The Duke of Enmore
A well-liked bar on Enmore Road in the Newtown area with a 4.3 rating across 798 reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
The Duke of Enmore is a local pub and live music venue on Enmore Road in Enmore, Sydney, combining the familiar feel of a neighbourhood bar with the energy of classic rock venues. It offers a straightforward place to meet for drinks, entertainment and regular events rather than positioning itself as a formal dining destination.
Live music is central to the venue, with blues performances featuring regularly. Sundays bring a combination of live blues, barbecue-style food, cold drinks and a badge draw, while the wider programme includes trivia, live band karaoke and occasional vintage horror film screenings. The venue also promotes rotating specials and late-night happy hour sessions, although details may vary by event.
The Duke is part of Odd Culture Group, which describes its venues as pokie-free spaces focused on genuine connection, local artists and live performance. That gives the bar a clear community and entertainment focus, with a programme suited to groups looking for something to do as well as people dropping in for a drink and music. Check the current gig guide or event listing before visiting, as the schedule changes throughout the month.
Reviewed by Iyan B.
Practical details
Opening hours
Closed- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- 16:00 – 00:00
- WednesdayToday
- 16:00 – 00:00
- Thursday
- 16:00 – 02:00
- Friday
- 12:00 – 02:30
- Saturday
- 12:00 – 02:30
- Sunday
- 12:00 – 22:30
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 72
- Popularity
- 88
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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