Cambrian Hotel

Top choice in Victoria


A must for lovers of craft beer, this laid-back country-style pub has an impressive choice of Aussie microbrews on tap. There's a casual backyard beer garden with retro couches, a large projector screen, and regular comedy events. The food is another reason to visit, with $10 counter-meal specials, slow-cooked smoked barbecue and Caribbean-style curries.


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