What a brilliant home cooked meal, omg its huge ,its divine, its cooked supperb , its a old…read morefashioned pub which i love, the locals are friendlyI would give this place 10 stars if i was able, if your coming down the newel highway and you need a break just call into a old fashioned pub, the pics on the walls are worth stopping and looking at, i can't speak more highly of this place.

I love me some country pub. A place with utes out the front…read moreand a kitchen full of schnitties. With locals propping up the bar and the footy on TV, at any time of day or night. This is my first time in Parkes and the 4hr drive took us 7 because of fog and traffic and accidents, and we were hungry fed up and car weary by the time we crawled into town at 9pm. Straight to the Raily, where the World's Biggest Chicken Parmy awaited me, I chose Spanish flavour with pepperoni and feta and olives and this thing is about the size and weight of a brick, when it landed in front of me I was so happy I could have screamed, but my mouth got real busy all of a sudden. Beers are five bucks or thereabouts, there's a diverse Friday night crowd of farmers and yokels and young pretty girls getting some pre-game in before hitting the town's only nightclub, it's a veritable cavalcade of people watching. Pub lyf yo.

Tried this place after reading Benjamin B's review about the 'Chicken parmeys as big as a brick'…read moreand he certainly wasn't kidding! The railway hotel was on the edge of town and of course on the railway line. It's a smallish pub but is certainly more modern and edgy than any of the other pubs in town. The staff are all young, theres funky artwork on the walls, drink coasters are all artwork, schooner glasses sponsored by local businesses, and there is something different on every night. But that aside - I came to try the parmie and it didn't disappoint! I ended up coming here twice during the week I was in Parkes. Once to try the Spanish parmey and once for the Mexican parmey. Both were massive and loaded with toppings. They're all around the $17 mark which includes your choice of any 2 sides. The sides were fries, mash, veggies, salad and some others I can't recall. The chicken parmeys are definitely the highlight of this place. $5 schooners aren't bad either! If you're in Parkes heading out to see 'The Dish' is one of those must do things. I reckon a parmey at the Railway Hotel should be second on that list!

The history practically seeps out of the walls and up through the floors of this maze-like guest…read morehouse and cosy drinking den. And it should - rumour has it it's the oldest tourist hotel in Australia, continuously operating since 1878. Playing host to royalty and the wealthiest of wealthy in its former life, it's now a perfect place along your roadtrip to stop for a pint, snuggle up to an open fire and thank your lucky stars that you don't have to hop in your horse-drawn carriage to enjoy the Blue Mountains. And hey, if things at the beer garden get a bit out of hand, they still offer accommodation. Word to the wise: portions are *massive* so what you intend to be a "small nibble" of soup and salad will actually be enough to bathe in and subsequently string together Adam and Eve style.

This Grand old venue was just a quick stop off along a trip to Orange. I just wanted to grab a…read morequick bite and drink but ended up on a self tour of the building. I got lost in history and curiosity as I ventured round trying to find any sort of bistro area. I eventually did ...... it looked like an old 70's type bowling club eatery. It was good enough, just didn't fit the period of the building .... must have been the last renovation .... in the 70's. It had lots of rooms and doors leading to all sorts of nooks. There were a few people around but spread out leaving it without any real atmosphere. I would like to come back one day ..... but may leave it alittle while. Ps. the food was ok ..... a meat pie & midi !

Great bartenders, good wine. Definitely recommend the Viking pizza - jalapeños and the bbq sauce…read moremade for a delicious pizza. And an AMAZING view from the patio area.

From the owner: Archibald Hotel is a vibrant go-to venue for the locals of the mountains and a rewarding day trip…read morefor city folk. The Archibald Hotel was named for Archibald Bell, who opened the way through to Mount Tomah, and provides Restaurant quality foods, peaceful location, breathtaking views of Sydney, in all, history fused with modern dining and relaxation. Archibald Hotel is nestled up high along Bells Line of Road at Kurrajong Heights offering panoramic views across the hills and down to Sydney, giving gastro pub classics a contemporary make-over, Archibald Hotel makes the most of surrounding fresh produce by incorporating local ingredients into the menu. With a spectacular outdoor eating area where you can sit back and relax with a drink or two, and a spacious interior emanating warmth for those who prefer indoor comforts. Archibald Hotel is the ideal place for your next family dinner, party or work function. Go on, you deserve it!

Situated right next to the Atura hotel as well as the Skyline drive-ins and being only a short walk…read moreaway from Wet n Wild I didn't really have high expectations for this place. I was however, pleasantly surprised. We timed our visit to coincide with the starting of the first session of movies at the skyline drive-ins so was it wasn't too busy. The food was served in under 15 minutes as well as been freshly prepared and adorable. There is a substantial menu given it is a sensually just a pub meal, as well as being fairly priced as with the drinks also. There is an outdoor seating area as well as the option to cook your own meat yourself. Whilst it was a pub it was, there really was very little noise. Quality of the food was excellent and we will definitely be returning again

A legitimate old pub, swallowed up by suburbia but still maintaining a country feel inside and out…read more Great main building, big beer garden. Don't pass it by. I didn't try the food as the kitchen wasn't open mid afternoon, but the menu looks amazing. And it gets 5 stars for the ambiance and service alone. Cheers!

This pub certainly doesn't feel like a local pub, namely because it tries to capture the semi-rural…read moreatmosphere of Windsor. It feels a lot like one of those pubs that appeals to the daytripper up here, particularly with the architecture, and of course of lovely beer garden down near the river. It is a nice pub, and it certainly has a lot of atmosphere about it, and in fact, feels that it is the original pub from up this way. The other thing that stands out is that it does have a nice selection of beers as well though the service, well, it wasn't the best, but it was still good.

I've only been here for a beer a few times and each time service was quick and we found somewhere…read moreto sit. The bar staff have always been friendly and helpful. An old pub by Australian standards. The high water mark of the 1867 flood is marked on the outside wall of the pub. The only thing that I didn't like was the massive cloud of smoke I had to walk through and stand in on the verandah when it started pouring. I'm not sure on the food but may try it sometime.

Sawmillers restaurant is an excellent family venue…read more Big menu including Asian and seafood and steaks of course. Roast of the day is great value. The pork knuckle is huge. Kids meals come with a drink and icecream. Can be a bit noisy but that's ok with kids of your own. Get up to $35 off with your entertainment book.

Good food, good prices. Staff are always lovely and give my little daughter a big smile. They even…read morecame over to tell us not to feel like we have to leave because they are packing up the outdoor tables they are just getting it done. Lovely place. And nice mocktails too. The veal schnitzel there is beautiful

There have been a few changes in management since my first review - the previous manager now runs…read morethe Wineglass (see other reviews). These days, Roth's has added a bottle shop to the front room area; no cheaper than the per glass price by volume. It has now concentrated on making the venue otherwise a party/concert zone out the back. Not what I expect from some place called a "Wine Bar". Food offerings are not as epicurean as before, and the glassware is now more industrial-strength than wine-enhancing. New management brings its own take on the idea of how the establishment should operate, and I wish them the best - without me.