Albion Hotel

Great suburban watering hole on the main Sandgate road drag at AlbionIt has been here for a hundred years!The dining section is done out in an Italian twist and very comfortableThe chandelier lighting adds. Touch of refinement

Good staff and nice atmosphere. Food was great. Thank you for a lovely evening. I was there with a group and we all had a good time in the wine room.

$17 for four southern style wings feels a bit like a practical joke. Non existent gluten free options but some vegan options. Aside from that at least the food was quick.

Good place for a few catchup drinks with friends. Nice outdoor area with shade on the hot summer days. Good selection of drinks and a few non alcoholic options too which was nice to see. We had the lunch special rump steak- great value for money and delicious. Staff were attentive as well.

This is on behalf of Sally and Maggie who would like to thank your staff for their excellent service. A special thank you to Ruth who is always so welcoming and friendly. It keeps us coming back.

We stopped in the as our son is thinking about having a small wedding reception there for around 20 people so we had a look at there wine room looks nice just the right sizeWe also had lunch there that was very nice as wellGreat parking there and only across the road from the train station as well.

Nice food, could be cheaper but is pub food.

The food is so good every time. The service is awesome, will be back for our next dinner occasion. Old mate even took photos for our family. Very friendly. Excellent. Thanks.

FoodBeing just my wife and I, we stuck to a fairly simple ordering protocol; starting with two drinks, followed by an entrée and then two mains, supplemented by an extra glass of our fav “Squealing Pig” Sauvignon blanc to wash it all down. For the entrée, we chose the “calamari fritti” with citrus aioli ($14), while the mains were the “chicken supreme” ($27) and the Moroccan lamb pizza ($26). The calamari was soft and chewy; accompanied by a smooth and creamy aioli sauce. Perfect way to start the evening. And the mains didn’t disappoint either. My wife's chicken supreme was a tasty and satisfying dish, with generous pieces of succulent chicken, served with fresh rocket salad, potato cakes that were as soft as butter, and garlic sauce. My Moroccan lamb had lashings of tender lamb slices, cheese, spinach and caramelised onion. As good as any you’d get at any Italian pizzeria. Portion sizes were generous and we both enjoyed our meals. Presentation was neat on smart, modern crockery.ServiceWe were warmly greeted on arrival by the manager, and shown to a nice table on the outdoor terrace, in the part of the venue, known as the “Cucina Restaurant”. This is the kind of place where you’ll feel welcome the moment you walk in. Amy, our server for the night, was polite, friendly and efficient. She was perceptive too, helping us to choose the right table, in a quieter part of the restaurant. Our order was promptly taken and drinks, entrees and main courses came out in a steady clip and in the correct order. It was a pleasure to enjoy such professional service. Thanks Amy.VibeThe Albion is a stylish, airy and spacious venue with multiple dining areas, inside and outside, pub style or bistro style: there’s something for everyone. It exudes history and old world charm and if you take a walk down the corridor you’ll see a pic of the original hotel built in the 1860s, alongside a framed narrative of the story of the site. As a history buff, I loved that. Furniture is comfy with colourful wicker chairs and solid steel tables that were able to fit all the drinks and the meals. The vibe is relaxed, casual and laid back. Tables are well spaced out, meaning that acoustics were good and we were easily able to converse. But I guess as the weather cools, indoor dining would be more suitable and you’ll have plenty of choice of where to sit.CostWe paid 88 for three drinks, including a pint of my fav Gt Northern Super Crisp Ale at the specials price of only 6, an entrée and two mains. Given the excellent quality of the food, generous portion sizes and efficient service, it was money well spent. But it really just goes to show the extent to which inflation, driven by massive govt overspending and free money for all, has completely eroded the value of our little Aussie peso.ToiletsToilets are clean and well provisioned with soap and hand towels. They’re clearly signposted and easy to find in the middle of the venue.ParkingThere is a car park right in front of the venue, which also serves the adjacent BWS Liquor Store. Apparently payment is required to park, but if you give your car reg to the manager, he’ll make sure that you aren’t charged. Having the BWS liquor store right there is handy and convenient, as you can stock up the liquor cabinet on your way out.SummaryWe had a fab night at the Albion and everything ran smoothly. The Albion is part of the A.L.H. Group of hotels. We’ve dined at many of them in and around Bris and never been disappointed. The Albion was no exception and it completely met all our expectations. Here you’ll find all the ingredients for a laid back, relaxed and super comfy night out with family and/or friends. We’ll definitely be back.