The Alby

The Alby is a multi-level bar and entertainment venue on Furzer Street in Woden, bringing together dining, drinks and several ways to spend an afternoon or evening. The ground-floor venue includes a main bar, a covered open-air beer garden and a games basement, with a Chef’s Table beside the kitchen and its wood-fired pizza oven. It is a flexible option rather than a single-purpose bar, whether you are meeting for a drink, settling in for a meal or planning a larger gathering.

The food offering ranges from snacks and salads to pub-style mains, premium steaks, burgers and pizzas. The sample menu includes options such as chicken schnitzel, crispy skin salmon, a 250-gram rump, the Alby Burger and a selection of 12-inch pizzas, with gluten-free and vegan alternatives available on request for some dishes. The Chef’s Table seats 12 for a shared dining experience, while the broader menu gives groups a choice of casual plates and more substantial meals. Menus can change, so it is worth checking the current selection before visiting.

Entertainment is a major part of the venue. The games basement features Australia’s first Duckpin bowling, along with pinball machines, pool tables and lounge areas. The space is designed for casual celebrations and team-building, with capacity for up to 150 people, while the beer garden accommodates up to 80 and the bar up to 100 in a mix of seated and standing arrangements. These different areas make The Alby suitable for small catch-ups, larger social occasions and work functions, with private event enquiries available through the venue.

The Alby’s regular programme adds to its social, pub-like atmosphere, including Wednesday trivia, Friday live music, Friday meat raffles and Monday free pool. The website also lists recurring food and drink specials across the week, including lunch deals, pizza offers and family-focused Tuesday promotions. Families may find the kids’ offering useful, while groups of friends can make the most of the games and shared spaces. For a quieter visit, the Chef’s Table or the bar’s mix of low and high-top tables offers a more dining-focused setting within the lively Woden venue.