dropped in today after doing the pioneer settlement truelly a great pub good layout fantastic food n best of all good old country service a must if you are in the area

Super busy pub. Loads of sweaty people vitis for dinner in their footy/bowls gear. But they pump out the food and it was pretty good - huge serves.

This place has the best food in swan hill as far as local pubs/clubs go. The salad is also fantastic always!!!!

My experience with this hotel was terrible. First the service from the bar was unacceptable with the barman having zero communication skills. Second I asked for spaghetti bolognese and I was charged $22 instead of $20. On the menu it said $22 the waiter said they hadn't change the menu yet and still charged $22. Very poor I say and don't go for a meal there. The staff need to lift their game.

My favourite local. But, the best way to make money in a pub and keep the customers happy is to keep the glasses full. Staff need to realise that is what puts the coin in your pocket.

The food was absolutely excellent and arrived in a short time frame. The service was way above first class. I asked one of the waitresses if there was a local boat ramp. She asked other staff who provided some verbal directions that I didn't fully understand as I didn't know the local area. Without asking, as we were leaving, she provided written directions. A small act of kindness that speaks volumes about her character and commitment to customer service.

Scotch fillet steak was just ok, I've had slightly worse but I've also had a lot better. It was a strange grey colour instead of a nice brown/pink chargrill colour- & definitely not med-rare, much more on the med-well side. The veggies were only just warm & the garlic butter had been frozen or something so it tasted odd & took ages to melt over the food. Probably won't be going back.

Scotch fillet steak was just ok, I've had slightly worse but I've also had a lot better. It was a strange grey colour instead of a nice brown/pink chargrill colour- & definitely not med-rare, much more on the med-well side. The veggies were only just warm & the garlic butter had been frozen or something so it tasted odd & took ages to melt over the food. Probably won't be going back.

Staff were great. Cheesy garlic bread was delicious. Parma and Pork sirloin were amazing. Very big portions for the price. I highly recommend this establishment

Had lunch in the external bistro area today. Dog was welcome which was a big plus. The meals were great and plentiful on the plate which makes a nice change! Extremely clean and modern facilities. Would certainly come again.

We had dinner there on way back from Adelaide to Canberra. I left my denim jacket and didn't realise until next day! We couldn't wait until 12 noon as we had arranged to pick up our cats. They kindly said they would send it and also pay postage. I was very impressed! Just received jacket. Meal was great as well!

The Federal Hotel was delightful. Clean spaces, easily navigable facilities and friendly staff. The food was also reasonable and satisfactory. Notably, my friend got the wrong order, however the staff member was accountable for this and expressed this which is also very favorable and doesn't alter my impression of this experience. Be it lunch, dinner, or to socialize with friends and family the fed is a rather engaging place to visit.

Had lunch with some friends over the weekend. Wasn't the best or the worst!!
Service was okay, I had the Chicken topped with garlic prawns on potato mash w/vege it was very salty and no boundary between vegetables and mash. The dish was too sloppy and salty.

Husband had Scotch Fillet steak, steak was cooked perfect and tender but the mushroom sauce drowned steak and even the vegetables. Next time sauce will be in a side dish!!

Avoid the Pumpkin Ravioli, bland and sloppy.

The parma's, burgers, pork loin, fish and garlic bread were a hit.

We will try again!

We were on a getaway with my Husband and decided to have lunch here yesterday the food I must say was very delicious and great portions but not happy with their customer service as we weren't even acknowledged or greeted when we walked which was rather rude in my opinion and I even saw a cook handling food with his hands without any sort of gloves on which I found very inappropriate.
But Im happy that we enjoyed our meal at least.

Very good pub ,good beer very good service ??'? ??'?. I'll be back for a feed. !!

Have been here a few times to eat. Previously would have rated it higher and had a scotch fillet, which was pretty good. Last time I had a mixed grill which left a bit to be desired. Good portion size but. Pork chop was tough, sausages weren't great, chicken was dry, the minute steak and potato salad were nice. Wasn't too keen on one of the cooks at the front warming counter checking if the chicken was cooked enough with his fingers.

We were extremely disappointed and wasn't worth the money!
If you have allergies, they don't cater for you! We had 2 adults and child with dairy allergy. They didn't even have much for gluten free too.
Minute steak, salad leafs and half steam vegetables $18. They weren't even able to provide child meal.
Chips had milk powder coating too.
Drinks were terrible too.
Lemon lime bitters was bitter as hell and leaves terrible after taste.
North Light taste terrible and wasn't pleasant to drink either.

Great food & service. So nice with the heaters on in the outdoor seating area on the cold days. The door to outside slams tho, so would be great to have a stopper so it doesn't give everyone a fright. And please add atleast one lactose free option for the hot drinks, I couldn't even have a drink after lunch.

Staff always friendly and happy to accommodate you, even when busy.

Meals good came out real quick and beer very cold what more could you ask for

Popped in for a few drinks and to cool off a bit. Great spot and staff were lovely. Only drawback is the gaming room is also a smoking den, if you're a non smoker you'll want to pokies elsewhere!

Lunch menus are delightful & value for money
Costs you only 12 dollars!

Great lunchtime specials, 7 days a week, not just M-F. Sadly, very limited GF options on overall menu though.

The band was amazing and so was the atmosphere. But not a single vegetarian option on the menu that wasn't a starter, chips or a bowl of veggies. Not even an option in the pizzas.

The staff are absolutely lovely, just as you'd expect in a country town. The beer and scotch was never scarce and the pool table was fun. Not many pubs have them anymore.

Had a good time. Great food and friendly staff

Fast service. Friendly staff. Meal was very good. We will come back if we return to Swan Hill

Delicious meal.....We both had the porterhouse and it was absolutely delicious . Great size and quality meals, great service!

Not a bad place. Probably a bit young and busy for my liking in a country pub. Food is average pub grub like production line cheap ingredients thrown together to make a half decent meal.

Very good service a jumping place and a quiet place to unwind after work

Very friendly staff fast service good food special lunch menu at a great price happy to recommend

Lovely meal to celebrate our wedding anniversary...

Virus free, what more could you want. Food and beer were also good.

I love going to the federal hotel, its just over the river, you can drive walk, play pokies and party till 3am