although this restaurant is attached to a pub, don't expect standard pub food, it's much, much better.
michael's at walsh's serves top quality restaurant meals, very generous sized serves and nothing that's out of a jar.
this restaurant is on the main street of queanbeyan - popular with locals and a hidden gem for canberrans in the know. it's a very short drive to the east of canberra and well worth going.
while there are a few standard pub dishes like chicken schnitzel & calamari & chips, they are way better than you might expect.
there is always an extensive specials board of amazing meals using fresh seasonal produce. there is also a lunch specials board, slightly smaller serving sizes & price. (see photos for today's offerings.)
the surf & turf is a renowned signature dish of perfectly cooked steak with masses of fresh seafood on top, served with a beautiful sauce. it's a big meal.
today we started with garlic bread - best we've ever had, nothing standard about it, it comes on turkish type bread, it's moist and so delicious.
i thoroughly enjoyed the beef and prawn pieces with chilli and garlic and pappadelle pasta. it was fabulous.
another person in our group had the mexican chicken schnitzel with chips - a big breast schnitzel with mexican mince, nachos, guacamole, cheese & sour cream. jalapeños & chilli come on the side. the verdict: delicious.
another had the slowed cooked lamb shoulder with prawns in a homemade thai green curry, with bok choy & rice. the verdict: amazing.
lastly, another had the jumbo calamari & chips. cooked perfectly, they were soft and delicious.
i noticed a sign at the restaurant door reminding patrons that they don't serve fast food, justgreatfood as quickly as they can, so thanks for your patience. to me this sums up their approach to food - it's all about quality food here.
michael's is agreatplace for large groups, you order meals at the counter and drinks at the bar, so no need to split the bill. if you're after a more intimate dining experience, the restaurant is ideal.
the staff at michael's are helpful & friendly, regulars are noticed and welcomed. the place has a reallygreatvibe, in that regard.
gift vouchers are also available for the restaurant.
all in all, our very favourite pub restaurant anywhere.