Opening hours
| Monday | 11:30 am – 9 pm |
| Tuesday | 11:30 am – 9 pm |
| Wednesday | 11:30 am – 10 pm |
| Thursday | 11:30 am – 11 pm |
| Friday | 11:30 am – 1 am |
| Saturday | 11:30 am – 1 am |
| Sunday | 11:30 am – 10 pm |
Times shown in local time (Melbourne). Public holiday hours may differ.
- Address420 Sydney Road, Brunswick VIC 3056
- Websitethepennyblack.com.au
- CuisinePubs & Bistros
420 Sydney Road, Brunswick VIC 3056 · 5.1 km from Melbourne centre
Popular times
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At a glance
- TypePub
- CuisinePubs & Bistros
- AreaBrunswick, Melbourne
- StateVictoria
- HoursOpen 7 days, open late on Thursdays & Fridays & Saturdays
About The Penny Black
The Penny Black is a pubs & bistros pub in Brunswick, Victoria. You'll find it at 420 Sydney Road, Brunswick VIC 3056, roughly 5.1 km from the Melbourne city centre.
The Aussie pub bistro is an institution — hearty counter meals, chicken parmis, steak nights and roasts, served alongside a cold beer and the footy on the big screen.
The Penny Black is open 7 days, open late on Thursdays & Fridays & Saturdays; the venue offers dine-in.
Planning a night out in Brunswick? 10 other venues are within a short distance, including A Little Room For Ice Cream and King Tut.
In the venue's own words: “Visit The Penny Black, the ultimate Brunswick pub and beer garden. Enjoy live music, famous pizzas, and the best beer garden on Sydney Road.”
Amenities & services
- 🍽️Dine-in
- 🍸Licensed / bar
What to order
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Closest restaurants to The Penny Black
The 10 nearest places to eat, with distance and travel time.
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A Little Room For Ice Cream 🍨 Desserts & Gelato · 420 Sydney Road, Brunswick10 mN · 1 min walk
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King Tut 🧆 Middle Eastern & Turkish · 414 Sydney Road, Brunswick30 mS · 1 min walk -
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Duke of Edinburgh Hotel 🍺 Pubs & Bistros · 430 Sydney Road, Brunswick30 mNE · 1 min walk -
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K&H Hot Bread Bakery ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 397 Sydney Road, Brunswick30 mW · 1 min walk
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4 Pines Welcome to Brunswick (The Hall) 🍺 Pubs & Bistros · 400 Sydney Road, Brunswick40 mS · 1 min walk -
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Market Lane Coffee ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 383 Sydney Road, Brunswick50 mSW · 1 min walk
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Hello Banh Mi House 🍽️ International · 444 Sydney Road, Brunswick50 mN · 1 min walk
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Vandels ☕ Cafés & Brunch · 446 Sydney Road, Brunswick60 mN · 1 min walk
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9
Yo More 🍨 Desserts & Gelato · 377 Sydney Road, Brunswick60 mSW · 1 min walk
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4 Pines Welcome to Brunswick (Brewery & Beer Garden) 🍺 Pubs & Bistros · 1 Frith Street, Brunswick70 mSE · 1 min walk
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Eating out in Brunswick
Brunswick is home to 162 places to eat in our guide, part of the wider Melbourne area with 9,581 venues. The local dining scene leans towards cafés & brunch, pubs & bistros, middle eastern & turkish restaurants. Within 25 km of The Penny Black there are 8,126 restaurants, cafés and pubs to choose from.
Nearby suburbs worth exploring include Brunswick East (1.4 km), Princes Hill (1.6 km), Brunswick West (1.8 km), Carlton North (2.1 km).
Cuisine mix in Brunswick
Frequently asked questions
Where is The Penny Black located?
The Penny Black is located at 420 Sydney Road, Brunswick VIC 3056. It is about 5.1 km from the centre of Melbourne. Tap the map on this page to start turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.
What are the opening hours of The Penny Black?
The Penny Black is open 7 days, open late on Thursdays & Fridays & Saturdays. Today's hours are highlighted in the opening hours table above, which shows whether it is open right now (Australia/Melbourne time). Hours can change on public holidays, so it is worth confirming before you visit.
What kind of food does The Penny Black serve?
The Penny Black serves Pubs & Bistros cuisine. Browse our pubs & bistros menu guide for typical dishes and dietary options.
How can I contact The Penny Black?
You can reach The Penny Black or via its website.
What is the closest restaurant to The Penny Black?
The closest venue is A Little Room For Ice Cream, about 10 m to the north (1 min walk). Other close options include King Tut (30 m), Duke of Edinburgh Hotel (30 m), K&H Hot Bread Bakery (30 m).
What are some recommended places to eat near The Penny Black?
Popular, well-documented choices nearby include Spice Mix (Indian, 970 m), Al Dente Enoteca (Italian, 3.3 km), Yeshi Ethiopian Restaurant (African, 3.6 km).
Where else can I find pubs & bistros food near Brunswick?
Other pubs & bistros venues close by include Small Time (130 m), Hotel Railway (200 m), The Brunswick Green (240 m).
How many restaurants are there in Brunswick?
Our guide lists 162 places to eat in Brunswick, most commonly cafés & brunch (53), pubs & bistros (20), middle eastern & turkish restaurants (12). Within 25 km there are 8,126 venues in total.