The London Hotel

The London Hotel sits on Darling Street in Balmain, Sydney's characterful inner-west peninsula suburb. A much-loved historic pub, it's a genuine Balmain fixture — combining a relaxed, characterful pub atmosphere (and a well-loved balcony) with quality food, good drinks and a warm, welcoming feel, the kind of beloved local that's right at home in the area.

The appeal is that combination of a great pub atmosphere, quality pub food and drinks, a lovely balcony and a convenient Balmain location, ideal for a relaxed meal, a drink, a catch-up or a night out. There's something special about a characterful local pub with genuine charm, and the London has clearly won over a big, loyal following in the inner west.

With a 4.4 rating from more than 1,000 reviews, it's clearly a popular, well-loved spot. Menus, drinks lists, opening hours and any events vary, so it's worth checking current details before you go — though for a meal, a drink on the balcony or a relaxed night out in a characterful pub, it's often just a matter of dropping in at the London Hotel in Balmain.