Hop Temple in Ballarat Central is an absolute standout if you’re after great beer, tasty food and a fun, laid back vibe. We visited recently and had a beer paddle and mac and cheese, and it was such a good combo for a relaxed afternoon or evening out. The beer paddle gave us a great mix from their huge craft beer selection, which includes many local and boutique brews, it’s one of the largest ranges in Victoria. The mac and cheese was rich, creamy and full of flavour with a great texture, exactly what you want with a beer in hand. The food menu overall has plenty of crowd-pleasing options, from share plates to pizzas, so there’s always something great to try next time. The venue itself is a cool discovery down a laneway, with a relaxed atmosphere and plenty of seating both inside and outdoors. People rave about the vibe, friendly service and fun energy here, whether you’re stopping by for happy hour, a meal with friends or just good brews.

Called in on a cold summer Sunday afternoon. Really warm welcome, great atmosphere, amazing selection of beers, good music and a menu I’ll be happy to come back and try more of!

Hop temple are one of my favorite ❤️ Lovely venue with good vibe. Me and my friends like to come here for a big feast and get wasted sometime lol, to be honest the staff are very nice, friendly and helpful. You will feel safe in the premise. There are lots of choice for food and beverages for you to choose from and omg!!! I can confirm that 90% of the food was freaking bomb!!

Lovely dinner in a great environment. Meals were large and tasty. Atmosphere was great. The place was busy but still easy to talk. Would recommend.

This was our first Experience at this beautiful brewery, and we were pretty impressed by our visit. This bar had such positive vibes, professional staff, and memorable draft beers. Perhaps the only critique is the relatively high price of the beer, which I believe is justifiable given the quality. It was a great experience and highly recommended to everyone.