The Hotel Albion

I used to be a big fan of this pub! They could really deliver on the pub classics, great Parma’s, good quality steaks and a to die for sticky date pudding were just a few of my faves, however a change in management over recent weeks has also meant a change in chefs and I have to say the new menu is very underwhelming. Was very disappointed with my recent dinner, the food has definitely gone down not only in value but in flavor. Both my husband and I barely finished our meals. We also decided to cancel our usual sticky date pudding order as we couldn’t take any more disappointment. I’m sorry to say we won’t be returning.

nice happy hour deals, though food was a dissapointment and not very good value. Steak was way overcooked and portions pretty small for the price. Homely atmosphere. New owner so hopefully they improve over time. Wont be going back anytime soon though. Service was reasonable though staff still have a lot to learn.. like ensure tables have cutlery before the food comes out and dont just shove a handfull of cutlery on one end of a group table.

The Hotel Albion used to be one of the places we go for our “Pub” steak nights, when Matt Black the previous owner was still running the show. Back then, the quality and standard of the weekly steak special was well priced and good. For $17 you got a 350gm porterhouse with salad and chips. The meat was of good quality and well cooked. But unfortunately things have changed with the new management. Cost cutting is evident, especially with the quality of the beef. Four of us ordered the steak special tonight, each steak was haphazardly cut, full of fat and gristle. It just did not look or taste appetising. The cooking was also hit and miss. They now have it at $20 with a glass of mediocre house wine. This was our second shot after the new management took over, and I will say it will be our last. Better weekly steak special to be had at the Railway Hotel in Ferrars Street.