There’s nothing quite as comforting as pub grub. No matter what you’re craving, we’ve got your options covered with some of the best pub meal deals in town. 

Daily delights at the Clyde

A classic Aussie pub in Carlton, The Clyde Hotel dishes up a hearty meal deal every day of the working week. From Monday's burger and chip deal ($17.50) to Wednesday steak nights ($24.90), you won't go hungry. Crack open a cold one and enjoy live jazz on Sunday, then head up to the open-air courtyard and rooftop space.

All-day rooftop parmas at Prince Alfred

Smoked ham, napoli sauce, mozzarella and chips. It's simple, and it's the best. The Prince Alfred parma is a classic dish, right down to the mottled, caramelised cheese layer on top. Usually it clocks in at $26, but on Thursdays you can feast for just $19. Which leaves plenty of cash for happy hour bevs and triple choc brownies.

A parma on a plate with chips
Prince Alfred

Daily specials at General Assembly

Whatever your pub-grub go-to, there's a deal with your name on it at General Assembly. Head there on a Monday for $20 chicken or plant-based burgers. Tuesday is $20 chicken or eggplant parmas. Wednesday is steak night, with a porterhouse or cauliflower steak for $25. On Thursdays you can grab a steak sandwich for $20. And visit at the weekend for lobster parma rolls.

Parma and pint night at The Leveson

North Melbourne is blessed with great pubs, including The Leveson. It’s in a Victorian-era building with a very modern interior. But don’t worry, there’s plenty of old-school pleasure on the menu. Thursday’s your best bet, with a $25 parma-and-craft-pint special. Go early and score a happy hour drinks deal from 5pm to 7pm.

People sitting in a beer garden
Go luxe for less at The Leveson

Parma and pint night at Fortress

The pub classic that’s always a winner. For a less-than-traditional experience, head on down to the medieval-inspired tavern at Fortress Melbourne. On Tuesdays you can get a parma and a pint for just $25. Hang around to play one of 70 types of boardgames or test your skills over at arcade alley. Fancy a spot of Trivia? Test your knowledge on Mondays and you'll get a free drink with your ticket.

Beers, pies and Sunday roast at Naughtons

What's better than a classic beef burger, served medium rare and loaded with pickled onion, aioli, bacon and cheese? When it comes with a free beer, of course! Head to Naughtons, slam down a lunch burger and the crew will shout you a house beer (or wine, if you're feeling fancy). Other menu specials include pie night (Tuesday), steak night (Wednesday) and Sunday roast.

A roast meal with potatoes, meat and yorkshire pudding
Naughtons Hotel

Waterside lunch deals at Riverland Bar

Get out of the office and onto the sunny banks of the Yarra River for lunch with a view. Riverland Bar is dishing up $22 Monday to Friday lunch specials. You can choose from steak, schnitzel or a cauliflower steak. That beats a packed lunch any day of the week! Or at weekends, enjoy two hours of bottomless pizza and spritz for $65pp. Available Friday to Sunday from 12pm, with the last sitting at 3pm.

Weekly specials at The Wharf Hotel

Enjoy weekly specials at The Wharf Hotel. Such as lunchtime main dishes for $22 on weekdays. Want to linger longer? Stay for Happy Hour, from 4pm to 7pm and keep your belly full with four share plates for $40 every Monday to Friday. There's also bottomless pizza and spritz on weekends for $55 per person.

Sunday Roast at The Lincoln

Art Deco features aren’t the only things that distinguish The Lincoln from surrounding pubs. The focus on locally-sourced produce and refined gastropub fare attract a regular crowd – especially on Sundays. Boasting a rotating menu of free-range chicken, pork, beef and lamb it’s a true Melbourne icon. $34 gets you all the trimmings plus extra gravy. Make sure you book ahead to guarantee your spot

Prices and details correct at time of publishing. Contact venues to confirm before visiting.

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