The Spread eagle HOTEL
Exceptional service and a restaurant that’s a cut above.
The Spread Eagle Hotel is one of Richmond’s favourite pubs and the perfect place to meet with friends.
Offering good old fashioned hospitality for more than 130 years, the Spready’s experienced, friendly staff and inspired modern Australian cuisine always impress.
A beer and wine list to accompany fine dining or pub grub options means there’s something for everyone!
Join us for lunch or dinner 7 days a week, one of our famous mid-week dinner specials, or treat your friends and family with a tailored package in one of our private party spaces.
Our History
The Spread Eagle Hotel's historical roots can be seen in the original features of the building, and our trademark old-fashioned hospitality.
Our History
The Spread Eagle Hotel's historical roots can be seen in the original features of the building, and our trademark old-fashioned hospitality.
The Spread Eagle Hotel opened for business in 1854 just up the road from its current location - a thriving business with a live eagle living on the enclosed balcony. Mary Allan and husband Albert later bought the business and commissioned renowned German-born architect John Augustus Bernard Koch to rebuild the pub on the corner of Bridge Road and Coppin Street. Mary insisted an eagle stand at every corner of the bar and on the staircase. The rebuilt Spread Eagle re-opened in 1885 and still stands today as a Richmond landmark.
Business was steady but the Allans had a tempestuous marriage, with reports of jugs of beer thrown across the bar at each other and alleged poisoning attempts between spouses.
Albert was scarcely missed when he abandoned Mary for another woman, leaving her to run the Spread Eagle alone.
High-spirited Mary was never without her pet cockatoo, known to the locals as Cocky Allan. He was Richmond’s most talkative resident for his 22 years living in the pub. So loved was Cocky Allan that he was controversially buried in the family grave at Melbourne General Cemetery in 1912. The then head of the Victorian Catholic Church protested Cocky Allan’s burial in sacred ground, but Mary Allan had other ideas.
Since its colourful beginnings, the Spready has brought good old-fashioned hospitality to the heart of Richmond for more than 130 years.
Richmond’s Premier Club Hotel and Pub
Welcome to the Spread Eagle Hotel – the destination of choice in central Melbourne for wine, cocktails, beer, and delicious food.
Known as the Spready by our regulars, we are a leading Richmond pub that combines old-fashioned hospitality with modern Australian and exotic cuisines.
Are you searching for a perfect Richmond club hotel to chill out with your colleagues and friends? You will find the Spready an ideal place for your wonderful evenings.
Excellent Range of Drinks
At the Spread Eagle, we offer a vast range of wines, beers, and cocktails for you to savour.
Do you want sparkling wines, whites, reds, and rose with individual tastes, colours, and aromas? We source and offer the best quality wines in the region to our valued guests in Richmond.
You can also enjoy our on-tap beer as well as bottled beer from well-known Australian and international brands. It includes Carlton Draught, Carlton Dry, Cascade Light, Asahi, Heineken Mid, and many other beers with unique flavours and aromas.
Do you want stress-free and fun-filled evenings with cocktails? You can choose Espresso Martini, Amaretto Sour, Long Island Iced Tea, Old Fashioned, Cosmopolitan, French Martini, and much more.
We deliver a bustling environment at the Spread Eagle accompanied by our great range of drinks.
A Food Paradise
As one of the best bars in Richmond, we offer delicious food – both exotic and locally influenced dishes. From starters to desserts, our menu is prepared to tantalise your taste buds.
Do you want to enjoy a great dinner in Richmond? Look no further than the Spread Eagle.
Enjoy a traditional Aussie chicken parmigiana, slow-cooked lamb shoulder, almond chocolate cake, and much more to tantalise the taste-buds.
World-Class Service
We have provided world class service since we began operating in 1854. We have passionate and trained staff who will give you a memorable wining and dining experience. Allow the team at the Spread Eagle to exceed your expectations
As one of the leading Richmond bars, we greatly value the positive feel and feedback of our customers.
Something Special on Every Day
We offer something special every day, including mid-week programs including, Italian night on Tuesdays, Steak Night on Wednesdays, Locals Night on Thursdays, and more. On Fridays and Saturdays, you can enjoy the live music while exploring new tastes and drinks until 1.00am.
Make Your Reservation Today
Reserve your seats today and enjoy great evenings under the roof of the Spread Eagle. Do you have more questions? Call us today on (03) 9428 6895 for more information.