Best Pubs in Surry Hills
Looking for the best pubs in Surry Hills? We've gathered 17 standout spots in this corner of Sydney, each ranked by our independent Spot Score so the strongest picks rise to the top. Surry Hills 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.
17 spots in Surry Hills
Royal Albert Hotel
$$Cosy pub with an old-school feel, specialising in craft beer, classic grub and pan-Asian dishes.
Keg & Brew Hotel
$$Buzzy, traditional pub offering craft beers & American whiskeys, plus snacks from nearby eateries.
Shakespeare Hotel
$Cozy, antiques-filled rooms, some with fireplaces, plus a rustic pub offering modern comfort food.
The Carrington
$$Laid-back dog-friendly spot serving up sharing plates, pasta, and burgers & fries, plus dog eats.
Goros
$$Spacious izakaya with long tables, bar seats & karaoke, plus an array of Japanese snacks & sake.
The Cricketers Arms Hotel
$Rustic, boisterous watering hole with a cool beer garden and live DJ sets, plus simple pub grub.
The Clock
$$Pub with retro-chic decor, a huge balcony & a courtyard for modern pub food with a French twist.
Forrester's
$Restored iconic watering hole for seasonal food, tap beers & TV sports in a contemporary setting.
The Beresford
$$Wood-fired pizzas, homemade pasta and cocktails in a vibrant pub with a leafy, lantern-lit patio.
Dove & Olive
$$Convivial, rustic watering hole serving inventive pub grub and bar snacks, plus craft beers on tap.
Hotel Harry
$$Stylish quarters in a hip hotel with a buzzy, modern restaurant offering a dance floor & live music.
The Trinity
$$Corner drinking spot with 3 big screens, exposed-brick walls, a classic pub bistro, and beer on tap.
The Dolphin Hotel
$$Burgers & steaks served in a buzzing pub with 3 levels, modern decor & an outdoor terrace.
The Strawberry
$Old-school bar with a bistro dishing up modern pub fare until late in an enclosed rooftop courtyard.
Surry Hills Hotel
$Long-standing, unpretentious pub with live sports and a lounge with a fireplace.
Gaslight Inn
Pubs in Surry Hills, Sydney.
Molly Malone's Irish Tavern
$$Warm pub with exposed-brick walls and a mezzanine level, plus Thai meals and occasional events.
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Pubs in Surry Hills — FAQs
What are the best pubs in Surry Hills?+
The pubs in Surry Hills 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 Surry Hills?+
We currently feature 17 pubs in Surry Hills, and we add and re-check venues regularly so the list stays current.
How do I get to Surry Hills in Sydney?+
Surry Hills 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.