Aireys Pub - Pub in Aireys Inlet Victoria

Ordered a meal that claims to be sustainably caught gurnard in a salt batter, felt and looked more like a frozen fish that could be picked up from Coles or Woolies. The chips were overcooked and some inedible. The salad was the highlight, as a side dish. Quite disappointed that I paid $34 for a meal that wasn't up to standard and could be easily prepared at home for less than $10.

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Initially, I had some reservations after reading the earlier reviews about Aireys Pub/Salt Brewing, but I'm pleased to say that the negative feedback is completely unfounded. We stayed locally overnight and decided to give it a try for lunch on our first day. To our delight, the pub serves pizza and chips outside of regular meal times, which is a rare and much-appreciated convenience - especially when other local spots are closed.

Our experience was so positive that we returned for a late lunch/early dinner on our way home. On both occasions, the staff were nothing short of outstanding - helpful, knowledgeable, and genuinely welcoming. The venue itself is warm and inviting, with a variety of seating options both indoors and outdoors. The fact that they cater to health-conscious meat eating diners and also vegetarians is commendable, particularly outside of metro Australia where such options can be limited.

Adding to its charm, Aireys Pub is dog-friendly outside, and there's a spacious area where kids can run around and kick a footy. It's touches like these that make this pub stand out as potentially one of the best in Australia. With ample parking out front, a choice between ordering at the table or the bar, and food that arrives quickly and tastes fresh and wholesome, this establishment checks all the right boxes.

We're already looking forward to our next visit. I highly recommend stopping by for a meal and a pint - you won't be disappointed.

My pizza order was wrong which is fine it happens, the server tried to push back that this is what I ordered. She then tried to get me to just eat it, I asked could I get a hawaiin instead of a margarita. She reluctantly took the pizza back and came back seconds later with cold pineapple and a few cold pieces of ham on it. I was more surprised that she even would do that so I sat there first a bit and then thought do you know what. No I'm going to say something. They put it back in the oven but i just didn't enjoy my experience anymore and wont return. My partner had the beefcheeck and he really enjoyed it.

Surf coast IPA was a decent drop.
The rest of the beers on tap very average.
I must say the Chicken Parma,Chips & Salad
Excellent!!

What a great find. Super chilled atmosphere, friendly staff and just an all round good place. They serve their own beers and you can have sample glasses of them all. Looking forward to trying to food next time and giving a 5 star review. Would be a great venue for a party.