Micawber Tavern

4.2

779 Reviews

$40 and under

Pub

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2 people

Dec 5, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 27 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for groups
Charming
Great for outdoor dining

An English Tavern located in the Dandenong Ranges, serving warm meals and cold beer. With a fireplace inside and a massive beer garden, we are an all year around venue perfect for all occasions.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$40 and under
Cuisines
Pub, Irish, English
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 12:00 pm–12:00 am Sat 11:00 am–12:00 am Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm
Phone number
(03) 9754 8660
Website
http://www.micawbertavern.com.au/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
Private Dining RoomOutdoor DeckingBeer GardenPrivate Front RoomBar DiningBistro

Location
65/71 Monbulk Rd, Belgrave, AU-VIC 3160
Neighborhood
Belgrave
Parking details
Private Lot
Public transit
663 Bus arrives outside, Belgrave train station is a 10 minute walk
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Parma Night- every Wednesday!
Multiple dates available
Enjoy one of our delicious special parmas and a pot/ glass of wine/ soft drink for just $29! Every week we will have 3 new interesting parmas for you to try.
Veg Roast Pre-Order
Multiple dates available
If you're after a vegetarian option to our famous Roast of the Day look no further, simply add this to your booking and we'll make sure a Veg roast is prepared for your booking. All veg roasts must be pre-ordered by a day or more, any bookings made the day of cannot be guaranteed. The Veg Roast is $30, please note how many people are booking for it in the special requests section. Thank you :)
Christmas Day at Micawber Tavern
A$40.00 - A$145.00 per person
Prepaid
Dec 25, 2024 only
Treat yourself to a special Christmas Day buffet at Micawber Tavern crafted by our chefs and make this Christmas a day to relax and indulge. Christmas Day Buffet Menu Enjoy a 2-hour buffet sitting of the following: Seafood Station Charcuterie & Cheese Carvery Roasted Vegetables Seasonal Salads Desserts Kids Menu (Under 12 $40pp) Includes a choice of Penne Napoli, Cheeseburger & Chips, Fish & Chips, and Frog in a Pond with Ice Cream, plus a Christmas activity set. Book your spot now for an unforgettable Christmas celebration!

Popular dishes

Marinated Mount Zero OlivesA$8.00
Soup of The DayA$16.00
Bread rolls *GF
Cob LoafA$10.00
Choice of cultured butter, garlic butter or Thornton groove olive oil
Buffalo BurrataA$24.00
Peperonata, focaccia, basil oil *GF
Crispy CalamariA$18.00
Rocket & fennel salad, lime mayo *GF
Buffalo Chicken WingsA$19.00
Blue cheese, celery GF
Roasted Spice CauliflowerA$18.00
Spiced sweet potato, beetroot hummus, puffed quinoa, coconut yogurt VG GF

Parmas & Schnitzels

Chicken ParmaA$29.50
250g Chicken breast, napoli sauce, streaky bacon, triple cheese, chips & salad *GF
Chicken SchnitzelA$26.00
250g Chicken breast, chips & salad *GF
Irish ParmaA$32.00
250g Chicken breast, black pudding, McDonnells curry sauce, onion rings, chips & salad
Vegetarian ParmaA$29.50
Veggie schnitzel, napoli sauce, broccolini, triple cheese, chips & salad V
Vegetarian SchnitzelA$26.00
Veggie schnitzel, chips & salad V

Chargrilled Steaks

All served with duck fat potatoes

Wagyu Rump MS5+ 250gr GFA$38.00
Scotch Fillet John Dee grass fed, 300gr GFA$52.00

Burgers

Micawber Tavern CheeseburgerA$26.00
Lettuce, tomato, pickles, burger sauce, chips *GF
Jerk Fried Chicken BurgerA$30.00
Charred pineapple salsa, creamy slaw, cheese, pickled onion, chips
Vegetarian BurgerA$28.00
Lettuce, tomato, pickles, burger sauce, chips

Mains

Prawn & Chorizo LinguineA$38.00
Preserved lemon, chilli, cherry tomatoes
Curry of the DayA$28.00
Ask staff for todays special (GF without bread)
Spiced Lamb RumpA$42.00
Roast pumpkin, pea & zucchini salad, preserved lemon, goats curd GF
Pan Fried SalmonA$36.00
Crushed potatoes, charred asparagus, Asian greens, black bean lime & red pepper sauce
Falafel SaladA$28.00
Falafel, sweet potato, kale tabbouleh, pearl cous cous, pita croutons, smoked harissa hummus, lemon
Crispy CalamariA$28.00
Fennel & rocket salad, chips, lime mayo *GF
250GR PorterhouseA$36.00
Chips, salad, choice of sauce GF
Pork RibsA$36.00
Chips, slaw, whiskey BBQ sauce
Beer Battered FishA$28.00
Chips, salad, tartare sauce *GF

Sides

ChipsA$12.00
Salt & Vinegar Onion RingsA$12.00
Green SaladA$10.00
Mixed leaf, cucumber, fennel, radish, cherry tomatoes GF
Roast PotatoesA$14.00
Rosemary, garlic GF
SaucesA$4.00
House Made Gravy, Mushroom Sauce, Peppercorn Sauce, Curry Sauce, Chimichurri, Garlic Butter

Kids

Under 14

Spaghetti BologneseA$14.00
Margherita Pizza VA$14.00
Half Schnitzel & Chips *GFA$14.00
Cheeseburger & Chips *GFA$14.00
Dixie Cup Ice-Cream - chocolate or vanillaA$4.00

Desserts

Vanilla Creme BrûléeA$16.00
Madelines, lemon curd
Strawberry CheesecakeA$16.00
Basil cream, candied hazelnuts
Sticky Date PuddingA$14.00
Butterscotch, blueberries, toasted marshmellow, vanilla ice-cream GF

What 779 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.2

4.2 based on recent ratings

4.2Food
4.1Service
4.3Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

Victoria
Hot spot
Victoria
Great for live music
Victoria
Most Booked
Yarra Valley Ranges
Great for brunch
Yarra Valley Ranges
Kid-friendly
Yarra Valley Ranges
Gluten-free-friendly
Yarra Valley Ranges
Good for groups
Yarra Valley Ranges
Healthy
Yarra Valley Ranges
Neighborhood gem
Yarra Valley Ranges
Great for outdoor dining
Yarra Valley Ranges
Vegetarian-friendly
Yarra Valley Ranges
Lively
Yarra Valley Ranges
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Micawber Tavern offers a charming atmosphere with "fantastic" staff and "delicious" roasts. Known for its festive events, cozy fireside seating, and live music, it's a delightful spot for both intimate dinners and lively gatherings. Some diners note occasional delays, but the overall experience of great food and warm service shines through.

779 Reviews

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Stephie
Melbourne
11 reviews
4.0
11 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delish roast - love being able to have a big ol Sunday roast sitting by the stream 🥰
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Cath
Melbourne
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
The Sunday roast was delicious- great value. Great attentive service.
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Chris
Victoria
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 26, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
If you like a rich and creamy protein based meal full of flavour… the barramundi was absolutely delicious!!!!
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Audrey
Melbourne
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
Food was very good and portion sizes were huge. Place was really busy and not enough staff. They were rushed off their feet and it took an hour to get our food. Worth the wait though.
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Deborah
Melbourne
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 4, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Have eaten here several times but tonight missed the mark. Had to wait ages for our order to be taken, slow delivery of food and main meals arrived 10-15 mins apart and cold when eaten. Cauliflower steak wasn't nice as just given stalk of cauliflower head which was tough to eat. Lamb rump looked nothing like the photo of the menu and served as a kebab and definitely not worth $46. Come on Micawber lift your game. Bailey's chocolate mouse was to die for and waiter/ress service good.
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Julee
Hawaii
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 29, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Quaint tavern with lovely ambience nestled in the hills. Good menu range. Will return another time again!
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Gary
New South Wales
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on October 27, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Great place for Sunday lunch and some live music.
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Phil
Melbourne
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 22, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Taco Tuesday .. ate from A la carte menu but had spicy margarita.: food was delish
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Julie
Victoria
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on October 20, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Lovely place to eat with a variety of meals available. Nice atmosphere and very quiet if you go early. It get very busy later in the dinner time so go in early if you can. meals were delicious and the serve was great, the young lady was efficient, polite and helpful. Thank you
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OpenTable Diner
Victoria
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 19, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was Ocktoberfest and was a really festive atmosphere. We had a great time.
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