I would suggest that this place is sort of a cross between a pub and a burger joint, but somebody…read moremight point out that that tends to be the case with most pubs anyway. Well, not quite because a pub burger and a burger joint burger tend to be vastly different, particularly since pub burgers tend to be much larger. Anyway, down stairs looks pretty much like your standard American Diner, while upstairs is more of a sportsbar, though a sports bar that actually has a bit of charm about it. Okay, while not a place I would put high on my lists, it still has some good things about it.

For a group of 60+ people pre booked. Customer service 1…read morestar staff were not attentive we had to find staff to ask what tables were ours. Guests were still sitting at tables when staff finally decided to clean up (8:30pm) and moved every on so they could set up for night club. They threw out drinks that were 1/2 full sitting beside personal belongs and guests still near by. Food 2 stars- medium rare steak was extremely well done. Others enjoyed their burgers. Bar and wait staff were not friendly. will never book a function at this venue again. However the lady on the food pass down stairs was friendly and helpful.

This place has certainly changed a lot since I was last here. The pub is nothing short of awesome,…read moreif the bar at the back is anything to go by. The staff were super friendly, and quite chatty, and the beer selection was absolutely amazing. In a way I'm glad that I decided to go and revisit all of the pubs that I have visited the last time I was up in Bendigo because honestly, they have changed heaps - especially this one.

This place has a sports bar, pokies and a nice little restaurant. Good selection on the menu. Very…read morelarge servings. They even cater for kids. Food was good and came out fast. Staff are friendly.

The food at Ballarat North Football Sports Club is the most disgusting meal I have been served in…read moreyears! My partner and I both ordered Roasts of the Day. After what felt like ages, bc it had been 45 minutes, our Roast Lamb meals arrived. They had been heated up in the microwave! Not just the meat, but also vegetables. It wasn't even a busy night!! We ended up leaving 90% of our meal, and went home to have vegemite on toast. When asked by staff how our meal was, we told them the truth - that to wait for such a long time we expected more than a reheated meal. What was worse was the attitude gotten from front-of-house staff. When management were spoken to, they were just as rude. If possible, when giving them a review, if a zero out of 5 star rating was possibly, then that is what they would receive as that is all they are worth - and honestly, that would be generous. I, as the Board of Ballarat North Sports Club, would seriously reconsider the employment of 2 persons of Management - Michael Lucas and Patrick Thornton. I am not one to usually complain without trying to go through the right channels first. I spent just over 2 months trying to do as such with Michael and Patrick, before posting this negative review. I got no where with these 2 employees!!

The rudest service I have ever encountered. Hubby and I went to eat for a quick Sunday dinner on…read morethe way back into Ballarat. Through we would stop into here. What a mistake. I ordered the Carvery, while hubby had a-la-carte. The meal was nice enough but when I went up to order my desert I was astounded at how rude the waitress was. Apparently with the carvery meal, the only deserts that you can order are from the cake fridge. We were not told this, and even though the waitress admitted that she forgot to tell us this, there was no apology. I went to ask a question (can I just pay extra and have a desert from the a-la-carte menu) and all I got out was "Can I" when she jumped down my throat stating that she should have told us, but she didn't. No apology, just I didn't do it. She was so rude that we just had what we were allowed and left. We will never go back there again, because the whole time, no one even bothered to explain how the club worked and just presumed that we had been there before. Disgusting and rude.

I'm not quite sure if I have managed to visit every one of these hotels yet but I suspect that I am…read moregetting close to it. I have to admit that I am somewhat impressed with their evolution over time, namely in regards to the beers that are available, and the fact that they have raised the concept of a sports bar to a new level, namely that they feel much better to sit down with a drink, and a lot less sleazy, that others. Of course, one of the main things that sets them apart is the fact that they pretty much has no pokies.

It's a 3.2. Stopped for a quick drink after an appointment (and, before anyone starts drawing…read moreconclusions I have at least three AFDs a week. This is an interest not a lifestyle). The fitout of this sports bar didn't do a lot for me. A bit grey and dull, I reckon. The scotches on offer were a bit pedestrian. I chose a Glenfiddich which was ok but as always no standout performer. Service was just ok here without any real warmth or human interest. I actually prefer the pokies pub up the road - and I momentarily forget its name - despite the fact that I detest pokies. The atmosphere is better there. The staff have been lovely there when I've visited. Tim E's review encourages me to discount thoughts of ever eating at the Sporting Club. In the end the only thing I really liked was the name of the place although a person I trust likes this place. Such is life. PS - I later remembered the name of the pub up the road. It's called The Vine. The front bar is called The Vineyard. In all of Melbourne there's not a place that looks less like a vineyard.

I thought this place was familiar when I walked inside, though that was odd because I haven't been…read moreto Geelong in quite a while. Well, it turns out I had visited one in Ballarat. Actually, it turns out that these are popping up all over the place. It's probably not a bad thing, though I must admit that sports bars aren't really my scene. This particular one was okay, but it wasn't one of the best pubs that I've been to, and they really didn't have a huge selection of beers on tap either.

Suburban life experience with sport everywhere you turn. Good pubstyle food and American portionsread more

As a returning patron after a couple years travelling, I was pleasantly surprised at what the…read moreBallcourt has become. The main bar is pretty much the same, but they have redone the patio and have added another bar and pool table utilising previously unused space. The food was always good, but they have improved here as well. The downside to visiting the Ballcourt is the service. I have found myself doing a lot of waiting at an empty bar to have someone eventually saunter over to eventually grab me a beer or waiting 45 minutes for a garlic bread with cheese at lunch. There's just no urgency or personality. Pros: Good food, nice patio, pool tables, Cons: Slow unfriendly service

Very nice place for a drink and a delicious lunch. The food was reasonably priced, very hearty…read moreservings which I'm a big fan of, and freshly prepared in very good time. I won't hesitate to return. Clean premises, user friendly staff and lots of yummy food always has me coming back without hesitation.

Honestly, it was about time for a pub to be set up here, even though there already happens to be a…read moreshopping centre pub at Watergardens, except that that one happens to be on the other side of the shopping centre. This one, however, is much better, and much more convenient, namely because it happens to be halfway between the cinemas and the station. Oh, and they also have some pretty good beers on tap as well.

The food is ok but way too over priced, if the food was incredible then it would be understandable…read morebut the food is like a 5/10. Don't even get me started on the food wait, you go there buying like 2 meal and your wait a good 45 minutes, for the price and mediocre food its just not worth it. There is a couple good things about this place, their booths have little tvs were you can change the Chanel to what ever you want and if your not in a booth there are tvs everywhere playing different games. There is also a bar and pool tables. All around I wouldn't recommend.

Very relaxed atmosphere, a nice selection of tap beer. Food menu was good, Lamb Souvalaki excellentread more

Fantastic gastropub with a cool chilled vibe. We rocked in wearing our mountain biking gear and…read morewere greeted warmly and shown to a great casual table. Try the Pork Belly donuts and polenta chips! We've had the specials the last two times we've been - tonight's pulled lamb roast was sensational, and could only have been improved with a touch more gravy. The extensive craft beer list will satisfy the most discerning beer lover - we enjoyed (again) the Temple Brewing Bicycle Beer.