Best Pubs in Newtown
Looking for the best pubs in Newtown? 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. Newtown 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 Newtown
Courthouse Hotel
$$Burgers and craft brews, in a rustic pub with a laid-back vibe and a sprawling, leafy beer garden.
General Gordon Hotel
$$Pubs in Newtown, Sydney.
Union Hotel
$$Spacious modern venue with a beer garden, offering craft beer, classic pub grub & live music.
Chuck and Son's Brewing Co.
Breweries in Newtown, Sydney.
The Erko Hotel
$$Casual pub with a backyard-style beer garden serving classic bar meals, craft beer & natural wines.
Botany View Hotel
Pubs in Newtown, Sydney.
The Bank
$$Cocktail jugs & hearty food in a bar with an open street view, plus a vibrant, leafy beer garden.
The Coopers Hotel
$$Hearty pub grub in a sprawling venue with modern decor, a rooftop patio & a cocktail bar.
Town Hall Hotel Newtown
$Enduring, edgy institution with live bands and open mike nights, plus a bistro serving pub grub.
The Newtown Hotel
$$Pubs in Newtown, Sydney.
Kelly's on King
$Pub classics in a laid-back, 2-storey hangout with a terrace area & traditional Irish decor.
The Marlborough Hotel
$$Art deco space with a hip, playful vibe, for eclectic pub meals and cocktails plus live bands.
K-town in Newtown
Bars in Newtown, Sydney.
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Pubs in Newtown — FAQs
What are the best pubs in Newtown?+
The pubs in Newtown 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 Newtown?+
We currently feature 13 pubs in Newtown, and we add and re-check venues regularly so the list stays current.
How do I get to Newtown in Sydney?+
Newtown 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.