The Red Lion Hotel

Rozelle’s hospitality scene peaks right here. Downstairs—pure, unadulterated Aussie pub culture. Roaring winter fires. Open windows catching that perfect Sunday arvo breeze. A legendary publican running a spacious, character-filled floor. The classics hit hard—pub-goers constantly champion the massive chicken parmies, golden fish and chips, and a proper pepper sauce that commands respect. But head upstairs to Manu's Bistro, and the script flips to haute comfort. Discerning diners are quietly tipping off their mates about this finer French experience—impossibly tender steaks, a ridiculously rich mushroom risotto, and bread with butter so good it practically steals the show. Quaint historic charm meets a sprawling, multi-level layout where you can peer down at the bar below. Wrangling fifty mates for a lively weekend session with a fab roast? Sneaking away for a romantic, flavor-packed dinner? Absolute triumph.