Cross Keys Hotel

Definitely one of the better pubs in terms of food, service and atmosphere. I would say it's more on the 4 1/2 star rating as I found queuing up to place food orders during a Sunday lunch rush can be quite chaotic with a long line snaking around the tables and the poor wait staff having to weave and dodge around patrons while juggling full plates of food. Other than that most of the staff especially the young lady powering through the food orders at the registers were lovely, patient and thorough. Food was mostly classic pub fare but done right. The dining area was quite spacious, well lit, clean and with good air-conditioning. Great place for large families and groups to have a casual catch up over food and drinks.

We were a group of 7 and all were super impressed with our meals. They came super fast and in very generous serves. Will definitely continue to return to the Cross Keys.

Mum & I have lunch regularly at the Cross Keys Hotel. The Seniors meal & every meal is cooked to perfection.

Well done to the Chef.

The staff are absolutely delightful, their customer service is outstanding.

Had the pleasure of meeting A lovely young employee Johnno who went above and beyond assisting us. Well done to everyone & thank you all. xx

Enjoyed a lovely dinner here with a group of 8 adults and 3 children. We all really enjoyed our meals. Fast service and delicious great value for money. Will definitely be back.

Had mums 89th bday lunch today..lunch was great service was fantastic and always good atmosphere..being a regular we enjoy coming here seeing familiar faces..mum had a great day..big shout out to Stuart for putting on garlic bread and bruscetta for our tables..amazing..very grateful Stuart..

Great place to dine out with friends 🧡

Amazing meal sizes. I had the lamb shanks and couldn't finish them (the cheesy garlic bread didn't help though 🙃)

We had a party in one of the gorgeous function rooms at Cross Keys. Erica who had been our main contact is extremely organised and professional knowing her stuff 100%. She made organising a party sooooo easy without any hassle or headaches. The team that took care of our night were BRILLIANT to say the least from the crew at the bar to the security. Well done Cross Keys- I wouldn't even BOTHER looking elsewhere for our next venue. Anyone needing a place to host a party should not miss checking out this hotel.

Went back to the Cross Keys after a few years where it was ok but could have been much better. On this occasion, I was very impressed, the food came out quite quickly after ordering, everyone at our table enjoyed their meal, my wife and I loved the seafood linguine and everything was reasonably priced, but the only thing that let the evening down were the chairs could have been more comfortable, the back rest dug into our back. As always, there is plenty of off street parking.

Best local pub in the area, the staff are lovely and nice outdoor area

Simply brilliant. But I would have liked a third lamb cutlet

Hadn't been to the Cross Keys for over a year. It's changed a bit. Some walls have come down so more open now.
Food was good as I remember it.
Just wanted a quiet night with the wife. Was a bit noisy as there was a birthday party going on, but was a good night.
I had the kofta open souvi & the Mrs had the grilled barra. Both nice dishes

Function room upstairs has all you need for a party. Party food was good. Staff and owner Stuart provide exceptional service with a smile.

First time visit to the bistro (for a friend's son's birthday party). Not a local. Clean and friendly. Loved the garlic bread, chips, burger. Very reasonably priced. Has a sports bar with pokies we didn't visit. Ample on-site parking. Great playground for the kids next door. A very enjoyable day out.

The Cross Keys is fantastic. The owners are really nice, food is great and nice atmosphere. A real gem in Strathmore!

We celebrated Mum and Dad's 70th Wedding Anniversary and Dad's 90th Birthday. For a Sit down Lunch in the Terrace. The Staff were amazing, the Food was delicious, a perfect space for our family and friends to come together created a great atmosphere.
Would recommend this venue very highly

Great food, great prices and great service and staff , definately on the return list

Staff are legends, shanks are out of this world.

Fabulous food and amazing service from those working. No complaints !!!

We had our Retirees and Redundees' lunch at Cross Keys, Essendon today, 4th December 2023. The food was great, the staff & service excellent and the company was even better. Everyone enjoyed their time together. Another great catch-up again. Until next time..........