
The Nelson Hotel
A much-loved pub at Bondi Junction in Sydney, rated 4.4 across more than 700 reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
The Nelson Hotel sits on Oxford Street at Bondi Junction, a major hub in Sydney's eastern suburbs. A much-loved pub, it's a genuine local fixture — combining a relaxed, characterful pub atmosphere with quality food, good drinks and a warm, welcoming feel, the kind of crowd-pleasing local that's become a real favourite in the area.
The appeal is that combination of a great pub atmosphere, quality pub food and drinks and a convenient Bondi Junction location, ideal for a relaxed meal, a drink, a catch-up or a night out. There's something dependable and welcoming about a quality local pub that does its food and drinks well, and the Nelson has clearly won over a loyal following.
With a 4.4 rating from more than 700 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 or a relaxed night out in a characterful pub, it's often just a matter of dropping in at the Nelson Hotel at Bondi Junction.
Reviewed by Iyan B.
Practical details
Opening hours
Closed- Monday
- 10:00 – 01:00
- Tuesday
- 10:00 – 01:00
- WednesdayToday
- 10:00 – 01:00
- Thursday
- 10:00 – 01:00
- Friday
- 10:00 – 01:00
- Saturday
- 10:00 – 01:00
- Sunday
- 10:00 – 22:00
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 75
- Popularity
- 86
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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