Great Northern Hotel

Great Northern Hotel functions as a primary destination for craft beer in Carlton North. The venue maintains numerous rotating taps featuring independent breweries from Australia and overseas. The interior includes a traditional public bar area while the rear of the premises houses a large undercover beer garden. This outdoor space accommodates significant groups and welcomes patrons with dogs. The kitchen serves a standard menu of counter meals including steaks, parmigianas, and burgers during lunch and dinner sessions. Situated on Rathdowne Street, the hotel is a short walk from Princes Park. It serves as a meeting point for sports fans, providing multiple screens for AFL matches, cricket, and international rugby. The atmosphere remains focused on the beverage offering and community gathering without electronic gaming machines. Visitors can access the pub via local tram routes or bicycle paths connecting the inner northern suburbs. Weekly events include trivia nights and specific food specials.