Well, when I saw the large no pokies symbol on the outside of the pub I knew that I was going to…read morelike this place. Any pub that doesn't succumb to the lure of the pokie machine is going to be a good pub in my books, and it certainly was a good pub. In part it felt like an inner-city pub, yet it still retained that rural feeling about it, probably because there was a building out the back called 'The Barn' that happened to be a function room (and there was also a barbecue under the shelter). Okay, it still seemed to be a place where the locals would sit at the bar chatting with the bartender, but I didn't let that get to me, especially with the lounge area sporting some rather interesting artwork.

Actually, I'm not all that sure about Williamstown in South Australia, particularly since it really…read moreisn't much of a tourist haven, yet this place is actually rather nice. In fact, I also found it somewhat surprising that a place the size of Williamstown actually has two pubs, and that this one served craft beer. To me that was odd - not necessarily bad, just a little odd. Still, I quite liked the place, and also found that the service was also pretty good.

I'm not going to lie, I don't frequent Gawler much. In fact, this was my feet stop in this historic…read moretown. The Prince Alfred immediately stood out to me. Maybe it was the fake turf out the front, appealing to my inner hipster. Or maybe it was the promise of a house blend coffee to cater for my depleting energy levels. I'm really not sure what it was, but I'm glad I ventured inside for a Sunday afternoon bite to eat. Mrs F's Eatery boasts an affordable menu, classic pub meals with a twist, sourcing ingredients from within a 100k radius.... And you really can't fault a place that supports the locals! The service was top quality; I was given a selection of local beers to taste, speedy service, and the overriding feeling that I was important; always a nice feeling for a customer! I'm not sure what this place was like 18 months ago, prior to what is either a refurbishment or new management, but both the interior and exterior is inviting, and I felt more than comfortable sitting in a corner with my book, watching the world go by. My sandwich special was good. It wasn't "out-of-this-world-holy-crap-best-sandwich-ever-good", but it was good! Overall : I enjoyed my experience, and would come back if ever find myself in Gawler again!

I nearly gave a 3 due to the quality of the food, It could have gotten a 4 BUT.. The service time…read moretook 2 stars off., one for each hour waiting I came here on a Sunday Afternoon with a group of 20.. What can I say.. DON'T come in a group. Although everyone thought the food was quite nice. Ranging from the Tasting platter, to Corn Fritters up to Prawn Stir-Fry and the Steaks, it took an unacceptable 2 HOURS to serve the food. Even though, seeing through the windows. people that came up to an hour earlier were getting their food well before us.

If it wasn't for the beer garden I probably would have put this pub on the list of 'been once,…read morenever again' list, however that large beer garden out the back significantly lifts it rating (as well as the nice old building). In a way there are only two parts to this hotel - the pokies room and the beer garden (though there is an inside bar as well, but why go there when you can sit outside, especially on a nice day). What disappointed me a little was that there was no food on offer, and we were actually looked for some decent pub food, especially since it was getting close to 2:00 pm which meant that all of the kitchens in the various pub would suddenly shut. However I had to simply just sit here for a bit, with a glass of beer, simply enjoying the atmosphere. As I said, if it wasn't for the beer garden there would be no reason why I would come back.

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Yep, I've definitely hit a batch of bad pubs, in particular this one. Okay, people have two minds…read moreabout Gawler, but for those who like it as a place of a day trip, or an up and coming trendy Adelaide suburb, I wouldn't recommend spending any time at this pub. Basically there are much better pubs in and around Gawler than this place. Sure, it is just across the road from the railway station, but it isn't the only one in the area. It is your typical, and rather boring, suburban pub - you know drive through, gaming lounge, sports bar et al. While I've only ever been here once, some places once is enough.

Down to earth Gawler pub that has cold beer, good service and does a great schnitty. Not a…read morepretentious place in any way. Adjoining bottle shop has an excellent range of IPA's if that's your go-to beer style. It's off the main drag and there's plenty of parking on site or in the train terminal across the road.