Royal Oak Hotel Ballarat Central
Ballarat Central, Ballarat, VIC 🍺 Pubs & Bistros
Opening hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 12 pm – 11 pm |
| Thursday | 12 pm – 11 pm |
| Friday | 12 pm – 11 pm |
| Saturday | 12 pm – 11 pm |
| Sunday | 12 pm – 11 pm |
Times shown in local time (Melbourne). Public holiday hours may differ.
- Address402 South Street, Ballarat Central VIC 3350
- Phone(03) 5331 5373
- Websiteroyaloakhotelballarat.com
- CuisinePubs & Bistros
402 South Street, Ballarat Central VIC 3350 · 1.3 km from Ballarat centre
Popular times
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At a glance
- TypePub
- CuisinePubs & Bistros
- AreaBallarat Central, Ballarat
- StateVictoria
- HoursOpen 5 days a week (closed Mondays & Tuesdays), open late most nights
About Royal Oak Hotel
Located in Ballarat Central, VIC, Royal Oak Hotel is a pubs & bistros pub serving locals and visitors alike. You'll find it at 402 South Street, Ballarat Central VIC 3350, roughly 1.3 km 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.
Royal Oak Hotel is open 5 days a week (closed Mondays & Tuesdays), open late most nights; the venue offers dine-in.
Planning a night out in Ballarat Central? 10 other venues are within a short distance, including Cornerstone Cafe and The Mallow Hotel.
In the venue's own words: “Welcome to The Royal Oak Hotel, located at 402 South Street in Central Ballarat and dating back to 1866. If you”
Amenities & services
- 🍽️Dine-in
- 🍸Licensed / bar
- 💳Card payments
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Closest restaurants to Royal Oak Hotel
The 10 nearest places to eat, with distance and travel time.
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Cornerstone Cafe ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 206 South Street, Ballarat Central170 mE · 2 min walk
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The Mallow Hotel 🍺 Pubs & Bistros · Ballarat Central540 mE · 6 min walk
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3
Food Squad 🦞 Seafood & Fish and Chips · 514 Skipton Street, Redan610 mSW · 7 min walk
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4
Subway ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 701 Sturt Street, Ballarat Central870 mN · 10 min walk
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5
CS Cafe ☕ Cafés & Brunch · Ballarat Central870 mNE · 10 min walk
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CBD ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 707 Sturt Street, Ballarat Central870 mN · 10 min walk
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Chequers 🍽️ International · Ballarat Central880 mNE · 11 min walk
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Subway ☕ Cafés & Brunch · Ballarat Central880 mNE · 11 min walk
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Noble Dragon 🥟 Chinese · 739 Sturt Street, Ballarat Central880 mN · 11 min walk
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Sandwich Chefs ☕ Cafés & Brunch · Ballarat Central880 mNE · 11 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 Royal Oak Hotel there are 208 restaurants, cafés and pubs to choose from.
Nearby suburbs worth exploring include Redan (1.2 km), Mount Pleasant (1.4 km), Golden Point (1.5 km), Bakery Hill (1.6 km).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Royal Oak Hotel located?
Royal Oak Hotel is located at 402 South Street, Ballarat Central VIC 3350. It is about 1.3 km 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 Royal Oak Hotel?
Royal Oak Hotel is open 5 days a week (closed Mondays & Tuesdays), open late most nights. 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 Royal Oak Hotel serve?
Royal Oak Hotel serves Pubs & Bistros cuisine. Browse our pubs & bistros menu guide for typical dishes and dietary options.
How can I contact Royal Oak Hotel?
You can reach Royal Oak Hotel by phone on (03) 5331 5373, by email at [email protected] or via its website.
What is the closest restaurant to Royal Oak Hotel?
The closest venue is Cornerstone Cafe, about 170 m to the east (2 min walk). Other close options include The Mallow Hotel (540 m), Food Squad (610 m), Subway (870 m).
What are some recommended places to eat near Royal Oak Hotel?
Popular, well-documented choices nearby include La Porchetta (Pizza, 910 m), Golden City Hotel (Pubs & Bistros, 930 m), Brown Grain (Thai, 1.1 km).
Where else can I find pubs & bistros food near Ballarat Central?
Other pubs & bistros venues close by include The Grapes Hotel (1.1 km), The Unicorn Hotel (1.1 km), Western Hotel (1.2 km).
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.