Best Pubs in Balmain
Looking for the best pubs in Balmain? We've gathered 13 standout spots in this corner of Sydney, each ranked by our independent Spot Score so the strongest picks rise to the top. Balmain has its own character, and the pubs here reflect it — from neighbourhood favourites locals keep to themselves to places worth a special trip across town. Use the filters to narrow by price, rating, what's open right now and the features that matter to you, then open the map to plan your visit around what else is nearby. We re-check details regularly, so opening hours and information stay current.
The Australian pub is a social institution — somewhere to catch the footy, settle in for a counter meal or while away a sunny afternoon in the beer garden. These are Sydney's most-loved locals and historic watering holes.
13 spots in Balmain
The Welcome Hotel
$$Restaurant & bar in an 1890s pub with a beer garden, serving gourmet & everyday Australian food.
The Dry Dock Public House and Dining Room
Restaurants in Balmain, Sydney.
The London Hotel
$$Steak, seafood and pub grub in a laid-back institution with classic decor and a city-view balcony.
The Riverview Hotel
$$Spacious 1880 gastropub with a rooftop courtyard, open fire and TV sports, plus craft beers on tap.
The Bridge Hotel
$Enduring, down-to-earth venue for international music acts and local rock 'n' roll performances.
DiCK's Hotel Balmain
$$Pub classics served in a laid-back venue with sport on TV and a spacious, plant-filled beer garden.
The Royal Oak
$$Casual mainstay offering Australian pub classics, beer & cocktails in a warm, 2-level space.
East Village Hotel Balmain
$$Pub classics and craft beer in a smart, kid-friendly venue with booths and a cosy courtyard.
The Balmain Hotel
$$Gourmet pub grub in a kitsch, colourful bar with weekly trivia, weekend DJs and an open courtyard.
Garry Owen Hotel
$Bistro food & sports screenings in a quaint, enduring venue with an upstairs balcony.
The Cricketers Balmain
$$Bars in Balmain, Sydney.
Unity Hall Hotel
$$Burgers & typical bar food are served up in a down-to-earth pub featuring sports on TV.
Cat & Fiddle Hotel
$$Posh pub grub in a family-run venue with an airy garden-themed dining room and booth seating.
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Pubs in Balmain — FAQs
What are the best pubs in Balmain?+
The pubs in Balmain listed here are ranked by our Spot Score — our independent editorial rating out of 100, combining reputation, popularity, category fit and how recently we verified the details. The highest scorers appear first.
How many pubs are there in Balmain?+
We currently feature 13 pubs in Balmain, and we add and re-check venues regularly so the list stays current.
How do I get to Balmain in Sydney?+
Balmain is one of Sydney's neighbourhoods — open any venue's page for its exact location, nearby public-transport stops and a map. See our Getting Around guide for tickets and fares.