
Kelly's on King
A much-loved Irish pub at Newtown in Sydney with a 4.0 rating across 894 reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
Kelly’s on King is an Irish pub in the heart of Newtown, Sydney, with a broad mix of food, drinks and entertainment. The venue highlights Guinness, its well-known spice bag, and an open-to-all approach that suits locals and visitors looking for a relaxed night out.
There is plenty to do beyond the bar. Kelly’s has multiple bars, pool tables, karaoke, arcade games and a rooftop courtyard, giving groups a choice of settings and activities. The venue’s food offering is available daily, with a separate menu provided online.
The weekly programme includes live music from Wednesday to Saturday, karaoke on Thursdays and Fridays, and non-stop DJs on Fridays. Wednesdays feature Amy’s Trivia at 7pm, while Sunday brings a pool competition with registration from 4.30pm. Free pool is offered on Mondays and Sundays, and the venue also lists a Wednesday locals night with raffles, Badgey and happy hour. Happy hour runs Monday to Friday from 5pm to 7pm, according to the supplied venue information.
With live entertainment, trivia, pool and several spaces to settle in, Kelly’s on King is geared towards groups, after-work catch-ups and people wanting a lively King Street pub experience. Solo visitors can also drop in for the music or events, while the range of activities gives larger groups something to share. The venue has a 4.0 Google rating from 894 reviews.
Practical details
Opening hours
Closed- Monday
- 10:00 – 03:00
- Tuesday
- 10:00 – 03:00
- WednesdayToday
- 10:00 – 03:00
- Thursday
- 10:00 – 03:00
- Friday
- 10:00 – 03:00
- Saturday
- 10:00 – 04:00
- Sunday
- 10:00 – 00:00
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 60
- Popularity
- 89
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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