Play Pokies at Terminus Hotel Strathalbyn in Strathalbyn

OK now! It's been a week, and the girls and I are still buzzing from our getaway to Terminus hotel in Strathalbyn.

The moment we stepped into the pub, we were greeted with the warmest smiles and seated in the beer garden, overlooking the beautiful Soldiers Memorial Gardens. The atmosphere was pure relaxation.

Now the food!? Far beyond the usual pub fare, it was flavours overload, a delightful surprise.

The haloumi was beautifully grilled, served on a sweet smooth pumpkin purée with lentils and a crunch of roasted pumpkin seeds.
Then, the corn ribs!!! Jesus, these were an absolute revelation - I never usually go for corn, but this dish changed my mind completely. That seasoned butter, the juicy corn, and the sprinkle of parmesan? Perfection.
And then, the Brazilian croquettes - still thinking about them. Perfect to pair with a cold beer! Crispy, flavourful, with a secret sauce that had to have a bit of magic in it. (The chef was kind enough to send us home with extra sauce, and for that, we are forever grateful!)
Oh the Dessert. That pinacolada panna cotta was beyond refreshing, again with a play of creamy smooth and crunchy roasted coconut shavings. I'll just upload a picture. Just look at that!

✨ Final thoughts:
⭐ 5/5 for the food - way beyond what you'd expect from pub dining, but no surprise given the talent in the kitchen.
⭐ 5/5 for the ambiance - the beer garden has stunning views, the indoor space is cosy and charming.
⭐ 5/5 for the hospitality - the owner and chef treated us like queens. Thank you for making our visit so special!

We're already planning our next trip - with even more friends in tow. This place is pure magic and will soon be swarmed by instagram foodies!

My friends and I had THE BEST experience at Terminus hotel!
If you're craving a meal that feels refreshing, you must try the Grilled haloumi with lentils and pumpkin puree! The lentil texture matches perfectly with the juicy and golden haloumi and the pumpkin puree which is very well prepared and delicious!
Also, If you're on the hunt for the ultimate chicken wings, look no further, the Mexican chicken wings are the gold standard and goes perfectly with a cold beer! 😀🏻
The Pina Colada Panna Cotta was the ideal finale! It was refreshing and creamy with the right sweetness of the pineapple! I did not want to stop eating it!
I will definitely be coming back to try more dishes from this menu :)

Had the pleasure of checking out Terminus over the long weekend with my girlfriends, and we had a blast! The outdoor area is a real treat-great views, lots of birds, and a lovely breeze to keep things chill. The service was top-notch, super friendly, and made sure everything came out quickly and just right. Now, the food..absolutely next level! We kicked off with the haloumi starter with pumpkin, which was juicy and honestly to die for. Also gave the Brazilian croquettes a go, definitely a must-try, especially if you're pairing it with a cold beer like I was. The chicken parmi was crispy as and served in a massive portion, might even be enough to share. Honestly, 10/10, we'll definitely be back!

We were walking past heading to another pub and heard the music playing in the beer garden so made a detour. Glad we did, meals was great, really delicious and very reasonable. Music from Jamie K Acoustic was fantastic. 🎸🍺

Delicious food with super generous portions! The schnitzel was quite tasty and super moist. We also had the fish curry and was so yummy! The service by Brooke was so amazing and looked after us well. We absolutely loved it there.