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The Empress Hotel, Fitzroy North, AU-VIC

The Empress Hotel

4.7
4.7
172 Reviews
$40 and under
Australian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 6 times today
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Kid-friendly
  • Good for groups
Established in 1873 as The Empress of India, The Empress retains its old world charm; it is brought into the here and now with a focus on craft beer, quality produce, and exceptional service.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Australian
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 12:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Phone number
    (03) 9486 5005
  • Payment options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    Looking to host an event or function in Melbourne’s inner-north? The Empress Hotel in Fitzroy North is one of Melbourne’s most iconic venues. Featuring a Dining Hall, Beer Garden, and Public Bar The Empress is suitable for all occasions. If you’re looking for a no fuss event for 20 – 100 people then get in touch and plan your next group booking with us.
  • Neighborhood
    Fitzroy North
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Scotchmer Street Stop 21 - Route 96 Pigdon Street - Route 96
  • Additional
    Beer, Beer Garden, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 172 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.6Value

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172 Reviews
  1. Marita

    Brisbane

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 29, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent food, excellent service. A terrific place to meet with family and friends. Their large table in the dining room is perfect for a family of 12. Staff were welcoming and made every effort to make our dining experience enjoyable. Thank you!

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  2. Phillip

    Melbourne

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 6, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Friendly staff, good food and great vibes. 100% recommend!

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  3. Lisa

    Melbourne

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 26, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    As always such a nice relaxed evening with friendly service and good food. Only issue was we could smell smoke coming from the smoking area but otherwise was a perfect night for a low key birthday dinner :)

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Melbourne

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 23, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Cheerful friendly neighbourhood pub with great staff and a dog friendly beer garden

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Melbourne

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 21, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great meal deal, with friendly staff and good tap options.

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  6. TMDJ

    Melbourne

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on June 30, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    In the dining there was cage fighting being streamed which made it very difficult to chat with company especially our parents.

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  7. James

    Melbourne

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 23, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Food seems to have dropped off a fair bit, each time we come its not as good as the last.

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  8. JodieM

    Melbourne

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 18, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love our local so much we go every week. Great value and delicious food.

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  9. LuanaC

    Melbourne

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on October 28, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Empress is a great pub! Food is always tasty and dishes are generous. Good prices too! The staff are welcoming, friendly and helpful. They have poochie-friendly to boot!! Bonus - best beer-battered chips ever!! We are regulars - we keep going back - that says a LOT!!!

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  10. GruntD

    Melbourne

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 14, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place to have $1 Wings on a thursday night with friends.

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FAQs

The Empress Hotel offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (03) 9486 5005.

The Empress Hotel is rated 4.7 stars by 172 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
Booked 6 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Empress Hotel

714 Nicholson St, Fitzroy North, AU-VIC 3068

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Fitzroy North
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 12:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Price
    $40 and under
  • Cuisines
    Australian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Scotchmer Street Stop 21 - Route 96 Pigdon Street - Route 96
  • Payment options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Beer Garden, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (03) 9486 5005
  • Private party facilities
    Looking to host an event or function in Melbourne’s inner-north? The Empress Hotel in Fitzroy North is one of Melbourne’s most iconic venues. Featuring a Dining Hall, Beer Garden, and Public Bar The Empress is suitable for all occasions. If you’re looking for a no fuss event for 20 – 100 people then get in touch and plan your next group booking with us.
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