While the well-known boozer Keg and Brew has always been a reliable spot to bend your elbow, some might’ve missed the news that it underwent a $10 million refurb back in 2019.
The heritage exterior and downstairs bar with its American-themed design – all cowhide panels, cowboy print crimson wallpaper and rock and roll soundtrack – haven’t changed, but the carpets of its upper levels have been ripped up to start again. Levels one and two – once used as accommodation – are now functioning as sleek bar and dining levels. Here, you can join the Keg’s weekly trivia night every Wednesday, or book out the space to throw your next birthday bash or company drinks. You’ll get private access to the bar and some delicious menu options. Order up some canape platters for your group or book in for a three course sit down menu if you have something more formal in mind.
The venue has also extended to feature a leafy green rooftop bar area with city views where they’ve installed TV screens to fill the space so you can sink a pint while settling in for a NRL or AFL match on weekends. Plus, a large pizza oven is cooking up fresh authentic Italian-style pizzas to tuck into. Other gastro-pub style dishes fill the menu including crispy skin pork belly and Linguine Pescatore, but you can also opt for Aussie pub classics with schnitty, steak and burgers making the cut.
With more than 50 beer taps behind the bars (not to mention monthly specials and limited-edition offerings) you’ll be spoilt for choice. Start out by trying something new from a small local brewery before moving on to the tried and tested golden oldies. If beer isn’t tickling your fancy, sample the extensive local and international wines on offer or ask the team to pour you something from the assortment of spirits. Levelling up? Flip to the cocktail menu where they’ll mix you up an Old Fashioned or Espresso Martini for $19, or grab a whole jug to share on the rooftop.
Head down or book a table now.
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