Hooks At The Yarra

I love stoping in here for a couple of beers. There’s always plenty of locals and the atmosphere is great. I always think of this place as the city version of The Town and County for Slim Dusty’s classic. It’s nice of a cafe than a bar but the beer is cold and excellent value. Sit outside, watch the world go buy and enjoy a beer 🍻

$159 seafood platter, never again. This platter is not priced right to what we got served. 6 very salty oysters it tasted like it was rewashed in salt water. 2 king prawns that was the size of normal prawns, mussels was in a sauce which was was served cold, chips was crunchy and good, but that shouldnt be anything to make up for the price. Cocktails prawns, squid and fish was good though but that something you can get anywhere. No lobster or bugs part of the price? We were too hungry to be complain about it. The place had a lively vibe with music, great for after work drinks. Defintely not a place to dine after 8pm (maybe because it was a friday night?)

Me and my girlfriend just randomly walking into this restaurant in our vacation in Melbourne and we did not expect much since it was not very crowded in the morning, but we were very surprised. We had coffee, eggs and some bacon for our breakfast. The food was amazing especially the coffee. The staff was very helpful and the service is nice. The prices were very affordable, even when the restaurant is located by the Yarra River with a very good looking view. I would definitely come back.

Great service. We dined here on Friday night dinner, with a voucher for the Lobster Thermidor. The service here was amazing. Despite being half an hour early for our booking, they seated us right away and served our food really quickly. Everything was top quality. Okay, you don't get much meat with the Lobster, but that is normal, though usually, it costs an arm and a leg. Considering, I thought it was a generous serving which was presented nicely and tasted great. All up the experience was excellent. I'd definitely come back again.

This is a great bar with excellent river views right next to highly identifiable Webb Bridge. There is a lovely atmosphere outside, with plenty of tables and charming bean bags for you and your mates to sit on. The girls do serve made up drinks out to you so the service here is impeccable. The owner seems really enthusiastic and cares about his business and customers. Love his energy and bit of a cheeky demeanour. He made an excellent mojito for my mate and I personally love their lemon lime bitters mixture. There is ample seating within for days with awful weather with a nice big screen for the sports lovers. I would definitely return for another cold one by the river with an amazing atmosphere.

I can not count how many times I have been to Hooks. I was firstly impressed by their furniture’s arrangement. As a bar, I expected to see the bustling atmosphere with modern equipment and decoration, but Hooks gave me the feeling of home-stay, of a warm and welcoming family. There come palm trees with lines of tables and chairs made from bamboo, I guess. Every time visiting Hooks, I try myself different food and beverages, as they offer a wide range of choices for the guests, from low to high price (still reasonable). I love the way staff treats me too. I’ll definitely come back.