Sir Charles Darling Hotel
ProHighlights
- Group functions held in a sectioned-off part of the bar, with no room hire
- Set menus can be arranged for seated dinners
- Bar seats 60 and the bistro a further 65
About Sir Charles Darling Hotel
The Sir Charles Darling Hotel is a family owned and family run pub on Bellerine Street, sitting between the Geelong Waterfront and Geelong Hospital. Meals are the centre of the place, and the family describes it as restaurant-standard cooking at pub prices. There is no separate function room. Instead, groups are given a sectioned-off part of the bar, which means no room hire is charged. The bar seats about 60 and works as a second dining room, with the same menu and prices as the bistro, which seats around 65. Out the back, a small non-smoking beer garden has three solid ironbark tables for eight, kept apart from a covered smoking area. For functions, the team prefers to plan each booking around what the group has in mind. Seated dinners can run on a set menu, and businesses often pre-order lunches so meals arrive promptly at a set time. The menu leans on generous local favourites, with steaks a highlight. The kitchen takes dietary needs seriously, with plenty of options for coeliacs, vegetarian dishes, vegan meals on request and special plates for other allergies. The pub trades Monday to Saturday and is closed on Sundays, so plan functions within those days. There are no poker machines on site.
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Frequently asked questions
Is there a function room?
No. Functions are held in a sectioned-off part of the bar, and because of that there is no room hire fee.
How many guests can the pub seat?
The bar seats about 60 and the bistro about 65. Group sizes for a function in the bar area are worked out with the team when you book.
Can we have a set menu?
Yes. A set menu can be organised for seated dinners, and the team shapes each function around what the group wants to do.
Do you cater for coeliacs and vegans?
Yes. There are extensive gluten-free options and staff are trained in handling allergies. Vegetarian dishes are on the menu and vegan meals can be catered for.
Can we pre-order meals for a work lunch?
Yes. Pre-orders are common for business lunches, so meals are ready at the time you set. Your group needs to be seated by that time.
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Helen Lacy (Lace23)
a week ago
Sensational service from all of the super friendly staff. They really went the extra mile for us, creating a celebratory sign for the table. Food was great, especially the scaloppine!
Michael Keane
4 weeks ago
Steaks were large and cooked perfectly. Great portion size of chips and salad. Super friendly staff and locals. If you're after a delicious meal in a friendly pub I can't recommend this place enough. Fantastic!
Sonya Cay
4 weeks ago
No nonsense, pub food. I ordered the porterhouse steak special (available Monday and Tuesday nights). It is very reasonably priced at $35 and you get a massive plate of chips and salad. Definitely a quantity over quality…
Marios Theophanous
10 months ago
The staff are friendly and helpful, creating a welcoming atmosphere. The food is good and particularly suited to those who enjoy generous portion sizes, though it may be less appealing for diners who prioritise refined q…
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