Albion Hotel Collingwood

Word on the Collingwood strip—this beautifully renovated Smith Street staple is serving up absolute masterclasses in hearty pub grub. Zero fuss. Just flawlessly executed plates. Ask anyone parked at the bar during a Sunday sesh; they’re here for the legendary roast. Beef, chicken, or veg options, massive portions, and you absolutely must tack on a side of those killer Brussels sprouts. Weekday crowd? They’re smashing consistently perfect steaks and textbook schnitties. The atmosphere is immaculate—super chill energy, incredibly warm hospitality, and DJs spinning old-school funk on pure vinyl. Finish it all off with a heavy-hitting sticky date pudding. It’s the ultimate high-reward local. Just a quick heads-up from the seasoned regulars: grab the salt on the side for those otherwise fantastic chips.