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Bar, British, Pub
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Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options
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Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, After-hours
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Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile

Popped in for a quick beer as were booked for dinner elsewhere. Will definitely return for a dinner-observed delicious looking fish and chips being serviced! Eaten here heaps of times before and always enjoyed. Same staff as always. Warms and friendly hospitality

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 28 July 2023

Absolutely delicious food! Great drinks menu too. Real British pub fare and real pub vibe. Love the fireplace and decor. Will definitely be back.

Date of visit: July 2023
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Reviewed 3 July 2023 via mobile

This is our go-to restaurant when we visit the Dandenongs. The food and service is great and it’s quite popular. See you next time

Date of visit: July 2023
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Reviewed 2 July 2023 via mobile

Heard about but never been…were not disappointed! A family run old style pub definitely living in the now.. friendly and accommodating staff, generous and beautiful quality meals, our table of 7 people all totally loved our choices. A couple of desserts to share amongst us...all was plenty, home style cooking, just wonderful, fair prices and great beer and wine choices. Would absolutely recommend and will definitely return.More

Date of visit: July 2023
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Reviewed 28 June 2023

Just 😯 amazing food and amazing service - you have to try the mulled wine 🍷 out of this world 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

Date of visit: June 2023
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Reviewed 26 June 2023 via mobile

Great food great atmosphere mixed with country coastal town back shed music talent shows - this place is a must see , place to book for functions in the other cellar overlooking the stunning vineyard , Also a local hangout for festivals supporting artists Congratulations...on a fabulous turnaround from an old quirky dusty restaurant to an exceptionally catering place to be for every walk of life !More

Date of visit: June 2023
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Reviewed 23 June 2023 via mobile

Great tavern, great atmosphere. Food was absolutely mouthwatering, best parma’s we ever had. Well worth the drive, will definitely come back.

Date of visit: June 2023
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Reviewed 5 April 2023

Everything was great, the scenery is just lovely and the food was amazing, although we didn't get a taste of our drinks as the waitress serving us spilled a few drinks😨. I would come back, just pray we don't get that waitress again! 🙏😜

Date of visit: February 2023
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Reviewed 12 March 2023 via mobile

Went here after the 1000 steps. Wonderful family meal with lots of great food and drink options and very friendly service from the whole team. Highly recommended.

Date of visit: March 2023
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Reviewed 30 September 2022

We had the best evening tonight - great atmosphere, friendly & engaging staff (who were VERY busy - but not too busy to be helpful). The food was ample and delicious! Highly recommend this place - booking could be a good idea, they were packed!

Date of visit: September 2022
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Reviewed 9 August 2022

Had an amazing Sunday evening in this delight english pub in Olinda. Dined with elderly parents and the staff accommodated us at the table beside the open fire which was just tremendously thoughtful. Staff were amazing, meals were very homely, warm atmosphere! Well worth a...visit for a meal or one of the on tap beers.More

Date of visit: August 2022
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Reviewed 6 May 2022

homey and warm little pub with loads of english food. Good service.. Choc dessert was heaven Definately recommend !

Date of visit: April 2022
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Reviewed 29 April 2022

My wife and I had dinner here recently during our holiday in Mount Dandenong, where we stayed two nights in a holiday cottage in Olinda. My wife had fish and chips with salad while I had scotch fillet steak with vegetables. We also had beers...with our meal. The food was good. The decor of this tavern is nice. Prices are a bit high but inflation is happening everywhere.More

Date of visit: April 2022
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Reviewed 18 April 2022 via mobile

A wonderful evening at this very English pub. Service was friendly and all staff were informative and attentive. The parma was huge and the beef and guineas pie wonderful. Great selection of beers. A must when in the Dandenong Ranges.

Date of visit: April 2022
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Reviewed 22 March 2022

Lovely pub with amazing food don’t eat too much before eating here as meals are enormous And yummy and desserts are delicious and fancy the staff were very friendly

Date of visit: March 2022
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susielennon
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Response from Margaret E | Reviewed this property |
According to Google the distance is 15.4 km and takes 23 mins travel time
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We have been there with the kids several times and always found the food delicious and plentiful. If you have kids there is also a good play area outside.
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PIG & WHISTLE TAVERN, Olinda - Updated 2023 Restaurant Reviews, Photos & Phone Number - Tripadvisor

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Pig & Whistle Tavern is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
  • Food: 4
  • Service: 4
  • Value: 4
  • Atmosphere: 4