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TUESDAY
$18 BURGER NIGHT
TRIVIA WITH THE FUNKY BUNCH
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WEDNESDAY
$20 PARMA NIGHT
CHICKEN OR EGGPLANT
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THURSDAY
$24 STEAK NIGHT
HAPPY HOUR FROM 5-7PM
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FRIDAY
LUNCH SPECIALS
HAPPY HOUR FROM 5-7PM & $4 BAO
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SUNDAY
$26 ROAST SPECIAL
ROAST BEEF + VEG
BACKYARD BANGERS
BACKYARD BANGERS
This public holiday, join us for the ultimate backyard BBQ! Indulge in a mouthwatering feast featuring gourmet bangers, while rocking out to classic Aussie hits, performed live by Cold Schnitzel from 1 PM – 4 PM.
Relax, enjoy ice-cold drinks, and soak up the chill holiday vibes with food and tunes that'll have you singing along all afternoon! 🔥🌭
Gather your crew and don’t miss out on this epic holiday BBQ!
Kicks off at 12pm. Free entry.
🔥 Backyard Bangers 🔥
📅 Tuesday, November 5th
⏰ 12 PM – 4 PM
🌭 Gourmet BBQ
COSMOS & MIXTAPES: 90'S PARTY
Let's party like it's the 90's!
Join us for an afternoon of 90's nostalgia!
We'll be shaking up delish $14 Cosmos, DJ_IMAGE will be spinning your fave throwback tunes, and there'll be a Super Mario comp going down 🍸📀🎮
📅 Saturday, October 12th
⏰ 3 PM – 8 PM
🍸 $14 Cosmo Specials!
2024 AFL GRAND FINAL
2024 afl grand final
The biggest day in the Aussie sporting calendar is here and we're gearing up for an absolute ripper of a time at The National for the 2024 AFL Grand Final.
Mark your calendars because on Sat 28 Sep, we're turning the pub into a bouncing, footy fuelled frenzy. We've got all the game day action covered, and that includes in our legendary beer garden!
Open from 11am, limited bookings until 1pm & walk-ins all day lonG
Game on all screens, sound live & loud pub-wide
DJ after the game ‘til late
The National is the place to be if you’re not at the ‘G! See you there!
All bookings will be a 6 duration. Cancellations can be made up until 24 hours prior to day. No-shows will incur a $25 no show fee.
FOOTY FINALS
LOOKING FOR A SPOT TO WATCH THE AFL FOOTY FINALS?
The AFL Finals are in full swing, and there's no better place to catch all the action than at The National in Richmond! With our newly renovated space and huge TV screens streaming every game live, you won't miss a single second of the excitement. We’ve got plenty of room for you and your crew to cheer on your fave teams, making The National the go-to spot for watching the AFL Finals. Experience the best live sports atmosphere in Richmond—book a table now for you and your mates!
Plus, we’re extending our Friday Happy Hour throughout September so get down between 5-8pm for cheap brews! (excludes GF pub hol)
FATHER'S DAY
FATHER’S DAY AT THE NATIONAL
Left the Father's day plans to the last minute? You'll be in the good books with a pub lunch!
We will be slinging some great meal specials to spoil Dad this Father’s Day, so take a trip to the pub, it's guaranteed to put a smile on his dial.
Check out our food specials…
Entree
Crispy sesame prawn toast, spring onion, ginger flower & lime chili dipping sauce $14
Pulled confit duck & mushrooms croquettes, pickled carrot, coriander chili aioli $12
Main
Crispy pork belly hot pot, bok choy, sticky rice, aromatic sauce (gf) $28
Sri Lankan fish curry, steamed rice, poppadoms (gf) $26
Roast beef with roasted potatoes, roasted carrots, green beans, peas, Yorkshire pudding, gravy & whipped horseradish butter $26
Dessert
Fried bao ice cream sandwich, salted caramel ice cream, chocolate hazelnut sauce & crushed hazelnuts $12
Open from 12pm. Book a table for lunch or dinner, and spend some quality time with the ol’ man!
BRIGHTER DAYS
BRIGHTER DAYS backyard party in the beer garden
Winter’s almost behind us and brighter days are on the horizon! To celebrate Melbourne's chilly weather finally easing up, we’re throwing an epic backyard party packed with bevs, bites and live beats in our very own beer garden.
Get ready to sip on limited release samples and tasters from our pals at Bright Brewing, Napoleone Cider, Stomping Ground, Skrewball Whiskey and Jameson.
And don’t miss local legends Cold Schnitzel cranking out the Aussie pub classics, providing the perfect Saturday arvo soundtrack.
Plus, our talented chefs will be firing up the grills for a delicious spit roast BBQ!
Kick back and wave goodbye to winter, and say hello to Brighter Days with us!
Kicks off at 1pm. Free entry.
STATE OF ORIGIN: GAME 3
State of Origin: Game 3 Live at The National
Get ready for the final showdown of this year’s State of Origin series. Who will claim the glory?
Want prime posi to watch the game? Grab a seat right here at the pub. Plus, it’s parma night! Snag yourself a table and a $20 parma now!
STATE OF ORIGIN: GAME 2
State of Origin: Game 2 Live at The National
Get ready for an epic showdown as the Blues and Maroons clash for the State of Origin glory right here in Melbourne! Heading to the ‘G to catch the action live? Swing by for a pre-game feed. Want prime posi to watch the game? Grab a seat right here at the pub.
Plus, it’s parma night! Snag yourself a table and a $20 parma now!
KINGS BIRTHDAY PUBLIC HOLIDAY
KINGS BIRTHDAY FOOTY AT THE NATIONAL
Join us this King’s birthday public holiday where we’ll be helping you see out your long weekend the right way!
As usual, we’re hosting an epic day of beer and footy, screening the Melb V Pies game and Big Freeze – Fight MND Event live and loud!
WORLD GIN DAY
it's WORLD GIN DAY and you're invited!
We've put our mixologists to work and they've come up with some delish bevs to celebrate...
🐝 Sam's Honey Bee: Lemon Malfy, St Germaine, honey syrup & lemon juice
🍊 Will's Jaffa-Noir: Orange Malfy, Dark Choc Liqueur, orange juice, orange bitters, choc bitters, sugar syrup
🌹 Quinn's Rosa Martini: Rosa Malfy, Rose Vermouth, peychaurds bitters, rose water
🍋 Max's Lemon Slice Sour: Lemon Malfy, Licor 43, lemon juice, egg, hazelnut syrup
🌶️ Axy's Spice Market: Rosa Malfy, Cointreau, Cucumber, Lime, Pink & Ruby Grapefruit, Agarve
Perfectly paired with our Beetroot and Gin Cured Salmon 💅
Mother's Day
Why not treat mum to lunch at The National Hotel this Mother’s Day?
Our Asian-fusion menu is packed with tasty surprises and hey, we're throwing in a free glass of bubbles for all the mums – just to make it extra special. With delish food and the company of your mum’s fave people, it’s a guaranteed good time.
Check out our Mother’s Day specials:
Braised Oxtail Croquettes with black garlic aioli (3pc) $14
Pulled Duck San Choy Bau with pickled veggies, chilli caramel & fried lotus (gf) $15
Slow Braised Pork Belly in master stock with carrot puree, shitake, green beans, soft herbs, chilli (gf) $32
Seafood Hotpot with prawns, calamari, barramundi, tofu, gai lan, steamed rice, soy broth (gf) $32
Raspberry & Honey Panna Cotta $13
Plus, book a table before 5th of May, for the chance to win a bottle of Mumm!
Spoil the special woman in your life and book now.
ANZAC DAY FOOTY
we love anzac day footy!
We love a public holiday, and we love ANZAC Day footy even more! We’ll be throwing the doors open from 12pm, ready to rumble for the big game between the Pies and the Dons, live and loud on all the teles!
Looking for a spot to catch the game? Book a table here for your crew and settle in for an afternoon session.
Or, if you’re heading to the ‘G - book a table here and stop by for a pre-game feed then let the trusty 109 tram deliver you straight to the MCG’s door.
Walk-ins welcome. Any questions? Get in touch with our team via manager@thenationalhotel.com.au
MARGARITA FIESTA
DO YOU LOVE A MARGARITA?
You loved our Mexican fiesta so much, we thought we’d bring it back in March!
We'll be turning up the heat with a night fuelled with tequila, tacos and good tunes.
We’re shaking up $15 classic margs from 5pm to 8pm, and heaps of other surprise flavours to tickle your fancy. Plus, DJ Chalice will be on the decks, spinning those sweet Latin dance vibes too.
Gather your amigos and get ready for delish margaritas and tacos that will have your taste buds doing the cha-cha. See you there!
2023 AFL GRAND FINAL REPLAY
2023 afl grand final replay
Footy’s nearly back and we’re getting pumped! We’re kicking the season off with the ultimate throwback as we screen last year's heart-pounding Grand Final clash between the mighty Pies and the Brisbane Lions.
Pair this with a perfect combo of $20 parmas and $10 pints, plus the sound on across the teles. Get ready for a night of footy fever!
Any excuse to celebrate the footy season early is a good one, in our opinion. Don't miss out on the fun – see you there!
MARGARITA FIESTA
IT’S MARGARITA MONTH.
Get ready for a fiesta like no other because February is officially Margarita month, and we’re celebrating in a huge way on Sat 17 Feb!
We'll be turning up the heat with a night fueled with tequila, tacos and good tunes.
We’re shaking up $15 classic margs from 5pm to 8pm, plus heaps of other surprise flavours to tickle your fancy. Plus, DJ Chalice will be on the decks, spinning those sweet Latin dance vibes too.
Gather your amigos and get ready for delish margaritas and tacos that will have your taste buds doing the cha-cha. See you there!
AUS OPEN LIVE & LOUD
THE BEST SPOT IN RICHMOND TO CATCH ALL THE ACTION FROM THE AUS OPEN
Whether you're a dedicated tennis fan or someone who jumps on the Australian Open bandwagon once a year, there’s no better place than the pub to catch a match. We’ll be screening all the live action on our tele’s so wrangle your mates and snag a table for the best courtside seats. Game, set, pub!
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