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Northcote RSL

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RSL delivers a great family bistro in the heart of Northcote.

Editorial


While the Northcote RSL might lack the Australiana charm of the few servicemen's clubs that have resisted the urge to renovate, all is forgiven because boy, is Barney's Bistro the bomb!

Unless you have a penchant for pokies the reason you come here is to eat, not drink. Although for an RSL they have quite the eclectic beverage selection. While of course you can get a pot of Carlton on tap, you can also down a Corona. While you could settle on a glass of cask fruity white ($3.10), you could also try their selection of bottled wines. For the seniors though, they can't go past the Abbotsford Stout; long necks no less.

But hang on, let's get back to Barneys. The décor is circa late '80s, with its purple carpet and blonde wood high back chairs. It's a fairly large open and airy room with a kids' indoor playground obligingly located in the far, far, right-hand corner.

If you are lucky enough to find yourself here of a Wednesday evening, you my friend are here for Steak Nite. A perfectly grilled Porterhouse will set you back $16. Of a Thursday, Parmas are all the go.

Seniors again luck out and can score either two courses for $13 or three for $15. The rest of us will have to settle for crumbed whiting salad with mango aioli, or one of their absolutely top burgers.

A large function room that fits about 150 people is also available, as is off-street parking. Word of warning: the entrance and car park is around the back off Dennis Street. That should save you some hassles.

Rachel Cook, March 2010

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