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The Beehive Hotel

An old beacon with a cheffy new menu.

The freshly renovated Beehive Hotel in Hawthorn.
1 / 7The freshly renovated Beehive Hotel in Hawthorn.David Green
Lamb rump with mint pesto and smoked potato aioli.
2 / 7Lamb rump with mint pesto and smoked potato aioli. David Green
Outside the Beehive Hotel.
3 / 7Outside the Beehive Hotel.David Green
Tuna crudo with red onion, avocado and worcestershire dressing.
4 / 7Tuna crudo with red onion, avocado and worcestershire dressing.David Green
The Beehive’s strawberry and sherry trifle.
5 / 7The Beehive’s strawberry and sherry trifle.David Green
The 12 taps will pour both Carlton Draught and a rotating craft selection.
6 / 7The 12 taps will pour both Carlton Draught and a rotating craft selection.David Green
Club steak with salad, chips and a choice of sauces.
7 / 7Club steak with salad, chips and a choice of sauces.David Green

The Beehive Hotel

Pub dining$

This old beacon is buzzing again. It’s been restored with heritage interiors, custom light fixtures resembling beehives, and a return to its original name. Leek and gruyere croquettes with hot honey are on theme, joined by beer-battered fish and chips, grilled spatchcock and cheesy pastas. The bar caters to all budgets, pouring $6 Pirate Life ponies and pricey Penfolds Grange.

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