Basically this is a wine bar, so if you know what wine bars are like, you are going to be pretty…read morespot on when it comes to this place. Mind you, I'm one of those people that will end up drinking beer at a wine bar, and that is certainly something that I ended up doing here. Actually, their beer selection was pretty good as well, something that I also quite appreciated. It was rather packed, but then again it was a Friday night, but the service was pretty good nonetheless.

A full house for a Saturday afternoon shows that this addition to Geelong's gastro repertoire does…read morehit the mark. An excellent local wine bar. For me, the enjoyment was almost as much in the well restored historic shopfront and interior as in the locally sourced wine. Well, almost. The Banks Road Shiraz (Bellarine Peninsula) was rich and fruity. The Barossa counterpart (in case you wish to escape from Geelong) was an exceptional alternative too. Be sure to order a cheese and or a charcuterie platter, or both, to enjoy with your Winter warmer (or Summer spritz). I'm excited that the Geelong social scene is coming of age.

The highlight of this place is the location...there is no place better on a bright, sunny day. The…read morefood is fairly typical for a bar/pub, good without being anything special. Plenty of beer and wine options and the outdoor area down the side has been a fantastic addition. Great place for groups and popular with locals on a Friday and Saturday night...and the Sunday recovery sessions are perfection.

Good menu and friendly staff. Very busy in the evening, but still got food in good time. Great…read morelocation. Also went back for breakfast and again all good.

Well, they let me charge my mobile phone, so honestly, what more can I say about this place. Well,…read morethere are quite a few things that I could say about this place, other than that which was definitely a change from the reception I received at the last place I asked that question. Well, they have some good beers on tap which is another thing that is going to grab me, and they also have a rooftop deck, which is definitely pretty cool. Yeah, its one of those hidden gems that I definitely really do like.

It's back open! What was a Geelong institution for YEEEARS when I was a young lass is finally back…read moreopen after a long hiatus. For a while there it turned into a rather confusing cocktail bar... strange considering it's suburban location and huge space. It's a classic and comfortable Irish pub. Sit at the bar and chat to the friendly barkeep or sit on the cosy couch, which has likely had thousands of butts sit on it before you, and watch the footy. I settled in by the bar for a Guinness (what else) and admired the 18 beers on tap (!!!) and the cute signs and photos splashed all over the walls. There is a restaurant within the space but I did not dine there so can't comment on the food. However if you are in the mood for a lazy afternoon beer turned rowdy evening, Irish Murphy's is the place to be - I suspect it will become even cosier once winter fully hits.

I can't say that this pub really stood out all that much, expect for the fact that from the outside…read moreit did look like a pretty nice old-style pub. However, it would be your pretty standard suburban pub, meaning that they really don't have a huge selection of beers on tap. However the staff were quite nice, and the inside was quite laid back and relaxing. It was okay, just not great.

This is my local watering hole in Geelong, and I believe it's the best pub in town. Great…read moreatmosphere, friendly staff and lots of different entertainment on different nights. Oh, did I mention the food? Great food. These guys serve the best Chicken Parma in town, without a doubt. Check it out, you won't be disappointed! !

When I stumbled across this seemingly fried chicken and wine restaurant, I thought how very Geelong…read moreyet was eager to try it.  As it turns out, Hot Chicken project is a Nashville inspired hot chicken and  organic wine diner of Aaron Turner fame (previously of Belle's Fitzroy and Loam).   Hot Chicken project perfects chicken and spices it according to your preference.  I ordered the chicken tenders. They were plump and juicy served with the most delectable shoe string fries I've had in a long time. The organic or natural wine is great too.  Start with your colour of choice and ask to sample the wines de  jour.  You'll be enjoying a healthy glass of your new favourite drop in no time. The ambience is casual and friendly, with excellent attentive and passionate staff.   Talk about winner, winner chicken dinner!  The chicken project is boldly fresh and fun and a supurb addition to Geelong's emerging foodie scene.

Very low quality chicken. Grey and rubbery with pink blotches all over it. The cheese on the…read morechicken burger is cheap processed slices of orange plastic.