Royal Standard Hotel
A well-loved pub in West Melbourne, rated 4.6 across more than 900 reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
The Royal Standard Hotel sits on William Street in West Melbourne, just west of the CBD. A much-loved pub, it combines a classic, relaxed pub atmosphere with quality food, drinks and a welcoming, local feel — the kind of beloved neighbourhood hotel that's become a genuine fixture of the area.
The appeal is that combination of a great pub atmosphere, quality food and drinks and a convenient West Melbourne location, ideal for a relaxed meal, a drink, a catch-up or settling in for the evening. In a city full of great pubs, building a loyal following speaks to a venue that delivers the relaxed, sociable experience that makes a good pub a community hub.
With a 4.6 rating from more than 900 reviews, it's clearly a firm favourite. Menus, drinks lists, opening hours and any events vary, so it's worth checking current details before you go — though for a relaxed meal or a drink in a characterful local pub, it's often just a matter of dropping in and soaking up the atmosphere in West Melbourne.
Reviewed by Iyan B.
Practical details
Opening hours
Closed- MondayToday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- 11:00 – 21:30
- Wednesday
- 11:00 – 21:30
- Thursday
- 11:00 – 21:30
- Friday
- 11:00 – 21:30
- Saturday
- 11:00 – 21:30
- Sunday
- 11:00 – 21:30
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 83
- Popularity
- 90
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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