Step into the Pig & Whistle Hotel, where timeless character meets modern comfort. Experience genuine Australian pub culture in the heart of Trentham East’s scenic countryside.
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Experience the true essence of an iconic country pub at the Pig n Whistle Hotel, located in the scenic Trentham East, Victoria. Since opening its doors in 1887, our pub has been serving the local community and visitors alike, blending our rich Irish heritage with the best of Aussie pub culture. We take pride in our authentic and cozy atmosphere, providing a unique space where history, community, and hospitality unite.
Step into a world where the past meets the present—our historic pub in the Macedon Ranges offers a perfect balance of traditional charm and modern comforts. The Pig and Whistle Hotel Trentham East has everything you need for a great day out—delicious food, great drinks, and the kind of atmosphere that makes you feel right at home. Whether you’re savouring our locally inspired menu, enjoying an afternoon with friends in our dog-friendly beer garden, or attending one of our live music events, our mission is to ensure that every visitor leaves with a smile.
Our kitchen prides itself on using fresh, locally-sourced ingredients to bring you the best flavours in the region. Our country pub menu offers a range of classic favourites, from traditional parmas to our popular fish and chips, crafted to satisfy every palate. We even have plenty of vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options, ensuring everyone in your party finds something to love.
The Pig and Whistle Hotel is proud to be a family-friendly pub, welcoming all ages to experience the joy of a great pub meal. Families can enjoy a relaxed atmosphere with spacious seating, a dedicated children’s menu, playground, and fun activities to keep the little ones entertained, making every visit enjoyable for everyone. Our “For the Kids” menu is specially crafted to keep our youngest guests happy, while adults can relax with a drink from our extensive bar, featuring everything from craft beers to locally produced wines.
Bring your furry friends along! Our spacious dog-friendly beer garden is the perfect spot for a relaxing afternoon under the Trentham sun or cozied up next to our outdoor fires. Enjoy lush surroundings with comfortable seating, whilst sipping a drink from our bar. With enough space for both people and pets, the beer garden is a favourite for families, friends, and anyone looking to spend quality time outdoors. Kids can safely run and play while parents relax, making it an ideal spot for family outings. Dogs are always welcome here, making it a must-visit for dog lovers in Trentham and beyond.
What’s a pub without some good live music? The Pig and Whistle Hotel is known for its vibrant atmosphere and regular live music events. Come and enjoy tunes from talented local artists while soaking in the lively community vibe. Our events are always family-friendly, ensuring there’s something for everyone—from live music to special activities that kids will love. Our events calendar is always packed with great entertainment, ranging from weekend gigs to themed nights that bring everyone together.
Planning something special? We also host private functions! Our cozy pub environment is perfect for small gatherings, whether you’re celebrating a birthday, hosting a reunion, or even just wanting a night out with a group of friends. Let our friendly team help make your event truly memorable.
At The Pig and Whistle Hotel, we pride ourselves on being a place where families can come together and make lasting memories. Our pub is all about providing a welcoming, relaxed environment for everyone—parents, kids, and even furry friends. Whether it’s our dedicated children’s menu, safe play areas in the beer garden, or family-friendly events, everything we do is aimed at making sure the whole family has a great time. We believe that a true community pub should be a place where everyone, from the youngest to the oldest, feels right at home.
We believe the best pubs tell a story, and ours is built around community. Since 1887, Pig and Whistle Hotel Trentham has served as a gathering place for locals and visitors alike. Whether it’s sharing a meal, enjoying a cold drink after a long day, or swapping stories by the bar, our pub aims to create memories that last. We honour the traditions that have made us a beloved part of Trentham East and invite you to be part of our story.
Located just a short drive from the beautiful Macedon Ranges, our pub is the ideal stop on your next journey through Victoria. Whether you’re hiking through nature, exploring the local area, or simply in search of a great meal, Pig and Whistle Hotel offers a welcome escape from the everyday hustle.
Monday: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM (Jinky’s Food Truck)
Monday to Sunday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM serving lunch and dinner, with the kitchen open all day on weekends.
Join us at the Pig and Whistle Hotel Trentham—the perfect destination for food, drinks, music, and memories in a truly authentic country pub setting.
Ready to experience all that our historic pub has to offer? We invite you to stop by, relax, and create your own stories at the Pig and Whistle Hotel. Stay up-to-date with our latest events by following us on Facebook and Instagram. If you’d like to make a reservation or inquire about hosting a function, give us a call at (03) 5424 1213 or email us at cheers@pigandwhistlehotel.com.au.
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Craig BroderickSeptember 30, 2024Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Great food my steak was cooked perfectly, awesome service but we had one problem..All we could hear was a loud beeping sound from the kitchen which drove us mad...Posted on Google![]()
Jess SalcedoSeptember 29, 2024Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
We came on the Friday and returned today to show my parents the beautiful service and food. Our 2 yr old son is welcomed with open arms and really enjoys all the beautiful staff ! The house Pinot Noir is the most delish red and my husband loves the cold Guinness tap . See you soonPosted on Google![]()
Tony BlackSeptember 29, 2024Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
With a warm open fire and such friendly helpful staff , we had a lovely Sunday afternoon lunch. You will be seeing us again soon .Posted on Google![]()
Andrew DoddsSeptember 27, 2024Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
The Pig and Whistle provided a memorable experience. Welcomed at the bar by Eammon, seated outside by a warming fire, kids played by the play set as we awaited our order, multiple dietary requests were accommodated, and some delicious meals had.Posted on Google![]()
Alison BakerSeptember 25, 2024Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Decided to go for a country drive, got lost and thank goodness as it lead us to this wonderful pub. Staff were very friendly and welcoming, our food was delicious and served in good time. Lovely relaxed atmosphere. Will definitely be coming back, thank youPosted on Google![]()
Andrew GloynsSeptember 23, 2024Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
A lovely pub run by lovely people. One of my favourite local pubs. You’ll always find locals here which, for me, is a good sign! The staff are always incredibly kind and friendly and the food is consistently excellent. I like that they have both mainstream and local beers on tap as it’s great to be able to support local businesses. The beer garden is a great feature and even better when live music is playing. Can’t beat it on an sunny afternoon!Posted on Google![]()
Jacki SimminsSeptember 23, 2024Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Thank you so much for the amazing service, food and hospitality. The rearranging of the dining room to allow for our decorations, the extra tables moved in, the additional props such as the beer barrel and the stunning location and facilities all helped to make the space absolutely perfect to celebrate 90 years of a wonderful woman. Thanks for everything, very much appreciated.Posted on Google![]()
Jeanie MenziesSeptember 21, 2024Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
The amazing service their young staff provide is exceptional. All the staff were lovely and professional but we were so impressed by the obviously younger staff. Whatever you are doing should be rolled out as a training lesson!Load more
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my new Fav pub, Smiles from the moment we walked in with awesome customer service the whole time we were there. nice and cosy wood fires and interiors throughout each room. Meals were magnificent best parma ive ever had. will definitely return for more experiences. impressive and prices are competitive. thankyou, stay awesome.
We had such a great experience at the Pig & Whistle today. We called at about 2:30pm, half expecting that we might have missed the kitchen, and spoke with Redmond, who couldn't have been more helpful. My friend chose the dal curry with cauliflower, while I told Redmond that I wasn't fussy and asked him to simply choose his favourite dish for me and surprise me. He certainly delivered — an absolutely delicious Sri Lankan curry that I thoroughly enjoyed. From the moment we spoke on the phone to the time we left, Redmond was fantastic. Extremely friendly, personable and genuinely excellent at what he does. He found us a beautiful spot to sit, looked after us wonderfully and really made the whole experience memorable. Great pub, fantastic food and exceptional service. Redmond in particular deserves a lot of credit — he turned a good lunch into a genuinely wonderful experience. We'll definitely be back.
Great pub, great atmosphere, great food and great customer service
Best country pub in aus by a country mile! Food and customer service is next level. Wouldn’t recommend anywhere else!!
We dropped in for a meal and beer to watch the footy on a weekend visit to Trentham. What a fabulous country pub. We were welcomed by smiling young staff , seated in front of the fire and served a fantastic meal. I can’t recommend the Irish Parma enough!! The lamb shanks were great too. It was a wonderful experience.
Amazing country pub. Great service, lovely warm vibe for a beautiful sunny winter's day.
The Pig and Whistle Crew did an exemplary job of hosting our Annual Lancia Car Club Run. We had 30 members, 16 cars and everyone thoroughly enjoyed the day. Food was great, staff were attentive and the venue has a beautiful country pub ambiance. Special thanks to Publican Eammon and Ruby and John from the Crew who helped make the delay a delight.
Lovely pub with open fireplaces and friendly service. Enjoyed lunch here.
Always the best and most fabulous service at the pig and whistle hotel. Absolutely beautiful food 😍
Amazing country pub, fantastic atmosphere, best parmi in Australia
Absolutely gorgeous country pub! We thoroughly enjoyed every moment of being here for my partners 40th dinner. Warm welcome reception from all staff, beautiful cozy uplifting music and atmosphere inside. Really good food and drinks, love all the open fires, we played pool, darts, and just left feeling well looked after - something we don’t always feel with hospitality and customer service days but these guys know how to host! 10/10 and will be back 🤍
Absolutely amazing , it is such a beautiful pub, food and atmosphere is so good and Amon is the bestVerified
Thanks Pig and Whistle 🦆🦆❤️ Can’t rate this place highly enough !! Booked for 20 people, the staff were fantastic, great food, great service, warm and cosy friendly atmosphere !! Everything went perfectly !! 🦆🦆😎Verified
Attention all Sniffies Quickly becoming the unofficial Grindr and Sniffies meeting place. Great place to catch up with like minded people who enjoy a cold beer and great food in a relaxed and welcoming environment. The pork ribs and calamari are a standout! Beer is icy cold and service is non judgmental. Friday afternoons are the preferred times in the courtyard if you are into the Tradie / blue collar crowd. Secluded and private car park add to appeal.Verified
Perfect night out. I have never written a review in my life and I'm nearly 58, tonight I took my family out for dinner to celebrate my partners 51st birthday, 90 min drive from our house in Melbourne and I honestly couldn't have picked a better place. It was our first time there and it won't be our last, service 5 stars , food 5 stars , atmosphere 5 stars. I had pork ribs which melted in my mouth, beautiful flavours 5 stars , kids loved there Irish Parma's with perfect mash with a red wine sauce, and the birthday girl had the Asian Green vegetables which she loved. Heading back home we didn't stop talking about our evening, my partner impressed by my decision to go there, big brownie points too me lol.Verified
Great country pub, will keep coming back. Yep me again, back at The Pig & Whistle doesn't disappoint, a great country pub with great food, excellent tap beers & wine and great friendly service, especially from Eammon, Amy & Ruby last time Eammon, Jess & Laura. Will keep coming back.Verified
Quiet spot with good food Good feed in peaceful relaxing location. Had the steak , which was excellent and a generous Parma, this was also very good. Great beer garden and a good spot for Sniffies to meet of a Friday afternoon for a meet up in a discreet location.Verified
Lunch travels Stoped in for our weekly travel lunch, was a cool day but nicely warmed up by the fire places being on, Food was good. a relaxing spot to stop for lunch.Verified
Great all rou d experience 👍 Pad Thai was fantastic 👌 and staff very friendly 😀Verified
So good, we’ll be back Love this place. It’s got that classic country pub feel but the food is a step up. Guinness pie was a highlight. Super friendly staff and just a really nice vibe overall.Verified
What a gem - wish I lived nearby Went on the 7/12 - the pub and the staff were awesome - the food was 10/10. Great atmosphere and plenty of fire places to keep warm. Will be going backVerified
Great food lovers We visited from Perth last year and were taken to the Pig and Whistle. Enjoyed it so much we had to go again this year. Terrific food, very friendly and helpful young staff, great atmosphere and nice warm fires on a cold day. We love this place.Verified
Warm and wonderful We visited the Pig and Whistle pub in Woodend Victoria for lunch. The staff are amazing, the food better than some of the best restaurants I’ve been to and each room had a cosy wood fire burning. It was a cold wet day and I couldn’t think of a better place to be.Verified
Worth the trip out of town Pretty good destination pub with pretty good food and atmosphere. Enjoyed my ribs but was a bit suss on the mashed potatoes. So soft & melty on the tongue that they kind of didn't seem like real potatoes. The chicken wings were good. Nice sticky & lime flavour with the sweet chilli & lime flavour. Onion rings were all batter. But overall a good experience.Load more
Please note that a surcharge of 10% is applied to all food and beverages on Sundays, and a surcharge of 15% is applied on public holidays.
We at the Pig and Whistle Hotel, situated in the heart of the beautiful lands traditionally cared for by the Dja Dja Wurrung People, express our deep respect for them as the original custodians. We acknowledge their enduring connection to this land, its waterways, and their Elders past, present, and emerging. Our gratitude extends to being part of this landscape, rich in history and culture.