Yee-haw! It’s time to round up the whole family for a meal at the South Eastern Hotel in Mount Gambier. This Limestone Coast town has no shortage of pubs to dine at, but this one surely has to be one of the most family friendly – there really is something for everyone! Older kids can kick back and watch the footy on one of the big screens, younger kids can enjoy the indoor playground and the Mums can enjoy a wine or two (maybe even a cocktail?) in one of the outdoor areas.
The South Eastern really has a country feel to it, right down to the exposed timber beams in the dining area, the corregated iron partitions and and old wagon out the front. The country hospitality doesn’t end with the décor however, with the menu boasting lots of country faves and great service to match.
Why is the South Eastern Hotel so great for families? The kids will be running to the indoor playground as soon as they are in the door. It’s in a separate room off of the main dining area but with glass windows and doors so you can still see your little cherubs. It’s a soft play style playground, so get them to kick their shoes off and go for it. They’ll enjoy the slides, climbing ramp and the helicopter to play in.
There are also a couple of TVs with ABC Kids on, so if your child is ready for some downtime, you can just let them sit and watch while they wait for their meal.
On that note, let’s get onto the meals – the menu is HUGE! It has plenty of daily specials including soup, roast, pasta and more, as well as pub favourites and grill specials. The kids menu includes no less than TEN choices, including two types of pizza, stir fry and even dippy dogs! $15 will get you their meal and a pop top juice or kids soft drink.
From the main menu, the stir fry was the standout for us – it was HUGE!
Can’t believe we haven’t even mentioned the salad and veg bar yet! Selected items from the menu include the salad bar and you can choose from a wide range of salads, vegetables and sides – who doesn’t love a salad bar?!
The South Eastern Hotel is definitely a dining experience for the whole family so pop it on your list next time you are in the Limestone Coast region.
South Eastern Hotel
235 Commercial St East
MOUNT GAMBIER SA 5290
www.southeasternhotel.com.au
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