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.

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!

This place is owned by the same people who own The Cook's Garden next door. In fact, they have…read moreknocked down walls and joined the two places together. The Garden Tap is an informal, small bar/pub food type place while The Cook's Garden is a fairly swanky (and very good) restaurant. We managed to leave the kids at home and go out for our wedding anniversary (19 years, thanks for asking). We had a booking at The Cook's Garden next door but stopped in here for a quick drink before dinner. We were very tempted to stay here instead. This is a small bar in the suburbs, so already a rarity. It's relaxed and casual. It's also not tragically hipster, which is a real rarity for a small bar. The drink selection is good (but not huge) with some nice craft beers and ciders. The food looks amazing though. Superb looking burgers. Amazing looking steaks. We very nearly cancelled our booking next door and ate here instead. We didn't though. We had a very nice meal next door and will have to eat (rather than just look at) the food next time. It's kid friendly so the next time we feel like taking the family out for the night we may well go here.

My second time here and when I just went to the bar to order my lunch I remembered why I'm…read morereturning......several bright 'hellos' as I approached the bar. And I like the feel of the place. Light, airy and casual. Today I've gone for the Pulled Pork Burger. It comes with smokey BBQ sauce, coleslaw and Mayo. . I like to be given the option of chips or salad so I opted for the salad. And a glass of cold Sav Blanc. Life is good! On Sunday afternoons they have live music. It kicks off from 4. And each Sunday a Sunday Roast is on the menu. This week it will be pink roasted lamb saddle, zaataar spiced stuffing and baked kiplers.

Excellent service and staff, great craft beers made fresh onsite (ask for tastings of each one…read morebefore you commit!), also dope outdoor seating area that's undercover

Came here with some friends and tried the Scotch Fillet weekday special. Premium Tasmanian Cape…read moreGrim Angus cooked perfectly medium rare. I savoured every last bite of the steak including the chips and salad. The mushroom sauce was also a wonderful accompaniment to the steak. Simple pub style seating next to a beer brewery. Next time I'll be back to try the beer.

This bistro in a hotel is a casual place with a menu full of variety. It includes a bar. You order…read moreat a counter and are given a buzzer to let you know when to go pick up your food. We both chose the seafood basket. I didn't want the carbs in the taco shell and french fries, so asked if they could substitute some mixed veggies for me. They were happy to do that, although the first plate we picked up had it with the normal items. When I took it back, they made it right for me. The seafood was a nice variety, mostly fried, but some grilled--filet, scallops, shrimp, calamari, and it included a small salad. My veggies were great, a nice difference from the mostly fried food. It looks like they have some specials on various nights that sound like a great deal for their diners. Plenty of seating indoors and out.

Very decent food for lunch or dinner.. fairly affordable meals and can get quite cranking on a…read morefriday night depending on the music they have lined up :)

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!

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 !

Reasonably priced pub food. Quick and friendly service. Upstairs is a more "intimate setting",…read morehowever when there music playing downstairs, there's no escaping it. Opposite Penrith Station, Bus and Taxi ranks, so Public Transport is your best option!

The Fat Cow Bistro is one of the best pubs I've eaten at. The food is consistently good, and I've…read moreeaten here a lot. The prices are great, and even better if you get the daily specials. My favourite - the Pasta Prima Vera. Lots of flavour, lots of veggies and well cooked pasta. Lots of standard pub fare, too. Their schnitzels are big, tasty and relatively cheap. I don't really have anything bad to say about the establishment. The staff are friendly and it's kept clean. The only cons: Some of the patrons are gross, aaaaaaand Penrith.

Been here a couple of times & never had a drama. Good honest old fashioned pub with affordable…read moredrinks & meals. Nothing flash but enough variety to suit most tastes & diets & the serving sizes are beyond generous. Nice deck out the back to have a drink &/or meal looking out on the trees. They have a motel style accommodation beside too but I've never used it so can't vouch for it either way.

ONE OF THE WORST DINING EXPERIENCES OF MY ENTIRE LIFE…read more This pub has management issues - as in apparently no management and the staff running amok. Our visit was on or about November 29, 2012. I'm pretty sure it was a Thursday. Didn't know if Australia had Yelp at the time. We wanted to go there for the $10 rump steak dinner. First of all, my mother was told a different closing time than when I called. We didn't know the other one had called also. Don't they know when they close? YES THEY DO. When we met up at the bistro, I ordered a rump steak dinner for myself, my mother and my son. The chubby blonde lady working the bistro said it was $35 total (in OZ tax is included). I sensed her "attitude" but didn't want to ruin our dinner by calling her on her BS in that $10 X 3 does not equal $35. That would mean each steak dinner costs $11.66. But the sign out front says $10 rump steak (and tax is included). I describe her as a "chubby blonde" not to comment on her weight, but to identify her in light of the serious issues. She wasn't that overweight. I had an important phone call to make and didn't want to upset myself. I just considered the $5 as a tip for the staff. No hesitation from her whatsoever, and little doubt the extra $5 went into her pocket. She heard my American accent, thought I was a tourist, and presumed I didn't know what the hell is going on in Australia. She didn't know I was from there. This hotel is right next to Australian Pioneer Village, so they probably get a lot of tourist traffic. There was a table of local guys getting drunk and loudly swearing up a storm. Whatever. This is semi-rural Australia so it was not so unusual. A manager ought to quiet them down some, but there was apparently no manager around. But this next part takes the cake! Two in our party had finished eating, but I was still finishing up. While I was obviously still eating, the same blonde lady comes over and throws a used serviette / napkin on my unfinished plate while I'm sitting there with my knife and fork still in my hand. She then picks up the three plates and goes off to the kitchen. OUTRAGEOUS. Never have I experienced something like this in my entire life. Obviously she didn't have the patience to come back in just a couple of minutes. Too lazy to want to want to walk back a second time, also. I was so flabergasted I did not say a word because for sure it would have made a nasty scene because I have no doubt whatsoever this b@tch would have mouthed back at me. I WOULD HAVE GONE OFF, make no mistake about it. So there you have it, Yelp is ramping up in Australia and the Heritage Hotel has its first review as a big fat negative. Well-deserved I might add. BTW, when is Yelp going to grace us with a zero star option, instead of one star being the lowest?

This was actually a really lovely pub, and it was one that I had no idea existed until I wandered…read morepast it. Okay, I have never been up to this part of Sydney previously, so I guess I had no idea what I would encounter, but this place literally appeared out of nowhere. It is probably more like one of those country restaurants, but in reality, it has a real nice charm about it that many places are lacking. Oh, and it has a nice outdoor area, though it doesn't have a huge selection of beers.

Not bad. But overpriced given the quality of nearby eateries. We picked it because they re-opened…read moreat 4 an hour earlier than nearby restaurants, and we didn't want take out. The Charred Veggie Salad with Chicken was really good (Mrs B.) I got an "American Burger" with "Kumera" wedges (Sweet Potato Fries) the Fries we're better than the burger, which was nonetheless enjoyable. Better beers than some places