Since 1870, this local boozer has been well-loved for nailing the basics: good times, cold drinks and hearty food.
These days, it's a tad more upmarket than its days of yore, offering up fancy-fied bar snacks like corn and scamorza croquettes, Asian-inspired crispy chicken ribs and a delectable little lobster and prawn roll with salmon caviar.
But if you're after some no-nonsense pub grub, you can't go wrong with the juicy Wagyu cheeseburger or beer-battered fish and chips with mushy peas. The Vic's hand-crumbed parma is another winner, while hearty protein mains like the Otway pork cutlet, 300-gram rostbiff and 250-gram scotch steak will keep the meat lovers happy
While the menu may be updated to reflect modern tastes, the pub's timeless charm remains with stripped wooden furnishings, a spacious main bar and a welcoming, no-frilles vibe all year round.
A solid drinks list covers the gamut, with a broad offering of mainly Australian wines (plus a smattering of European drops), local-heroing beer taps selection, spirits and expertly mixed cocktails. For more info, visit the website.