
Good George Dining Hall
A lively brewpub in a former church, offering exceptional craft beers, delicious food, and a unique atmosphere.

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Good George Dining Hall

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A lively brewpub in a former church, offering exceptional craft beers, delicious food, and a unique atmosphere.
"The best kids menu in Hamilton, friendly staff, and a unique building with a great lunch spot."
Wednesday Burger Special
Visit on Wednesdays for the 'Burger Special' - a burger, fries, and a drink for $29.
Explore Beer & Cider
Try the tasting racks to sample a variety of beers and ciders, with staff offering expert advice.

Quick Facts
Cuisine
Brewpub, American
Price
Mid-range
Phone
+64 7 847 3223
Address
32A Somerset Street, Frankton, Hamilton 3204, New Zealand
Website
dininghall.co.nz/Highlights
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Craft Beer Haven
Explore a vast selection of craft beers and ciders on tap, with knowledgeable staff ready to offer recommendations.

Burger and Pizza Delights
Enjoy classic pub fare done exceptionally well, including juicy burgers and delicious wood-fired pizzas.

Unique Church Ambiance
Dine in a beautifully renovated church, offering a unique and memorable atmosphere with a garden bar.
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Wednesday Burger Special
Visit on Wednesdays for the 'Burger Special' - a burger, fries, and a drink for $29.
Explore Beer & Cider
Try the tasting racks to sample a variety of beers and ciders, with staff offering expert advice.
Garden Bar Comfort
The enclosed garden bar is warm and inviting, even during winter months.
Brewery Tours
Join a brewery tour to learn about the brewing process and sample drinks.
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Wednesday Burger Special
Visit on Wednesdays for the 'Burger Special' - a burger, fries, and a drink for $29.
Explore Beer & Cider
Try the tasting racks to sample a variety of beers and ciders, with staff offering expert advice.
Garden Bar Comfort
The enclosed garden bar is warm and inviting, even during winter months.
Brewery Tours
Join a brewery tour to learn about the brewing process and sample drinks.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Diners rave about the friendly and knowledgeable staff who are passionate about the beer and cider selection. The food, particularly burgers and pizzas, is consistently praised for its quality and taste. The unique atmosphere of the former church adds to the overall positive experience. However, some reviews mention occasional issues with slow bar service during busy periods and concerns about cleanliness.
"If only we’d had all day to settle in here for the afternoon. Food was great. Love the Hippie Salad!! Gin tasting rack was super cool. Gins are delicious. Service was awesome."
Veronica MacGowan
"Great pub experience. All the classics done really well. Staff are friendly and nothing seems like too much trouble. They love their product and dont mind giving advice about it even trying different beers and ciders.
We went on Wednesday night which was "Burger Special" a burger, fries, and anything that is on tap for $29.
We had one of each burgers, fish, chicken and beef. They were all of a great size and you could not fault them. Beef was especially juicy and not dry or over cooked. The same could not be said of the pork belly bites, although it had a great sweet sauce the bites were dry and stringy. The cheesy baguettes were amazing and a great starter.
The food was good but the staff were better. The made it very homely and especially Leslie, he made it a night to remember. His customer service is second to none, both professional and welcoming with great knowledge but not pushy.
Great place with background music, plenty of televisions to watch. Also having a bottle store so you can purchase your drink of choice is a massive plus.
Great place with groups large or small. We will be back."
Lionel Tapara
"Best kids menu in Hamilton. Friendly, attentive staff, unique building with exposed beams, stained glass and covered outdoor seating - great lunch spot to enjoy a cold one. We ordered a pizza, overloaded fries and our daughter had the cherrios bento box. Great value for money and something for everyone on the menu."
Zoe Hoole
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Frequently Asked Questions
On Wednesdays, enjoy a burger, fries, and any tap drink for $29.
Yes, you can order tasting racks of your choice of any five beers or ciders.
Yes, the enclosed garden bar is covered and kept warm during winter.
Yes, you can take guided brewery and distillery tours to learn about the process and sample drinks.
Yes, there is parking available around the side of the venue.
The secret ingredient behind our pizzas is beer!
The venue is great for groups of large or small, with plenty of space.
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