Union House

4.8

309 Reviews

$40 and under

Modern Australian

270 Swan St, Richmond, AU-VIC 3121

Make a reservation

2 people

Apr 23, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 54 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Neighborhood gem
Good for groups
Lively

Public Bar - Restaurant - Rooftop Quality booze and delicious food.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$40 and under
Cuisines
Modern Australian, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
Hours of operation
Mon–Wed 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–1:00 am
Phone number
(03) 9428 7882
Website
http://www.unionhouse.com.au/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
270 Swan St, Richmond, AU-VIC 3121
Neighborhood
Richmond
Parking details
None
Additional
Beer Garden, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Late Night

Experiences

Union Taverna - One Night Only
A$150.00 per person
Prepaid
Multiple dates available
Celebrating the heritage of our great building, Union House goes Greek. We'll be stepping things up to deliver a flavour-focused 5-course feast, leaning on Head Chef Joe Grbac's time as Executive Chef at The Press Club. Matching wines, of course. While we're aiming to deliver something special, it's still Union House, just stepped up. It'll be fun, and it'll be memorable. It is limited tho. One sitting, 55 tickets, One Night Only.

Pub Steak w Mash & Pepper SauceA$26.00
Rockling Burger w Cos, Chilli, Shallots & ChipsA$24.00
Caramelised Pear & Radicchio Salad w Pearl Barley, Hazelnuts & MintA$21.00
Chicken Schnitty w Chopped Cos Salad & Roast Chicken GravyA$25.00
Italian Meatballs w Risoni, Parmesan & Pangrat TatoA$25.00
Pan Fried House Made Gnocchi w Eggplant, Olive & Tomato SugoA$25.00
300g Scotch Fillet w Potato Gratin, Baked Mushroom & Sauce DianeA$41.00

Sides

Chips & AioliA$9.00
Roquette & Pear SaladA$9.00
Mash & Onion GravyA$9.00

Dessert

Ice-Cream of the Day
- per scoopA$5.00
Treacle Pudding w Ginger SyrupA$12.00

Cocktails & Treats

Espresso MartiniA$18.00
Coffee - Vodka - Kahlua
Poached Pear MargaritaA$18.00
Tequila - Pear - Cinnamon
Quince SourA$18.00
Amaretto - Quince - Cherry
Hot ToddyA$18.00
Irish Whiskey - Lemon - Ginger
AviationA$18.00
Gin - Violet - Cherry - Lemon
Barrel NegroniA$18.00
Gin - Campari - Vermouth - Aged in A 4 Pillars Barrel
Mulled WineA$12.00
Heathcote Shiraz - Orange - Winter Spices

Fizz

Prosecco, Alpha Box & Dice 'Zaptung,' Mclaren ValeA$11.00
Blanc de Noir, Billecart, Brut Reserve, ChampagneA$20.00
Sparkling Rose, Deeds Not Words, HentyA$62.00
Blanc de Blanc, Pol Roger 'Brut Reserve,' ChampagneA$120.00
Blanc de Blanc, Pol Roger 'Brut Reserve,' ChampagneA$230.00

White

Pinot Gris, The Other Wine Co, Adelaide HillsA$12.00
Sauvignon Blanc, Pike and Joyce, Adelaide HillsA$10.00
Chardonnay, Spider Bill, Adelaide HillsA$12.00
Marsanne, Alkimi, Yarra ValleyA$58.00
Chardonnay, A. Rodda 'willow Lake,' Yarra ValleyA$70.00
Riesling, Reed 'White Heart,' Moorabool Valley VicA$61.00
Muscadet, Pierre Luneau-Papin 'La Grange VV,' Loire ValleyA$60.00
Muscadet, Pierre Luneau-Papin 'La Grange VV, ' Loire ValleyA$68.00
Muscadet, Bonnet Huteau, Loire ValleyA$55.00
Chenin Blanc, Frederic Mabileau, RouilleresA$70.00
Rielsing, Le Timbre, Whitlands VICA$65.00
Riesling, Jordy Kay, Otway RangesA$55.00
Pinot Gris Blend, Vignoble de Reveur 'Pinot d'Alsace,' AlsaceA$70.00
Riesling, Reichstrat Von Buhl Estate, PfalzA$62.00
Chenin Blanc, Chateau Langlois 'Saumur Blanc,' Samur FRAA$60.00
Chardonnay Blend, Sentio Blanc, BeechworthA$58.00
Riesling, Robert Weil, RheingauA$88.00
Chardonnay, 2017 Garagiste 'Terre Maritime,' Mornington PeninsulaA$97.00
Sauvignon Blanc / Semillon, Sorrenberg, BeechworthA$90.00
Riesling, Keller 'Von Der Fels,' RheinhessanA$120.00

Pink

Dry Rose, Jules, ProvenceA$12.00

Orange

Viognier, Kalleske 'Plenarius,' Barossa ValleyA$70.00

Red

Shiraz, Syrahmi 'Demi,' Heathcote
on tap
- GlA$12.00
Pinot Noir, Bress, Yarra ValleyA$12.00
Barbera, Spiderbill, Adelaide HillsA$12.00
Pinot Noir, Heroes 'Anti-Hero,' GeelongA$65.00
Pinot Noir, Scout Wines, NelsonA$52.00
Red Blend, Express Winemakers 'Drinking Wine' (Chilled) WAA$52.00
Grenache Blend, Little Reddie 'Bootleg,' VictoriaA$50.00
Grenache, Yangarra 'Old Vine,' Mclaren ValeA$72.00
Gamay, Lyons Will, Macedon RangesA$78.00
Pinot Noir, Moorooduc 'Devils Bend,' MorningtonA$60.00
Grenache Blend, Domaine Ferrand 'Mistral,' Rhone ValleyA$69.00
Pinot Noir, Josh Cooper 'Doug's Vineyard,' Macedon RangesA$95.00
Nero d'Avola, Lino Ramble, MclarenvaleA$55.00
Gamay, Thivin 'L'heronde,' Beaujolais FRAA$94.00
Cabernet Franc, Murdoch Hill 'Vis a Vis,' Adelaide HillsA$78.00
Pinot Noir, Polperro, MorningtonA$88.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Dormilona, Margaret RiverA$79.00
Shiraz, Tom Foolery 'Black & Blue,' Barossa ValleyA$80.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Bowen Estate, CoonawarraA$80.00
Shiraz, Occam's Razor, HeathcoteA$95.00

Magnums

Fizz

Andre Clouet, BrutA$240.00

Orange

Brash Higgins, Zibibbo, RiverlandA$140.00
Cantina Giardino Vino BiancoA$160.00

Red

La Ficelle, Gamay Blend, St-PourcainA$90.00
Bozeto de Exopto Blend, RiojaA$100.00
Dormilona Tinto Syrah, WAA$105.00
Pierre Cotton Gamay, Cote de BrouillyA$165.00
Bobinet, Hanami, Cabernet FrancA$145.00

Pots & Pints

Matso's, Ginger Beer 3.5%A$5.00
Served Over Ice
Carlton Draught, Lager 4.6%A$5.50
Stomping Ground, Lager 4.7%A$6.00
Bodriggy, 'Utropia' Pale Ale 4.8%A$6.00
Napoleone, Apple Cider 4.9%A$6.00
Moon Dog, 'Black Forest' Stout 6.5%A$7.00
3 Ravens, 'New World' IPA 5.8%A$7.00

Cans

Coronita Extra 4.5%
- 210mlA$5.00
VB Throwie 4.9%
- 250mlA$5.00
Bodriggy Pilsner 4.3%A$7.00
Stomping Ground, 'Cold Hard' Pale Ale 4.5%A$7.00
3 Ravens, Oatmeal Stout 4.5%A$7.00

What 309 people are saying

Union House reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

Melbourne
Modern Australian
Inner City East
Best Overall
Inner City East
Best Service
Inner City East
Best Value
Inner City East
Good for business meals
Inner City East
Good for groups
Inner City East
Great for creative cocktails
Inner City East
Neighborhood gem
Inner City East
Great for fine wines
Inner City East
Great for outdoor dining
Inner City East
Vegetarian-friendly
Inner City East
Lively
Inner City East
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Union House offers a vibrant atmosphere, "great value for money" steaks, and "superb" food, creating a welcoming environment for casual meet-ups. "Helpful and friendly staff" ensure a pleasant dining experience, even accommodating dietary needs. The rooftop and outdoor areas provide a lively setting, though it can be "noisy on Fridays and Saturdays."

309 Reviews

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Matt
Melbourne1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Yeah nah just a good place to have a feed and catch up with mates. Footys on, beers are flowing and people are nice. Enjoyed my time there. Thanks heaps team
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Jennifer
Melbourne4 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We visited the Union House on Wednesday night, steak night. The steaks were really delicious and great value for money. We were upstairs in the dining room and the ambience was excellent. It was very busy but not too noisy. Enjoyed the experience.
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Kylee
Chicago2 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great venue, food was superb and atmosphere matched
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Julie VIP
Melbourne15 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We arrived at 8:30 on a quiet Sunday night. The staff ensured we had our meals and desserts before the kitchen shut. They really looked after us. Special thanks to Rosie. Food was very good especially the roast of the day. All that quality meat, perfectly cooked for $33 is outstanding value these days.
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CarolynL
Melbourne1 review
1.0
Dined on March 5, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Service was terrible-very slow-got given a flat glass of champagne…and the chicken was not cooked through and when taken back was told just to eat the cooked bits!!!
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Venessa
Melbourne1 review
5.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very helpful and friendly staff with excellent service and food is delicious
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Kiri
Melbourne1 review
5.0
Dined on February 10, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
This was a really good first time experience at Union House. My mum has a dietary requirements for her health and the hotel was very accommodating and she was so happy to sit down to a full meal where she can't always have much off any menu (no salt). The staff were professional, warm, hospitable and friendly. The only point was we had never been to the venue and didn't realise how busy the rooftop was. The staff offered us to move inside though so they did all the right things! We will know for next time.
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Anita
Melbourne7 reviews
4.0
Dined on January 26, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Nice ambience, rooftop seating. Very Friendly staff. I'm not a fan of having to go to the bar for all the food and drink orders. Food was a little expensive for what was delivered.
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Amanda
Victoria3 reviews
4.0
Dined on January 21, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
The outdoor area is threat but needs some umbrellas during summer
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George
New York City9 reviews
5.0
Dined on January 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It’s just a fabulous local pub that does good affordable food and has a great atmosphere. Can get noisy on Fridays and Saturdays.
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FAQs

Union House is rated 4.8 stars by 309 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Apr 23, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 54 times today

Experiences are available.

270 Swan St, Richmond, AU-VIC 3121

Dining areas

Additional information

Neighborhood
Richmond
Hours of operation
Mon–Wed 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–1:00 am
Price
$40 and under
Cuisines
Modern Australian, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
None
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Beer Garden, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Late Night

Website
http://www.unionhouse.com.au/
Phone number
(03) 9428 7882

Union House

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

Union Taverna - One Night Only

Snacks & Starters

Cauliflower & Gruyere Croquettes

Crumbed Smoked Ham Hock w Piccalilli

Onion Rings w BBQ SauceA$9.00

BBQ Lamb Ribs w Harissa & Labna (4)A$17.00

Pot of Mussels (1kg) w Pernod, Dill & Fennel CroutonsA$21.00

Mains

Pub Steak w Mash & Pepper SauceA$26.00

Rockling Burger w Cos, Chilli, Shallots & ChipsA$24.00

Caramelised Pear & Radicchio Salad w Pearl Barley, Hazelnuts & MintA$21.00

Chicken Schnitty w Chopped Cos Salad & Roast Chicken GravyA$25.00

Italian Meatballs w Risoni, Parmesan & Pangrat TatoA$25.00

Pan Fried House Made Gnocchi w Eggplant, Olive & Tomato SugoA$25.00

300g Scotch Fillet w Potato Gratin, Baked Mushroom & Sauce DianeA$41.00

Sides

Chips & AioliA$9.00

Roquette & Pear SaladA$9.00

Mash & Onion GravyA$9.00

Dessert

Ice-Cream of the Day

Treacle Pudding w Ginger SyrupA$12.00

Featured Items

Chook Night - Tuesday NightA$20.00

Steak Night - Wednesday NightA$20.00

Local Night - Thursday Night

Cocktails & Treats

Espresso MartiniA$18.00

Poached Pear MargaritaA$18.00

Quince SourA$18.00

Hot ToddyA$18.00

AviationA$18.00

Barrel NegroniA$18.00

Mulled WineA$12.00

Fizz

Prosecco, Alpha Box & Dice 'Zaptung,' Mclaren ValeA$11.00

Blanc de Noir, Billecart, Brut Reserve, ChampagneA$20.00

Sparkling Rose, Deeds Not Words, HentyA$62.00

Blanc de Blanc, Pol Roger 'Brut Reserve,' ChampagneA$120.00

Blanc de Blanc, Pol Roger 'Brut Reserve,' ChampagneA$230.00

White

Pinot Gris, The Other Wine Co, Adelaide HillsA$12.00

Sauvignon Blanc, Pike and Joyce, Adelaide HillsA$10.00

Chardonnay, Spider Bill, Adelaide HillsA$12.00

Marsanne, Alkimi, Yarra ValleyA$58.00

Chardonnay, A. Rodda 'willow Lake,' Yarra ValleyA$70.00

Riesling, Reed 'White Heart,' Moorabool Valley VicA$61.00

Muscadet, Pierre Luneau-Papin 'La Grange VV,' Loire ValleyA$60.00

Muscadet, Pierre Luneau-Papin 'La Grange VV, ' Loire ValleyA$68.00

Muscadet, Bonnet Huteau, Loire ValleyA$55.00

Chenin Blanc, Frederic Mabileau, RouilleresA$70.00

Rielsing, Le Timbre, Whitlands VICA$65.00

Riesling, Jordy Kay, Otway RangesA$55.00

Pinot Gris Blend, Vignoble de Reveur 'Pinot d'Alsace,' AlsaceA$70.00

Riesling, Reichstrat Von Buhl Estate, PfalzA$62.00

Chenin Blanc, Chateau Langlois 'Saumur Blanc,' Samur FRAA$60.00

Chardonnay Blend, Sentio Blanc, BeechworthA$58.00

Riesling, Robert Weil, RheingauA$88.00

Chardonnay, 2017 Garagiste 'Terre Maritime,' Mornington PeninsulaA$97.00

Sauvignon Blanc / Semillon, Sorrenberg, BeechworthA$90.00

Riesling, Keller 'Von Der Fels,' RheinhessanA$120.00

Pink

Dry Rose, Jules, ProvenceA$12.00

Orange

Viognier, Kalleske 'Plenarius,' Barossa ValleyA$70.00

Red

Shiraz, Syrahmi 'Demi,' Heathcote

Pinot Noir, Bress, Yarra ValleyA$12.00

Barbera, Spiderbill, Adelaide HillsA$12.00

Pinot Noir, Heroes 'Anti-Hero,' GeelongA$65.00

Pinot Noir, Scout Wines, NelsonA$52.00

Red Blend, Express Winemakers 'Drinking Wine' (Chilled) WAA$52.00

Grenache Blend, Little Reddie 'Bootleg,' VictoriaA$50.00

Grenache, Yangarra 'Old Vine,' Mclaren ValeA$72.00

Gamay, Lyons Will, Macedon RangesA$78.00