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The Charles Dickens Tavern

6.5Friend Score / 10

#20 of 20 Bars & Nightlife in Melbourne

Known forChicken ParmigianaBeef & Guinness PieCorned BeefPloughman's plate
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A proper English-style underground pub on Collins Street serving honest pub food and a solid range of beers. Order the Chicken Parmigiana, Beef & Guinness Pie, steaks, or the Ploughman's plate—all consistently praised. One note: food can take a while to arrive during busy periods, and at least one reviewer received a half pie instead of a full one.

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Hours
Hours not verified
Price$$
Phone(03) 9654 1821
Websitethecharlesdickenstavern.com.au
Nearest transit
Time needed
Best time to go
Last verifiedJuly 21, 2026

Friend Score

6.5/10
  • Value7.0
  • excellence7.5
  • local_love7.0
  • Authenticity7.0
  • fame_sustained7.0
  • distinctiveness7.5
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Last reviewed July 21, 2026 by AskTheCity Editorial.