Criterion Hotel Castlemaine

We visited the restaurant on a chilly and rainy day. The staff were very friendly, the food selection was excellent, and the beer was cold and refreshing. I would highly recommend stopping by for a meal.

When we arrived at the pub/restaurant we were directed to a restaurant that was empty save for one table of two families with children. The restaurant rapidly filled up for lunch. There were a few things I noticed. The air conditioning was not on ...it was a cold day, which made the atmosphere uncomfortable. Our hot beverages arrived. My coffee was splattered into the saucer and no sugar was available on the table. I asked for extra sugar from the bar man and he gave me two sachets for both my daughter and myself very generous! My daughter received her hot chocolate with a soup spoon. When the meals came out nearly an hour later after many other tables after us had already been served, my soup had no spoon with it and dry bread with no butter. I had to request these 'extras '. Overall I was very disappointed with my experience there and would not waste my money going back. We should have been served our meals far earlier than we were and the restaurant should have been comfortably warm in that we should not have needed to wear padded jackets while eating. The food was mediocre and the staff were unimpressive.

Had been there about a year ago, and this visit definitely was great. Food way above Pub Fayre, next level. Roast Lamb, with delicious roasted veg, I had feta veg pie,with Fig seasonal vegs. Individual pies with amazing pastry. Good meal prices for...food quality Very friendly staff. Keep up the great work : Will be back

The food at the bistro is incredibly delicious. The staff is fantastic, friendly, and attentive to all your needs.

Called into this pub on a visit to Castlemaine with family and after attending the Australia Day Hanging Rock Races. A typical country pub with old time decor. Open fire place and obviously popular for bands. The menu was basic parmas, fish and chips, a...little different was my husbands choice of Portuguese Chicken. It was half a chicken with 9 roasted new potatoes, 2 corn on the cobs and coleslaw, a huge meal that was very nice but could have been shared for 2. The 2 parmas ordered were very nice too but I never understand why they have to be placed on top of the chips and half the salad (chips in a seperate basket might be a better option). Fish and chips was enjoyed by my sister in-law. One thing they really SHOULD consider is fly control. It is so off putting when sitting inside, to be swatting flies between mouthfuls and to see flies crawling all over the vacant tables. Otherwise good typical pub style.