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National Hotel
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About
Features
CUISINES
Bar, Pub, Australian
Meal types
Lunch, Dinner
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Gluten free options
FEATURES
Highchairs Available
Outdoor Seating
Reservations
Seating
Serves Alcohol
Table Service
Television
Wheelchair Accessible
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4.2
51 reviews
Excellent
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Very good
15
Average
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Poor
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Terrible
1
Wendy R
Melbourne10 contributions
Feb 2021 • family
We were able to sit in the beer garden with our two small dogs. Host was very welcoming and had reserved a terrific little table for us down in the corner. Perfect. We both ordered a Parma. It was tender, juicy and came with terrific chips and a lovely home made salad with about 6 veggies in it. First overnight in Clunes but it won’t be our last.
Written 5 February 2021
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Gerard T
23 contributions
June 2023 • couples
It’s a cold bleak day here in Clunes so we decided on the local pub for lunch. This was a fantastic idea, as we both enjoyed the Sunday Roast with all the trimmings. I washed my meal down with a Guinness on tap which was delicious as well. Customer service is a high priority at The National from the moment we walked in to the moment we left. Definitely recommend this establishment if you’re in the region, but get in early they’re extremely popular
Written 24 June 2023
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Clear-Direction
Melbourne61 contributions
Apr 2020 • none
We've always enjoyed the casual, friendly atmosphere at the Nash. Now, more than ever, we appreciate John and staff's service to the community. Evenings Thurs, Fri and Sat, yummy meals are available, take-away pick-up or even delivery. Pre-order for a delicious Sunday lunch roast. Very reasonable prices ($20 for barramundi, chips and salad), no washing up and a boost to their keeping going....Just call, relax and enjoy!
Written 14 April 2020
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Greyjay2021
Geelong31 contributions
Jan 2022 • none
After reading the previous reviews we were looking forward to a good country pub feed.
No one in the group enjoyed their meal. The parmi was a processed chicken schnitzel and topped with shredded ham of which my husband only ate half. The chips were highly processed too and cold, the open souvlaki had no flavour and we couldn’t even cut through bread. Surf and turf was minute steak topped with calamari and a sauce, hardly worth $30.
Such a shame for a cute county pub.
Written 29 January 2022
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56 contributions
Oct 2021 • couples
Should have stepped away when I saw The choice of beer on tap. But the waitress I had spoken to on the phone was friendly and helpful.
We sat in the beer garden, nothing exciting but pleasant enough in the sun. Unfortunately that’s where it ended.
Our go to orders in a pub when there is nothing jumping out are a burger & a steak sandwich, unfortunately they are often average, and unfortunately for us these were below average.
My disappointment with a steak sandwich usually starts when I see white sandwich loaf bread and this was backed up by over cooked & tough meat. To make things worse we’re the fluorescent yellow died frozen chips. Really, if you’re not hand cutting your own, there are plenty of frozen commercial options that are not offensive. Underwhelming burger too unfortunately.
Written 14 May 2022
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platypus150
Melbourne33333 contributions
Jan 2020 • none
I was drawn in by the menu posted on the wall that mentioned vegetable lasagna. I ordered it and was told it had all been eaten over the weekend. I asked about other vegetarian choices and was told there was lasagna, pizza, and they could make me a pumpkin salad. So I had a steak sandwich and put off vegetarian eating for another day. The price was reasonable and the quality OK. It came in toast (other pubs use Turkish Bread), with lettuce, tomato, beetroot, cheese, bacon, fried onions, and egg. There was a great tomato chutney on the side with the chips.
Written 27 January 2020
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Stephen-Bernie
Lyndhurst48 contributions
Feb 2020 • friends
The menu caters for a variety of tastes. The price range for meals is $20 to $30.
I had Baramundi and the wife had a seafood basket and both were good in quantity and taste. The steaks other had were great and the Lamb Shanks could be eaten with just a fork! No one in our group of 18 were unsatisfied. I'm also told the deserts were great.
Written 12 February 2020
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Dreamerweaver67
Mooroopna90 contributions
Nov 2024 • friends
Had dinner here with a friend on a nice night that meant we could sit outside. Menu was varied. I had a fantastic pumpkin salad and my friend a seafood basket and we were both really very happy with our food. Good house wine from the bar. Dinner was a little slow but they were busy and its was so good all is forgiven. Staff were friendly and the prices were good.
Written 13 November 2024
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Carmen J
Melbourne3 contributions
Feb 2024 • friends
Good food, good service. Food was lovely. Nice country pub joined with country hospitality. Enjoyed our visit always lovely to seek the history of these little country towns that are in this beautiful land we call home.
Written 13 April 2024
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Colin G
Talbot3 contributions
Oct 2022 • none
Almost a local (15 k away) but on a whim went back to the Nat for lunch today after a long absence. Surprised looking at recent reviews as we have never had a crook feed there so was apprehensive. Food was brilliant !!!! I had the chicken & pumpkin lasagna, chips & salad. Hubby had the Barra, chips & salad. Small serve of lasagna but was beautiful and creamy and tasty along with nice hot chips and an obviously freshly made salad. 2 nice pieces of crispy battered Barra, chips & same salad and heaps of Tartare sauce. Enough room for 2 of the yummiest Banana fritters we have had for ages. Nice and crisp batter again without the burning hot banana, big scoop of creamy ice cream and maple syrup. Accompanying bottle of Pino Gris made the perfect lunch. Thank you again John & Jenny for great lunch.
Written 28 October 2022
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gwendarae@bigpond.com
4 contributions
Apr 2022 • couples
After hearing great reviews about the Sunday roast I was very disappointed, the meal was served up in a bowl lukewarm vegetables potatoes that were more than likely leftover from the week before certainly not roasted and I got an instant migraine after eating the lamb that was covered in gravy I am thinking it had MSG in it also my partner's chicken parma was like a half of chicken plonked on the plate with burnt cheese on top and again lukewarm vegetables and chips, we are pensioners and we save our money up so we can go out and support our community and have a lovely meal so disappointing I noticed that the Criterion pub across the road was absolutely booming next time I will be spending my money elsewhere
Written 25 April 2022
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travis
Wallan11 contributions
June 2021 • friends
Fantastic little county pub with awesome food and a great vibe.
Meals were delicious and plenty on the plate. Well priced and lots of locals up for a good chat. Will visit again
Written 25 November 2021
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chris h
6 contributions
May 2021 • none
Great atmosphere. authentic country pub. meals good, beer cold. happy hour bustle. raffle. welcoming staff
Written 22 May 2021
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Tracie A
Clunes11 contributions
Nov 2020 • friends
Great traditional pub food, wonderful and friendly staff and an awesome beer garden.
Wine delicious as well😊
Written 12 November 2020
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KazGeelong
85 contributions
Aug 2020 • family
Great country pub with great food and atmosphere. Friendly staff and mist accommodating to all needs.
Written 4 August 2020
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