The Ultimate Wangaratta Bar Crawl
Published on 11 December 2020
After a big day of bike riding and gallivanting around town, we’ve found the perfect way to wind down.
While you might be used to city queues and cramped, over-crowded bars, here in Wangaratta we’ve got you covered when it comes to great places to enjoy a quiet beer or a lazy, afternoon session.
Acclaimed for our spectacular mountainous scenery, award winning cool climate wines and fresh seasonal produce, the Rural City of Wangaratta is also home to a great range of breweries and bars to help put a little excitement into your weekend.
Black Dog Brewery
339 Booth Rd, Taminick
If you’re a fan of a lazy afternoon in the sunshine, delicious craft beers on tap and freshly made pizza, our first stop will not disappoint.
A short distance from Glenrowan, the Black Dog Brewery is the perfect place for a Friday afternoon drink, a lazy Sunday lunch and anything in between. Offering a premium range of beers on tap, all hand crafted from premium malted barley, hops and yeast strains with pure Warby Range water, there’s something to suit everyone. Housed in a spectacular 100-year-old cellar door, the rich antique and structure of the building almost rivals the great tasting beers!
Gamze Smokehouse
Shop 1/1594 Snow Rd, Milawa.
For those looking to tantilise their tastebuds, be sure to check out to the Gamze Smokehouse. Located in the Milawa gourmet region at the foot of the King Valley, the Gamze Smokehouse occupies one of the regions oldest buildings, serving as a little slice of Europe in Victoria’s north east. Enjoy the polished floors, picturesque outdoor dining spaces and a bit of pizza, burgers and ribs as you sip on a variety of local craft beer, celebrated local wines, spirits and cocktails.
Bon appetit!
Mountain View Hotel
4 King Valley Road, Whitfield
The Mountain View Hotel offers exceptional views and even better food! Located in Whitfield, this boutique pub is home to beautiful gardens and a surrounding creek, making the perfect backdrop for an evening meal. Whether you’re after a pub favourite or an Italian inspired dish, Mountain View has a range of cuisine to suit every taste bud.
King River Brewing
4515 Wangaratta-Whitfield Rd, Whitfield
In the heart of the picturesque rolling hills of the King Valley, King River Brewing is the perfect place to relax and unwind, with a beautiful beer garden and alfresco dining area allowing you to soak up the sun in style. With six rotating beers on tap, enjoy a lawn game with your friends and get a real taste of King Valley craft beer.
The Vine Hotel
27 Detour Rd, North Wangaratta
The family owned and operated Vine Hotel won’t disappoint. Steeped in history, the Vine was first granted its licence to operate in 1864 - that's over 150 years ago! With fresh seasonal produce, including all your pub favourites, great cocktails and a range of beers on tap, get a real taste of summer as you soak in the sun from the beer garden. In winter, you can drink local red wine and get cosy by the fire.
