Opening hours
| Monday | 9 am – 5 am |
| Tuesday | 9 am – 5 am |
| Wednesday | 9 am – 5 am |
| Thursday | 9 am – 5 am |
| Friday | 9 am – 5 am |
| Saturday | 9 am – 5 am |
| Sunday | 9 am – 5 am |
Times shown in local time (Melbourne). Public holiday hours may differ.
- Address873 Mount Alexander Road, Essendon VIC
- Phone(03) 9370 7466
- Websiteroyalhotelessendon.com.au
- CuisinePubs & Bistros
873 Mount Alexander Road, Essendon VIC · 7.7 km from Melbourne centre
Popular times
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At a glance
- TypePub
- CuisinePubs & Bistros
- AreaEssendon, Melbourne
- StateVictoria
- HoursOpen 7 days, open late most nights
About The Royal Hotel
The Royal Hotel brings Pubs & Bistros food to Essendon in Victoria. You'll find it at 873 Mount Alexander Road, Essendon VIC, roughly 7.7 km from the Melbourne city centre.
The Aussie pub bistro is an institution — hearty counter meals, chicken parmis, steak nights and roasts, served alongside a cold beer and the footy on the big screen.
The Royal Hotel is open 7 days, open late most nights; the venue offers dine-in.
Planning a night out in Essendon? 10 other venues are within a short distance, including Rubicon and Go Sushi.
In the venue's own words: “Essendon’s favourite with great food restaurant & bar offering beer garden, live entertainment, free WiFi & much more. Make a reservation now!”
Amenities & services
- 🍽️Dine-in
- 🍸Licensed / bar
What to order
Signature pubs & bistros dishes to look out for.
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Closest restaurants to The Royal Hotel
The 10 nearest places to eat, with distance and travel time.
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Rubicon 🍽️ International · 861 Mount Alexander Road, Essendon60 mSE · 1 min walk
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2
Go Sushi 🍣 Japanese · Essendon60 mW · 1 min walk
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3
Doulce ☕ Cafés & Brunch · Essendon60 mW · 1 min walk
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4
The Essendon Hotel 🍺 Pubs & Bistros · 914-918 Mount Alexander Road, Essendon100 mE · 1 min walk -
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Assembly Ground ☕ Cafés & Brunch · Essendon100 mNE · 1 min walk
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6
Crust 🍕 Pizza · 4-6 Napier Street, Essendon110 mNE · 1 min walk
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7
Charcoal Chicken 🍔 Burgers & Chicken · Essendon130 mN · 2 min walk
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8
Andy's Yum Cha House 🥟 Chinese · Essendon140 mN · 2 min walk
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9
St Rose ☕ Cafés & Brunch · Essendon160 mSW · 2 min walk
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10
Benny & Me ☕ Cafés & Brunch · Essendon160 mW · 2 min walk
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Eating out in Essendon
Essendon is home to 27 places to eat in our guide, part of the wider Melbourne area with 9,581 venues. The local dining scene leans towards cafés & brunch, pizza restaurants, pubs & bistros. Within 25 km of The Royal Hotel there are 7,617 restaurants, cafés and pubs to choose from.
Nearby suburbs worth exploring include Moonee Ponds (1.2 km), Aberfeldie (1.8 km), Pascoe Vale South (2.3 km), Essendon North (2.4 km).
Cuisine mix in Essendon
Frequently asked questions
Where is The Royal Hotel located?
The Royal Hotel is located at 873 Mount Alexander Road, Essendon VIC. It is about 7.7 km from the centre of Melbourne. Tap the map on this page to start turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.
What are the opening hours of The Royal Hotel?
The Royal Hotel is open 7 days, open late most nights. Today's hours are highlighted in the opening hours table above, which shows whether it is open right now (Australia/Melbourne time). Hours can change on public holidays, so it is worth confirming before you visit.
What kind of food does The Royal Hotel serve?
The Royal Hotel serves Pubs & Bistros cuisine. Browse our pubs & bistros menu guide for typical dishes and dietary options.
How can I contact The Royal Hotel?
You can reach The Royal Hotel by phone on (03) 9370 7466 or via its website.
What is the closest restaurant to The Royal Hotel?
The closest venue is Rubicon, about 60 m to the south-east (1 min walk). Other close options include Go Sushi (60 m), Doulce (60 m), The Essendon Hotel (100 m).
What are some recommended places to eat near The Royal Hotel?
Popular, well-documented choices nearby include Spice Mix (Indian, 5.1 km), Al Dente Enoteca (Italian, 6.8 km), Universal Italian (Italian, 6.9 km).
Where else can I find pubs & bistros food near Essendon?
Other pubs & bistros venues close by include Holmes Hall (1.2 km), Lincolnshire Arms Hotel (1.4 km), The Junction Club (1.5 km).
How many restaurants are there in Essendon?
Our guide lists 27 places to eat in Essendon, most commonly cafés & brunch (9), pizza restaurants (5), pubs & bistros (3). Within 25 km there are 7,617 venues in total.