The Rose Hotel, Fitzroy
8 people recommend, 2 warn against itvia r/melbourne10 comments cited below
What people say, in short
People recommend The Rose Hotel in Fitzroy as cosy and relaxed, with multiple screens for watching the game. One patron finds it more chill than the Great Northern, especially on Sundays, and another says the taps include craft beers. Be aware that one patron finds the food a bit subpar, and one visitor advises against going unless you are already at the pub, warning it can get packed.
Address
The Rose Fitzroy, 406 Napier St, Fitzroy VIC 3065, Australia
At a glance
- Best for
- Craft beer
- Opinions divided
- Yes
The evidence
Every point below is paraphrased from a real public comment, ordered by how much the community engaged with it. Caveats and negatives are kept in — follow any link to read the original for yourself.
- Recommendsu/mcmeth_ in r/melbourne · Jun 2026ambience
Suggests The Rose as a cosier, slightly nicer option that is also great.
- Recommendsu/Ashamed_Entry_9178 in r/melbourne · Jun 2026ambience
Recommends The Rose as a great pub where you can hear the game.
- Recommendsu/FredMacDoogle in r/melbourne · Jun 2025ambience
Suggests the Rose Hotel as more relaxed than the Great Northern, especially on Sundays.
- Recommendsu/trueschoolalumni in r/melbourne · Dec 2023
Names it among the less obvious good pubs to try.
- Caveatu/Active-Season5521 in r/melbourne · Jun 2026taste
Says the food at The Rose is a bit below par.
- Recommendsu/elhindenburg in r/melbourne · Jun 2026variety
Agrees The Rose is great and notes most taps pour craft beer.
- Caveatu/LingualGannet in r/melbourne · Sep 2025wait time
Advises skipping it unless already there, as it is expected to be crowded.
- Recommendsu/Acrobatic-Food-5202 in r/melbourne · Jun 2026ambience
Seconds the Rose pick, saying multiple screens mean every game is shown.
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- Recommendsu/Wandmanager21 in r/melbourne · Jun 2025
Says reading the comments convinced them the Rose is the ideal pub.
- Recommendsu/DancinWithWolves in r/melbourne · Jun 2026
Lists it among inner-city pubs that suit watching a game.
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Details last checked 10 Nov 2026. Recommendations reflect what people said at the time; confirm current details before you go.