Best Food & Beer Pairings at Coldstream Brewery (And What to Order)
One of the best things about visiting Coldstream Brewery Restaurant is that there’s no pressure to overthink it. You come for a relaxed meal, a cold drink, a bit of Valley air and before you know it, you’ve settled in for the afternoon.
With a menu full of pub favourites, sharing options, pizzas and plenty of Coldstream beers and ciders on tap, finding the right pairing is all part of the fun. Whether you’re popping in for lunch, meeting friends for a catch-up, making a day of it in the Yarra Valley or grabbing a bite for dinner, here’s a relaxed guide to some of our favourite food and beer pairings from the current menu.
Starting Easy: Share Plates & Sunny Afternoon Sips
If you’re ordering for the table, a few share plates and something refreshing is always a good place to start.
Spiced Calamari + Coldstream Pale Ale
Light, crisp and full of flavour, our Pale Ale pairs beautifully with our hand cut calamari. An easy, crowd-pleasing choice.
Nachos + Chilli Mango Margarita
If you’re in the mood for something a little different, our chilli mango marg is a fun match for our nachos. The sweetness and slight heat compliment the melted cheese, salsa and all the toppings, perfect for a relaxed Back Bar session.
Tempura Cauliflower + Coldstream Apple, Mint & Lime Cider
Fresh, bright and super refreshing, the Apple, Mint & Lime Cider is a great match for crispy cauliflower.
Chicken Taco + Coldstream Pale Ale or Pilsner
You can’t go wrong pairing our Pale Ale with our chicken tacos. The Chicken Bites are marinated in our own Pilsner and buttermilk, it’s an obvious pairing for a reason. Fresh, flavour-packed and perfect for a long lunch or casual dinner.
Pork Bao Buns + Coldstream Apple, Mint & Lime Cider
Another perfecting pair, our slow-roasted pork belly is marinated in Coldstream Apple, Mint & Lime Cider and sipping it alongside the Boa Buns just makes sense. Fresh, lightly sweet and great at balancing the richness of the pork.
Pub Classics Done Right
Some things just belong together and Coldstream’s pub classics are no exception.
Chicken Parma + Coldstream Lager or Pale Ale
A good parma deserves a good beer and at Coldstream, we like to give you options. We don’t just do a classic parma, we’ve got nine different parma styles, including a vegan option, so there’s something for every kind of craving.
Whether you choose to pair a classic parma with our Lager to keep things crisp and clean or want to try our pulled pork parma with an Apple cider for something a little different, there is a pairing for everyone.
Burgers + Coldstream Golden Ale, IPA or Cider
Whether you’re going for beef, chicken, pork or veggie our burgers pair perfectly with a Golden Ale, IPA or Cider. You can’t really go wrong, no matter what you choose. Just grab a burger, pick a drink and enjoy.
Pizza, Valley Style
Pizza and beer is a classic pairing that needs no explanation. With 11 pizzas on the menu including vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options there’s an option for every pizza lover. The perfect drink pairing comes down to what you order, but below are a couple of combinations we suggest.
Margherita or Mediterranean pizza + Coldstream Pilsner
If you’re keeping things classic, this combination is crisp, clean and easy. Perfect for a long lunch or sunny afternoon session.
Pear & Prosciutto Pizza + Coldstream Rosé Cider
A perfect balance between sweet and savoury this combination is light and refreshing.
Maple Bacon or BBQ Meat Lover Pizza + Coldstream Golden Ale or Coldstream IPA
These are great options for those after something a little meatier. The Ale and IPA cuts through the richness of the bacon, pulled pork or sausage, while still letting the sweet and smoky flavours come through. It’s a hearty, satisfying pairing great for long lunches, dinners or shared plates with friends.
Steaks and Ribs
If you’re hungry and are after something a bit more filling, we have options for you too.
Porterhouse + Coldstream Pear & Apple Cider or IPA
If you can’t go past a steak, our IPA and Ciders both pair beautiful with our 150 day grassfed porterhouse, freshly hand cut by our chefs and cooked to your liking.
Scotch Fillet + Coldstream Apple Crumble Cider or Pilsner
Our scotch fillet steak, also grassfed for 150 days and freshly hand cut by our chefs, cooked to your liking, pairs well with our signature Apple Crumble Cider or Pilsner.
Ribs + Pear & Apple Cider
Our 12-hour oven slow-roasted pork spare ribs come with your choice of smoky BBQ or our chef’s special hellfire chilli sauce. If you choose smoky BBQ, we recommend Apple, Mint & Lime Cider. If you go for the hellfire chilli sauce, we recommend either our Apple Cider, IPA, or Golden Ale.
Small Batch Beers & Staff Picks
If you like trying something a little different, keep an eye on what’s pouring in the Back Bar. Our team regularly brews small batch beers on site using our micro brew kit and these limited releases are made to be enjoyed alongside the menu.
Not sure what to pair them with? Just ask. Our staff know the beers inside out and are always happy to suggest what works best with what you’re eating or help you build a paddle to taste your way through.
Easy, Local & Full of Flavour
At the end of the day, Coldstream Brewery is all about enjoying good food, great drinks and good company. Whether you’re popping in for a quick bite, meeting friends for a long lunch or settling in for dinner, there’s always something good pouring and something worth ordering.
The Coldstream Brewery restaurant is open Wednesday through Sunday for lunch and dinner and the relaxed back bar welcomes walk-ins on weekends. Click here to View the brewery menu coldstream offers or to book a table, we can’t wait to pour you the perfect pairing.
