Celebrating a Massive Year at the Westernport with Morgan
A Big Cheer From Your Publican, Morgan
At The Westernport, we measure time in cold beers poured, songs sung, meals shared and memories made. The past twelve months have been huge for our pub, and we could not be prouder of how our corner of San Remo has grown into a true local meeting place for Phillip Island and Westernport Bay. From big nights of live music to family lunches by the water, the place has been humming.
We have welcomed locals, day trippers and holiday makers through the doors, and watched our San Remo event venue become a go-to spot for everything from rowdy celebrations to quiet catch ups. In this wrap-up, we want to look back at the standout events that shaped our year, the community legends who keep the pub beating, the summer that filled our beer garden, and the food and team that made it all happen. Most of all, we want to say a proper thank you to everyone who has pulled up a chair at The Westernport.
Standout Moments and Signature Events That Defined the Year
When we think about what sets The Westernport apart, its really simple. We our focus on what our customers really want. This includes classic pub food, weekly specials nights like our Wednesday Parma night or Tuesday Steak Night and Friday’s locals night, we give the people what they want. Our events calendar has also evolved to include ANZAC days, handsome mens club luncheons and of course our Pier Pub event .
Across the year, our San Remo event venue also proved just how flexible it can be. We hosted private functions of all shapes and sizes, including:
Election night parties with screens glowing, nerves jangling and cheers echoing through the bar
Corporate gatherings where teams swapped the office for a relaxed coastal setting
Milestone birthdays that ended with sore feet from dancing and full hearts all round
Special family occasions that turned into long afternoons of shared plates and shared stories
Motorsport fans have had plenty to smile about too. The Super Bikes meet-and-greet brought racing enthusiasts through the doors, filling the place with jerseys, caps and excited chatter. Our simulator experience sessions kept the adrenaline running, as fans tried their hand at getting as close to the track as possible without leaving the pub. On those days, The Westernport felt like the ultimate fan hangout, where you could grab a feed, share a drink and be part of the buzz together.
Locals at the Heart: Community, Footy and Live Music
For all the big events, it is the regular weekly rituals that really shape who we are. Our Punters Club has been a constant source of laughs, friendly rivalry and shared wins and losses, with regulars swapping tips, giving each other stick and turning an ordinary afternoon into something to look forward to. Footy tipping has done the same, with bragging rights, ladder climbs and the kind of banter that only footy lovers truly understand.
Live music is another reason our pub feels alive. Across the last twelve months, we have thrown our support behind local musicians, giving emerging artists a stage to cut their teeth on and welcoming seasoned bands who know exactly how to get a crowd moving. From acoustic sets that go perfectly with a parma and a pot, to full band nights that turn the room into one big dance floor, the music has helped shape the personality of the venue.
All of this is why we see ourselves as more than just a pub. The Westernport has become a community space where:
Friends meet before heading across to Phillip Island
Teams celebrate after a big game or season
Families mark milestones without any fuss or formality
Locals know they can always find a familiar face and a warm welcome
In every sense, our San Remo event venue has been about people first.
A Bumper Summer of Day Trippers, Holiday Makers and Good Times
Summer brought its own special brand of chaos and colour. Day trippers rolled in from Melbourne and further afield, sandy feet and sun hats in tow, ready for a cold drink and a good feed. Holiday makers staying nearby turned us into their regular spot for the week, popping back for another meal, another gig, another sundowner over Westernport Bay.
Some of the best memories came from:
Packed afternoons in the beer garden, with cold drinks, shared plates and kids playing while the grown ups relaxed
Family lunches that stretched into the afternoon, with grandparents, parents and kids all finding something they loved on the menu
Sunset drinks that had everyone pausing to soak in the view across the water
Pre and post beach dining, where everyone refuelled or wound down after a long swim and a salty day in the sun
Across the season, we noticed common threads in the Google reviews that rolled in. Guests loved the easygoing pub vibes, the friendly service and the relaxed family feel that made them comfortable bringing kids, friends and relatives of all ages. Many reviews mentioned the lively atmosphere on busy nights, the music, and the way our team stayed smiling even when the place was packed. Hearing that visitors felt welcomed, well fed and eager to come back again has been a huge highlight for us.
Food, Service and Teamwork Behind the Bar and in the Kitchen
Behind every big night and busy lunch is a crew that shows up, works hard and genuinely cares. Our menu has been central to the Westernport experience, with a focus on hearty pub classics, fresh seafood that suits our coastal location, kids favourites that keep the little ones happy, and seasonal specials that give regulars something new to look forward to. Whether it is a plate of fish and chips by the water or a big meal shared with mates, we have loved seeing clean plates and satisfied smiles.
The smooth service our guests talk about would not be possible without the whole team. The kitchen crew keep the pace up when the docket rail is full, maintaining consistency across busy services. Bar staff know how to move fast without losing the personal touch, remembering regular orders and treating new faces like they have been coming here for years. Floor staff juggle bookings, walk-ins and special requests with patience and good humour, even on those huge event nights.
A lot of our Google reviews have mentioned:
Quality food that hits the spot for both locals and visitors
Generous portions that feel like value for money
Quick, efficient service even when the venue is pumping
Warm, down-to-earth staff who make people feel at home
Reading that feedback has been a big source of pride. It confirms that the effort behind the scenes is paying off in a way that our guests can feel every time they sit down at a table or lean on the bar.
Looking Ahead: Come Celebrate the Next Chapter with us
As we look back on this massive year, the main feeling is gratitude. To our locals, regulars, Punters Club faithfuls and footy tipping tragics, thank you for showing up week after week and keeping the pub full of laughter and life. To the musicians who have filled the room with sound, the teams who chose us for their events, and the visitors who picked The Westernport for their San Remo stop, we are so glad you did. To our staff, across the bar, floor and kitchen, your hard work and good spirits are the reason we can host everything from quiet dinners to packed live gigs without missing a beat.
The Westernport has grown into a trusted San Remo event venue because of everyone who has shared it with us. Whether you came for a live band, an election night party, a corporate catch up, a Super Bikes meet-and-greet, a simulator session, a family birthday or just a quiet beer after work, you are part of the story. We are excited for the next round of events, milestones and everyday moments that will walk through our doors. Here is to more good food, cold drinks, live music and shared memories at your local by the bay.
Plan Your Next Unforgettable Gathering With Confidence
If you are ready to lock in a memorable occasion, we would love to help you bring it to life at our San Remo event venue. At The Westernport, we work closely with you to tailor the space, food and entertainment to suit your guests and budget. Share a few details about your function and we will recommend options that fit what you have in mind. Get in touch today so we can start planning an event your guests will talk about long after it is over.