Koonya Hotel

3.8

242 Reviews

$41 to $100

Pub

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2 people

Nov 30, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 7 times today

Experiences are available.

Great for outdoor dining
Great for scenic views
Neighborhood gem

‘I do love a beer beside the seaside’

A much loved institution returns to the Sorrento foreshore. On the site of the storied Beer Garden & Dining Room is the new Koonya Hotel - complete with Public Bar, Lounge Bar, Bistro, Private Dining and Beer Garden. To wet your whistle we have all your favourite beers on tap, (served ice cold in pots, pints & jugs), Mornington Peninsula wine, Aperol Spritz, Curatif cocktails & Naked Life non-alcoholic spirits. To whet your appetite we have Pub Classics and modern Australian cuisine with ‘shucked to order’ oysters a must for ‘ostreaphiles’.

Koonya Hotel is the perfect spot for casual drinking and dining whilst enjoying Port Phillip Bay, majestic Norfolk Pines, native Couta boats & the grand ferry making its hourly crossing from Queenscliff. As the sun goes down, the volume rises and the time comes to celebrate the fact that you are in one of the best spots, in one of the best seaside towns in the world.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$41 to $100
Cuisines
Pub, Australian, Seafood
Hours of operation
Daily 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(03) 5984 3121
Website
https://koonyahotel.com.au/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
Please contact the team directly on cheers@koonyahotel.com.au or 03 5984 3121 for further information.

Location
1 Esplanade, Sorrento, AU-VIC 3943
Neighborhood
Sorrento
Cross street
Point Nepean Road
Parking details
Free Street Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Private Dining Room
A$75.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Situated in the 1927 heritage limestone Morgans Building is Koonya Hotel Private Dining Room. It comfortably seats 20 people and is perfect for any occasion. It also has a large flatscreen TV and Sonos audio.
BURGERS & SANGAS TUESDAY
A$19.50 per person
Multiple dates available
IN THE SPIRIT OF TIGHT ARSE TUESDAY... ALL BURGERS & SANGAS (SERVED W ITH FRENCH FRIES) FOR ONLY $19.50 (NORMALLY $29.50) BEEF BURGER W. BACON, CHEDDAR CHEESE, LETTUCE, TOMATO, GHERKIN RELISH + AIOLI FRIED CHICKEN BURGER W. BACON, CHEDDAR CHEESE, LETTUCE, TOMATO + AIOLI FRIED FISH BURGER W. ASIAN SLAW, LETTUCE, TOMATO, TARTARE + CUCUMBER RELISH STEAK SANDWICH W. FRIED EGG, BACON, CHEDDAR CHEESE, LETTUCE, TOMATO + AIOLI VEGGIE BURGER W. FALAFEL, SLAW, LETTUCE, TOMATO, RELISH + AVO DRESSING
STEAK NIGHT WEDNESDAYS
A$34.50 per person
Multiple dates available
300G BLACK ANGUS PORTERHOUSE WITH FRENCH FRIES + COS SALAD AND CHOICE OF PEPPERCORN SAUCE OR CAFE DE PARIS BUTTER ONLY $34.50 (NORMALLY $49.50)

Warm Sweetcorn Cob
- W. Coffee & Chipotle CremaA$15.00
- W. Cotija CheeseA$15.00
- W. Cotija Cheese & Lime CremaA$13.00
Sonoron Hot Dogs, Bacon WrappedA$18.00
w. achiote mustard, chipotle adobo & pico de gallo
Queso Fundido w. Warm Tortilla or Tortilla Chips
- W. Rainbow Cauliflower & EpazoteA$24.00
- W. Or. Chorizo in Adobo SalsaA$25.00

Especiales de La Casa

Snapper VeracruzA$60.00
Spanish CaribbeanA$46.00
stew of tomato, olive, capers & peppers
Yucatan Style BBQ Pork Rib
w. traditional pickles
- eaA$19.00
600g Flank Steak Carne Asada BBQA$65.00
green onions & peppers

Tacqeria & Antojitos

Baja Style Fish (2)A$22.00
w. chipotle adobo & lime crema
Aromatic Prawn (2)A$22.00
w. achiote, guacamole & tomatillos verde (2)
Pollo En Mole (2)A$20.00
w. braised chicken, complex chilli & chocolate (2)
Lamb Barbacoa TacosA$24.00
w. tamarind chilli mole (2)
Bourdain's Bone Marrow (2)A$25.00
w. slow cooked tongue & cheek, salsa verde (2)

Vegetariano

Vegetarian Dishes Can be Tailored for Vegans

Blue Corn TacosA$15.00
w. mushroom, poblano rajas, queso de cabra & huitlacoche
Quesadilla OaxacaA$18.00
w. refried beans, vegan cheese, peppers & green onions

Sides

Refried BeansA$12.00
w. Cotija Cheese
Sweet Potato ChipotleA$12.00
chilli fries

Desserts

$16

Patron Café Tequila Flan
Mango Salad & Sorbet
w. salted chilli

Margarita Bar

Classic MargaritaA$23.50
Cucumber Ginger MargaritaA$23.50
Jalapeno MargaritaA$23.50
Hibiscus MargaritaA$23.50
Pineapple & Coconut MargaritaA$23.50
CoronaritaA$23.50

Aperitivo

Hibiscus RoyaleA$18.00
Mexican MuleA$22.00
ChihuahuaA$23.50
Cinco de MayoA$19.50
GuavaitaA$23.00
Classic PalomaA$23.50
Spicy Mezcal PalomaA$23.50
Bloody MariaA$19.50

Cold Beer

HeinekenA$9.50
Furphy AleA$7.50
Stone & Wood Pacific AleA$8.50
Mornington Pale AleA$7.50

Mornington Peninsula Wine

NV Rahona Valley, Cuvee BlancA$14.00
2013 Bittern Estate, X Fiesta en la Playa, ArneisA$11.00

Dry White

w. aromas of apples, pears and almond and a full bodied spicy palate with a hint of aniseed

2018 Bittern Estate, Sauvignon BlancA$14.00
2021 Rahona Valley, Sauvignon BlancA$66.00
2018 Miceli, RoseA$65.00
2022 Rahona Valley, RoseA$14.00
2019 Bittern Estate, X Fiesta en la Playa, MoscatoA$11.00

A Lighter Style White

with fragrant citrus-blossom aromas and a soft, sweet palate

2019 Paringa Estate, RieslingA$61.00
2022 Foxeys Hangout, Pinot GrisA$14.00
2021 Rahona Valley, ChardonnayA$14.00
2018 Miceli 'Olivia's', ChardonnayA$72.00
2020 Quealy Estate 'Campbell & Christine', Pinot NoirA$15.00
2019 Portsea Estate, Pinot NoirA$88.00
2015 Bittern Estate, X Fiesta en la Playa, DolcettoA$11.00

A Fruit Driven Red

with smoky, plum and cherry aroma and a palate of summer berries

2020 Paringa Estate 'Peninsula', ShirazA$14.00
2018 Paringa Estate 'The Paringa', ShirazA$160.00

Featured Wine

Champagne, Veuve Clicquot, Brut N.V.A$145.00

What 242 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

3.8

3.8 based on recent ratings

3.6Food
3.8Service
4.2Ambience
3.5Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Koonya Hotel boasts a "perfect setting" with stunning views of Sorrento's front beach. Guests rave about the "amazing" burgers and "delicious" ribs. The atmosphere is cozy, and the wine selection is notable, featuring local options. While some find the food pricey, the friendly service and ambience shine through.

242 Reviews

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Sarah
Melbourne
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
Expected better size, quality and flavour of food based on the prices. The prawn tacos were nice, but everything else lacked interest and flavour.
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Kerry
Melbourne
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 3, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Disappointed on arrival after booking that there was now table allocated . I thought that was the idea, lucky we were early a got table
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Lynn
Melbourne
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 27, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The venue is lovely, the staff excellent - efficient and friendlybut the food was very disappointing and very expensive
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Nicole
Melbourne
6 reviews
2.0
6 reviews
Dined on August 17, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Lovely setting, outdoor table with ocean view. Cushions provided after we chose table as we booked for opening time. Greeting on arrival luke warm, underwhelming. Food average for inflated prices. Six diners ordered: 2 x Parma - chicken dry and chewy, sauce light and fresh, too much cheese, insipid salad, chips ok but like supermarket oven chips and high price tag $34.50! Bangers and mash - tasty but only one sausage so not bangers plural $34.50!! Fish and chips - one small piece of fish oily and wilted piece of cos lettuce and oven chips again. $34.50! Burger x 2 - average for price, gherkin relish a revelation and a highlight. $29.50!! Pulled pork sliders good. $24.50 for 2 Overall setting great, food very average with high price tag for standard pub fare, service lackadaisical.
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Judasia
Melbourne
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 3, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Midweek very quiet. Manager Julian greeted us warmly. Food took a little while to arrive and was delicious when it did. Wine selection very nice too. Local wines too which is a plus. Dessert a little dry and Julian took note. We’ll b back.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Victoria
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 3, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I ate the best ribs at this restaurant, the sauce was delicious. The staff were very nice and accommodating. It was a great restaurant for a pleasant night out with friends.
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LoriH
Victoria
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 3, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Loved it great hosts, food and ambience, wine expensive but thats the area
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Mathew
Sydney
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on June 22, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The most underrated pub in Sorrento. Hidden gem with unbelievable water views and cosy atmosphere.
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Bernadette
Victoria
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 9, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Food very average. Service was friendly. Very noisy venue. More a pub style rather than a bar as suggested.
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OpenTable Diner
Victoria
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on June 8, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Lots of potential however food lacks considering the $$$. For the price you pay, you’d expect to get a better quality meal. We ordered a chicken burger for example - the bun was a cheap Bakers delight like-roll which was very disappointing - you would be after a brioche bun for the price. With more attention to detail and higher quality selections, I think eventually they will do great however at this stage, we won’t be back. I hope this feedback is taken constructively as the ambience was lovely but not enough to return.
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FAQs

Koonya Hotel is rated 3.8 stars by 242 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 30, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 7 times today

Experiences are available.

1 Esplanade, Sorrento, AU-VIC 3943

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Point Nepean Road
Neighborhood
Sorrento
Hours of operation
Daily 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$41 to $100
Cuisines
Pub, Australian, Seafood
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Free Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://koonyahotel.com.au/
Phone number
(03) 5984 3121
Private party facilities
Please contact the team directly on cheers@koonyahotel.com.au or 03 5984 3121 for further information.

Koonya Hotel

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information

Private Dining Room

BURGERS & SANGAS TUESDAY

STEAK NIGHT WEDNESDAYS

Guacamole

ClassicoA$18.00

ChicharronA$19.50

Ceviche

MexicanaA$25.00

PoseidonA$28.00

CampechanaA$24.00

Antojitos

Warm Sweetcorn Cob

Sonoron Hot Dogs, Bacon WrappedA$18.00

Queso Fundido w. Warm Tortilla or Tortilla Chips

Especiales de La Casa

Snapper VeracruzA$60.00

Spanish CaribbeanA$46.00

Yucatan Style BBQ Pork Rib

600g Flank Steak Carne Asada BBQA$65.00

Tacqeria & Antojitos

Baja Style Fish (2)A$22.00

Aromatic Prawn (2)A$22.00

Pollo En Mole (2)A$20.00

Lamb Barbacoa TacosA$24.00

Bourdain's Bone Marrow (2)A$25.00

Vegetariano

Blue Corn TacosA$15.00

Quesadilla OaxacaA$18.00

Sides

Refried BeansA$12.00

Sweet Potato ChipotleA$12.00

Desserts

Patron Café Tequila Flan

Mango Salad & Sorbet

Margarita Bar

Classic MargaritaA$23.50

Cucumber Ginger MargaritaA$23.50

Jalapeno MargaritaA$23.50

Hibiscus MargaritaA$23.50

Pineapple & Coconut MargaritaA$23.50

CoronaritaA$23.50

Aperitivo

Hibiscus RoyaleA$18.00

Mexican MuleA$22.00

ChihuahuaA$23.50

Cinco de MayoA$19.50

GuavaitaA$23.00

Classic PalomaA$23.50

Spicy Mezcal PalomaA$23.50

Bloody MariaA$19.50

Cold Beer

HeinekenA$9.50

Furphy AleA$7.50

Stone & Wood Pacific AleA$8.50

Mornington Pale AleA$7.50

Mornington Peninsula Wine

NV Rahona Valley, Cuvee BlancA$14.00

2013 Bittern Estate, X Fiesta en la Playa, ArneisA$11.00

Dry White

2018 Bittern Estate, Sauvignon BlancA$14.00

2021 Rahona Valley, Sauvignon BlancA$66.00

2018 Miceli, RoseA$65.00

2022 Rahona Valley, RoseA$14.00

2019 Bittern Estate, X Fiesta en la Playa, MoscatoA$11.00

A Lighter Style White

2019 Paringa Estate, RieslingA$61.00

2022 Foxeys Hangout, Pinot GrisA$14.00

2021 Rahona Valley, ChardonnayA$14.00

2018 Miceli 'Olivia's', ChardonnayA$72.00

2020 Quealy Estate 'Campbell & Christine', Pinot NoirA$15.00

2019 Portsea Estate, Pinot NoirA$88.00

2015 Bittern Estate, X Fiesta en la Playa, DolcettoA$11.00

A Fruit Driven Red

2020 Paringa Estate 'Peninsula', ShirazA$14.00

2018 Paringa Estate 'The Paringa', ShirazA$160.00

Featured Wine