A favourite watering hole in Mackay’s CBD is undergoing a $1.6 million renovation to revitalise the building’s beer garden, entertainment and bistro spaces.
Mackay’s Metropolitan Hotel is set to become a new hub for Mackay locals, with renovations already underway. The ‘new and improved Met’ will include a new beer garden, which will become the perfect spot for locals to grab a few drinks and a bite to eat before or after a live show.
Works have also started on the pub’s sports bar and refreshing the gaming room and bistro are scheduled to follow soon, with these areas remaining open for the time being.
With the eagerly awaited facelift, so too comes an epic new menu. It will be packed with classic pub favourites that locals love but there will also be delicious new dishes to tempt hungry customers, including snacks and lighter food options.
Operator Australian Venue Co is undertaking the extensive renovation to position The Metropolitan Hotel as the new social and entertainment hub for Mackay residents.
“We’re excited to be refreshing the look and feel of The Metropolitan Hotel, giving the tired venue a modern upgrade”, says Craig Ellison, Chief Operating Officer of Australian Venue Co.
“With an impressive new beer garden and revitalised bistro area, the Mackay pub will soon be the ultimate celebration destination for local residents of all groups and sizes”, said Mr Ellison.
“The Metropolitan will also be home to an exciting lineup of entertainment, with an upcoming calendar jam packed with interstate and local acts locked in. We are looking forward to the venue also becoming a hub for functions and events.
“Australian Venue Co is investing into Metropolitan Hotel’s renovation so that locals can enjoy quality live entertainment and a delicious food and drink offering as part of a contemporary pub experience,” he added.
The Metropolitan Hotel is expected to fully reveal all renovated areas in early 2023.
The renovations at The Metropolitan in Mackay follow a number of extensive renovations by Australian Venue Co across Queensland including the recently reopened Boomerang Hotel in Mackay.
The Metropolitan Hotel is undergoing a $1.6 million renovation with construction already underway. Photo credit: Amanda Wright
