Fodor's Expert Review The Charming Squire

Named after legendary convict brewmaster James Squire, this stylish new brewery and restaurant in South Bank’s cultural precinct boasts a large, open-plan bar area—featuring sweeping ceilings, polished concrete flooring, repurposed timber, and trendy copper accents. Enjoy local beef, lamb, and pork slow-cooked on the Iron Bark coal pit, alongside traditional pub favorites like fish-and-chips, burgers, pizza, salads, and antipasto-style share plates. The venue’s own deli, The Brewer’s Pantry, is also open for breakfast, lunch, and coffee.