Although it looks much like every other TAB/bar/pub in Australia from the outside, it's actually…read morefairly well-looked-after on the inside, despite being in the heart of Auburn. Granted, it was the middle of the afternoon, so I wouldn't have expected the messy drunks to turn up in any case. The bartenders were really friendly and accommodating, flashing smiles all around, which always makes customers feel better. Their cider, by the way, is the most delicious thing I've tasted in a while. It tastes almost like really strong sparkling apple juice, and is no less intoxicating for its deliciousness, not to worry. They have two well-maintained pool tables, the cues are unbroken and unblemished (which is a rarity in pubs, I've noticed), and they don't have any balls missing! Another rarity. The premises is really clean and well-kept, as well as being air-conditioned (though not too cold.. too cold defeats the purpose a bit, doesn't it) to perfection. I like it, I would go here again for a drink if I'm in the area.

Open til 3am on Christmas. Ok not sure if that's a draw…read morecard, but it's a good plan B for when you just want to surround yourself with wall to wall carpet, have a punt on the pokies and more importantly escape parentals and relos. $8 to join if you live locally and that gets you discounted drinks. After some serious negotiation with the barman we were able to get a VLS with real lime instead of cordial. They have an alright selection of wines and beers at RSL prices. Not too shabby. The whole interior is very modern and it holds a Bistro and dessert bar, there's Keeno and then the engine room as I mentioned... it's full to the brim with Pokie machines. I havent played them for years, and after winning a princely $3 you may see why. Service was polite and hospitable, as you'd expect at a club. Probably good for a non offensive lunch with Nan on a Sunday.

Food is fairly standard RSL fare. I had a tasty pulled pork burger and my partner had a hot roast…read moreroll. But the service from the bartenders and the restaurant staff was so lovely and friendly that it makes it a pleasure to come. We live locally and will definitely be making it a regular stop. Beautiful attentive service

For a vegetarian the menu options are limited. So I am used to that however most places will adapt…read moremeal options to cater for a vegetarian option. This place charges for any swaps. So a vegetarian burger can be more expensive than the meat/fish/chicken option which is ludicrous. The food is OK. The service is OK. Wine by the glass is expensive. Sadly I was short changed after paying for desert but they did acknowledge it and give the correct change once I returned to the cashier.

Awesome food, best ive had in the innerwest in a long time, definitely would go there again.read more

We watched part of the Super Bowl at Winghaus Gateway in the Circular Quay area of Sydney, and it…read morewas a fun spot to catch the game. The atmosphere was exactly what you'd want from a traditional sports bar -- plenty of screens, cold beer flowing, and a lively crowd getting into the action. We ordered wings and beer, while we watched the game. The wings were noticeably tiny by American standards, but they were cooked really well.

Stopped by for the Tuesday wing special 50 cents each! Looked around and looked at everyone's…read morewings...they were small and looked great as most wing places have such large which we don't really care for. We asked about to go and were told that we had to order off the regular menu. Ok, no problem but are the wings the same as the special wings of the day. We were informed they were. We said "good we like small ones!" We paid, received our bag and left. When we arrive back at our place we opened up our boxes. No celery included. Then there were the wings. They were almost the size of baby turkey wings and totally soggy. So much for excitement of 2 orders of hot wings that didn't happen. Service was good. The place had a good number of customers seeming to be very happy. Just not happy with my order as we were told it would be. Our fault for not opening the food containers before we left. Recommend one eat at the restaurant versus take away.

Touchdown is the downstairs bar in the Rydges Hotel at Sydney Airport. I'm not sure what is more…read moreconfusing: the fact that it is named after an American football term; or the fact that they couldn't make a basic cocktail correctly. (More on that later). The vibe here was laid back sports bar with a focus on beers, wine and simple drinks. Sadly, the beer list was short and standard (Australian macrobrews like VB, Carlton, etc.) The short food list was actually better than I expected, with a selection of apps (wings, meatballs), entrees (burgers, steak, salmon) and desserts. It was certainly enough to suit me, so I ate here for dinner and watched some local sports (continuing my increasing fascination with cricket). My burger and fries were pretty good, and just what I wanted. But after a few mediocre beers I decided to test the bar by ordering something basic. Specifically, I asked for an Old Fashioned (It's a never-ending quest). The young bartender got busy, muddling some fruit, adding sugar and bitters, before finally adding the liquor (which I couldn't see). The result tasted familiar, but strange...REALLY strange. I sipped slowly, but it never got any better. After about 15 minutes, the bartender proudly showed me the single malt scotch he made it with... [Insert Forehead Slap here]. No wonder it tasted strange - This drink is made with Rye or Bourbon only; and what a waste of a single malt! Dear management- you might want to think about training your bartenders to do something more than pour wine and beer.

This wasn't a bad pub at all. In fact it is one of those pubs that just seems to be tucked away in…read morethe inner suburbs that could quite easily be missed if you don't know about it. Of course I did, and I'd say that I did quite like the beer garden, though the beer selection wasn't that great. Still, it had a nice atmosphere, and was a reasonably nice place to have a beer.

Great local for a cheap schooner or 5 in the big open beer garden. Always filled with groups of…read morelocals catching up in the afternoons. Used to come here a lot during the $5 steak era (RIP). But after a string of failed culinary enterprises (including thai) there is new blood in the kitchen and a new $10 steak special that I might just have to try. Occasionally I make it down here on a Friday night for the meat raffle (provided by one of the best butchers in Sydney!). I really shouldn't be advertising this as if you show up and buy tickets my odds wont be so great...

Had a great time using their promotion. Lovely food and cocktail…read more Relaxed atmosphere. Good to rest before tackling the city.

"My god" he exclaimed in a state of bewilderment and shock, "the pool tables are free to play." And…read morein a room full of deer trophy heads and regal wood laden benches you'll enjoy it. With such decor one could even mistake themselves for a dapper rifle-toting gentleman. The food however is not free. You are going to wish you used your rifle to kill your own food. I.e. If you want overpriced cuisine don't be afraid to come here. The fish and chip are tasty but not large or in any way special. This is OK really because next time your eyes will be drawn to the corn beef on the menu which is a refreshing sight (and taste, in a burger schnitzel driven pub food scene). You pay for the group-friendly tables. Fit with leather backed benches and a TV to control as your own. American sports are available too - those NBA playoffs won't watch themselves in your work lunch break. When it's not busy the waitstaff are pretty accommodating too. This makes it the sports bar you've been looking for! 4 deer heads out of 5.

Now, this was one awesome pub. Well, at first it didn't seem to be the case, particularly when I…read morewandered into the front bar and it basically looked like your typical sports bar, however, when I made my way out the back I discovered an awesome beer garden. In fact more than that, there were some great other bars in this establishment, as well as a gallery. Oh, and the paintings on the walls outside were pretty awesome. This was one great pub.

Heard good things about this place so I came here for their $10 Lunch special on Monday's and…read moreTuesdays. You can get a burger with fries ranging from cheeseburger, vegan burger, to fried chicken burger and a few others. The fit out is pretty cool, large outdoor area and chill vibe and staff. Food came out rather quick, I thought $10 was a great deal so I ordered a fried chicken burger and Bushwick burger. Bushwick burger is beef, cheese, onion, pickle, lettuce, tomato sauce, on an nyc style. Hold up, what's an NYC style bun? I've spent a lot of time in New York City and have never heard of such a thing...NYC style pizza sure. NYC style bun? This is some faux BS trying to win customers in an attempt to seem more authentic methinks... Anyway, the fried chicken burger was great, definitely up there with the best in Sydney, comparable to Mary's, Pub Life (prior to the new one,) and Pinbone. The Bushwick burger on the other hand was OK. It seriously just tasted like a Whopper from Hungry Jack's. Not a bad thing...but nothing special either, because if I wanted an imitation of something I would have just gone to the original. Will have to come back to try the cheeseburger. Chicken is 4.5/5 Bushwick is 3/5

Very impressed, we came here with reasonable expectations that have been far exceeded. Good food,…read morefriendly service and nice fitout

I have seen this placed being renovated for a few months, and finally walked in! AND WOW! What a…read moreplace! The old venue is completely gone and the new venue is amazing. Huge beer garden, front verandah and great sports bar. Apparently the bistro opens at the end of Jan, looking forward to trying the food! Definitely the nicest place in Kingsgrove.

The Bank Hotel is one of Newtown's busiest pubs and I've been kicking around here for as long as I…read morecan remember. They renovated a few years ago and it's now a lot more pleasant with a lovely beer garden that houses the Bank's great Thai restaurant, and that is also venue to a ripping game of 2-Up on Anzac Day. I'm sure they do other stuff in here but they're the only things I've done downstairs! My preferred spot is in the windows, watching the peak of King Street crazy from a safe vantage-point while nestling a beer. The Bank is also famous for it's long-running Wednesday night Girl's night (for girls who like girls) and as I saw on the poster outside, they are kicking off Summer with a Drag Queen hosted "Sausage Fest". I laughed.

I came through the Bank Hotel and sat at the back open air courtyard which was a bit cold in…read morewinter. It was a Friday night, and the place wasn't too packed, it was calm and responsible - which wasn't what I thought it would be by the interior and exterior contemporary design - looked more publish, with a TAB & late night cosy couches. Maybe it was just the cold weather. The outside was where I spent the most of my time, and it was pleasant, and lively at times, and one of the biggest courtyards I've seen. Beware of the many smokers that use this area, on the flip side, it's smoker friendly. The drinks were well priced, and the specials were great, the bar tenders were very helpful in recommending some different drink inventions. Although the overall place missed a vibe I was used to, and it just wasn't the most interesting place to have a few drinks.