Royal Oak Hotel

Right on Nicholson Street. The Royal Oak Hotel. That quintessential Fitzroy North watering hole you always hope to stumble upon. Inside? Pure, fire-lit coziness—a warm dining room built for nursing a pint on a freezing Melbourne evening. The bar is perpetually buzzing, full of punters clutching respectable craft pours and classic schooners. Those who frequent this lively corner spot champion the impeccable Sunday roast and proper, honest pub grub—think massive, golden-crumbed chicken schnitzels that absolutely hit the spot. When the sun finally cracks through, the outdoor seating pulls a vibrant afternoon crew. Sure, it gets wildly busy and the kitchen might hustle to keep up, but that chaotic, spirited charm is exactly why this joint works. Unpretentious, lively, and pouring a brilliant drop. Grab a stool.