the service was lacking on the day we were there. Overall, it was good, and we would probably go again when in Geelong.

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Malt Shovel Taphouse Geelong is rated 4.6 stars by 492 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 4 times today
Google Map for Malt Shovel Taphouse Geelong

Corner Malop St & Bellerine Street, Geelong, AU-VIC 3220

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Geelong City Center
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Modern Australian, Brewery, Gastro Pub
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (03) 5222 8756
  • Private party facilities
    At the Malt Shovel, we can cater for a variety of private events from small and intimate to large scale functions. Offering both sit down three- course dinners and canape style functions to suit all occasions from baby showers, birthday parties to engagements. Email us for more information or stop by and check the venue out
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