Best Pubs in Sydney (2026)
Looking for the best pubs in Sydney? We've rounded up 125 of the city's standout spots — from neighbourhood favourites to buzzy new openings. Every venue is ranked by our Spot Score, which weighs reputation, popularity and freshness, so you can book with confidence. Filter by suburb, price or what's open now to find your next go-to.
125 spots
The Strand Hotel
$Contemporary hotel offering polished rooms with guest lounge access, plus a restaurant & a bar.
The London, Paddington
$$Burgers, pizzas and mains in a light-filled corner pub with a beer garden and industrial-chic decor.
Orient Hotel
$$Bistro meals & fine dining in a tri-level, 1840s pub with chic lounge areas & a leafy courtyard.
Kelly's on King
$Pub classics in a laid-back, 2-storey hangout with a terrace area & traditional Irish decor.
Four in Hand Hotel
$$Inventive Modern Australian meals and tasting menus in a light, stylish gastropub with striking art.
Melton Hotel
$Straightforward hotel offering rooms with shared facilities, plus a relaxed bistro/bar.
General Bourke
$$Hearty Irish meals and pub fare in a traditional bar with a fireplace, plus trivia and weekend DJs.
Woolpack Hotel
$$Thai dishes and select wines in a 1796 tavern with stylish, modern decor and a paved beer garden.
Rose & Crown Hotel Parramatta
$$Traditional pub grub in a festive long-running locale with a sports bar & a simple courtyard.
Unity Hall Hotel
$$Burgers & typical bar food are served up in a down-to-earth pub featuring sports on TV.
The Light Brigade
$$Classic pub fare is served in this 4-floor venue that has a bar, a bistro, a lounge & a terrace.
The Mill
$$Burgers and grills in a smart tavern with leather banquettes and a courtyard, plus live sports.
Gaslight Inn
Pubs in Surry Hills, Sydney.
Albion Hotel
$$Enduring 1860s pub with polished timber floors and a sprawling beer garden, serving bistro food.
Chatswood Hotel
$$Pizza, steak & schnitzels are served in a laid-back pub with modern decor & a leafy beer garden.
The Royal Bondi
$$Bars in Bondi, Sydney.
Freeway Hotel
$$Pub food & craft beer served in a spacious, bi-level setting with a piano, plus a lively sports bar.
Bondi Public Bar
$$Bars in Bondi, Sydney.
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What are the best pubs in Sydney?+
Our top-rated pubs in Sydney are ranked by our Spot Score, which combines Google ratings, review volume, category fit and how recently we verified the details. The highest scorers appear at the top of this page.
How is the Sydney pubs ranking decided?+
We blend independent signals — Google star ratings and review counts, popularity, the quality of available information and freshness — into a single Spot Score out of 100. It's an editorial score, not a paid placement.
Can I filter pubs by suburb or price?+
Yes. Use the filters to narrow by suburb, minimum rating, price level, whether a place is open now, and features like dog-friendly or outdoor seating.
How many pubs are listed in Sydney?+
We currently feature 125 pubs across Sydney and surrounding suburbs, and we add and re-check venues regularly.