Golden City Hotel – Ballarat Central VIC
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Golden City Hotel Ballarat Central

Ballarat Central, Ballarat, VIC 🍺 Pubs & Bistros

Opening hours

Monday8 am – 10 pm
Tuesday8 am – 10 pm
Wednesday8 am – 10 pm
Thursday8 am – 10 pm
FridayOpen 24 hours
Saturday8 am – 1 am
Sunday8 am – 11 pm

Times shown in local time (Melbourne). Public holiday hours may differ.

427 Sturt Street, Ballarat Central VIC 3350 · 620 m from Ballarat centre

Popular times

Estimated from typical visit patterns for pubs & bistros venues and this venue's opening hours — not live data.

At a glance

About Golden City Hotel

Golden City Hotel brings Pubs & Bistros food to Ballarat Central in Victoria. You'll find it at 427 Sturt Street, Ballarat Central VIC 3350, roughly 620 m from the Ballarat city centre.

The Aussie pub bistro is an institution — hearty counter meals, chicken parmis, steak nights and roasts, served alongside a cold beer and the footy on the big screen.

Golden City Hotel is open 7 days, open late on Fridays & Saturdays & Sundays, from early morning; the venue offers dine-in, outdoor seating.

Planning a night out in Ballarat Central? 10 other venues are within a short distance, including L'espresso and Ballarat Wholefoods Cafe.

In the venue's own words: “Enjoy family-friendly dining at the Golden City Hotel, an historic hotel right in the heart of Ballarat. Open 7 days a week for breakfast, lunch & dinner. Book your next function on one of our amazing spaces for hire. Come and visit us.”

Amenities & services

  • Dine-in
  • Outdoor seating
  • Licensed / bar

What to order

Signature pubs & bistros dishes to look out for.

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Pub classicsBangers & mashOnion gravy and peas
From the grillPork ribsSmoky BBQ glaze and slaw
Lighter mealsCaesar saladBacon, egg, croutons and parmesan
KidsKids nuggets & chipsWith tomato sauce

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Closest restaurants to Golden City Hotel

The 10 nearest places to eat, with distance and travel time.

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  1. 1
    L'espresso ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 417 Sturt Street, Ballarat Central
    30 mE · 1 min walk
  2. 2
    Ballarat Wholefoods Cafe ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 413 Sturt Street, Ballarat Central
    40 mE · 1 min walk
  3. 3
    Europa ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 411 Sturt Street, Ballarat Central
    50 mE · 1 min walk
  4. 4
    Aroma of India logo
    Aroma of India 🍛 Indian · Ballarat Central
    80 mN · 1 min walk
  5. 5
    Ballarat Gourmet Buffet 🥢 Asian Fusion & Filipino · 323 Sturt Street, Ballarat Central
    140 mE · 2 min walk
  6. 6
    Schnitz 🍔 Burgers & Chicken · 321 Sturt Street, Ballarat Central
    150 mE · 2 min walk
  7. 7
    Gor Gai 🍜 Thai · Ballarat Central
    180 mE · 2 min walk
  8. 8
    Cafe 14 ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 14 Doveton Street North, Ballarat Central
    180 mNE · 2 min walk
  9. 9
    Bottom of the Heart 🍽️ International · Ballarat Central
    190 mE · 2 min walk
  10. 10
    Caffè Eureka logo
    Caffè Eureka ☕ Cafés & Brunch · Ballarat Central
    190 mE · 2 min walk

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Eating out in Ballarat Central

Ballarat Central is home to 59 places to eat in our guide, part of the wider Ballarat area with 205 venues. The local dining scene leans towards cafés & brunch, pubs & bistros, burgers & chicken. Within 25 km of Golden City Hotel there are 208 restaurants, cafés and pubs to choose from.

Nearby suburbs worth exploring include Bakery Hill (1.1 km), Soldiers Hill (1.5 km), View Point (1.5 km), Golden Point (1.7 km).

Cuisine mix in Ballarat Central

  • ☕ Cafés & Brunch26
  • 🍺 Pubs & Bistros6
  • 🍔 Burgers & Chicken5
  • 🍕 Pizza4
  • 🥟 Chinese4

Frequently asked questions

Where is Golden City Hotel located?

Golden City Hotel is located at 427 Sturt Street, Ballarat Central VIC 3350. It is about 620 m from the centre of Ballarat. Tap the map on this page to start turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.

What are the opening hours of Golden City Hotel?

Golden City Hotel is open 7 days, open late on Fridays & Saturdays & Sundays, from early morning. Today's hours are highlighted in the opening hours table above, which shows whether it is open right now (Australia/Melbourne time). Hours can change on public holidays, so it is worth confirming before you visit.

What kind of food does Golden City Hotel serve?

Golden City Hotel serves Pubs & Bistros cuisine. Browse our pubs & bistros menu guide for typical dishes and dietary options.

How can I contact Golden City Hotel?

You can reach Golden City Hotel by phone on (03) 5331 6211, by email at [email protected] or via its website.

What is the closest restaurant to Golden City Hotel?

The closest venue is L'espresso, about 30 m to the east (1 min walk). Other close options include Ballarat Wholefoods Cafe (40 m), Europa (50 m), Aroma of India (80 m).

What are some recommended places to eat near Golden City Hotel?

Popular, well-documented choices nearby include La Porchetta (Pizza, 520 m), Brown Grain (Thai, 300 m), Hop Temple (Pubs & Bistros, 350 m).

Where else can I find pubs & bistros food near Ballarat Central?

Other pubs & bistros venues close by include The Peter Lalor Hotel (310 m), The Unicorn Hotel (420 m), Irish Murphy's (520 m).

How many restaurants are there in Ballarat Central?

Our guide lists 59 places to eat in Ballarat Central, most commonly cafés & brunch (26), pubs & bistros (6), burgers & chicken (5). Within 25 km there are 208 venues in total.