Editor’s Note: I’m sorry to report that Tony’s has closed. However, if you want that down under feeling then check out Mozzie nearby!
On a pint sized hill in Itaewon sits a pitcher sized place full of fun and frivolity. Tony’s Aussie Bar and bistro may seem unassuming outside, but like it’s proprietor, once you get in you’re in store for a surprise. The bar oozes Aussie charm in large part due to Tony himself whose easy smile and welcoming manner makes everyone feel at home.
Besides the good vibes the other reason to stop into Tony’s place is the good food. He serves up down home Aussie cooking including meat pies, vegemite sandwiches, beetroot and cheese sandwiches, all manner of jaffles (sandwiches with sealed edges to keep heat inside), lamb and salmon steak, burgers galore, pineapple fritters, seafood baskets, and not to mention bottles of Aussie beer like Pure Blonde. Desserts include Lamo and ice cream, Anzac biscuits, banana fritters, tim tam biscuits, and Cadbury chocolate.
Other than the great food Tony’s offers a fun time with live music, poetry, actors, comedians and anything else you can name. Check out the schedule below and go pull up a chair.
M: Live music/open mic 8-11pm
T: CLOSED
W: Comedy/Poetry 8-11pm
T: “Groove Salad” 9-3am
S: Cab-Sav Sunday ₩5,000 Aussie wine
The Good:
The meat pies are hearty and tasty! Tony’s a hoot and a half. It’s a fun place to kick back and put a few away.
The Bad:
It’s a little out of the way. Walk out exit 1 of Itaewon station, walk straight, when you see McDonalds across the street head up the small hill to your right and keep going. Tony’s will be on your right.
The Weird:
Lamo or Lamington. Do you know what it is? I do. Go to Tony’s to find out!
Beetroot on burgers. Sublime.
Lamingtons were sold at elementary school sports day to raise money for charity. Oh, the memories:)