About Henry Rous Tavern
Henry Rous Tavern is a hotel and pub located at 177 River St, Ballina NSW 2478. A premier social hub in the heart of Ballina. The venue has 15 approved gaming machines (pokies). It is rated 4 out of 5 from 385 Google reviews. Food is served at the venue. Phone: (02) 6686 6415.
A premier social hub in the heart of Ballina
Located on River Street in Ballina, the Henry Rous Tavern is a quintessential Australian pub offering a blend of traditional hospitality and modern facilities. It features a popular bistro, a lively sports bar, and comprehensive wagering facilities, making it a favorite destination for locals and visitors seeking a relaxed atmosphere.
What Henry Rous Tavern offers
Restaurant
Food served
Bar
15 Gaming machines
Night club
Establishment
Events
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Henry Rous Tavern location and map
Opening times
Frequently asked questions about Henry Rous Tavern
Where is Henry Rous Tavern located?
Henry Rous Tavern is located at 177 River St, Ballina NSW 2478. It is a hotel and pub in the suburb of Ballina, New South Wales.
What are the opening hours of Henry Rous Tavern?
Henry Rous Tavern opening hours: Monday: 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM; Tuesday: 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM; Wednesday: 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM; Thursday: 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM; Friday: 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM; Saturday: 9:00 AM to 11:00 PM; Sunday: 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM. Hours can change on public holidays, so check with the venue before visiting.
Does Henry Rous Tavern have pokies?
Yes. Henry Rous Tavern has 15 gaming machines (pokies) approved under its NSW hotel licence, ranking number 654 among NSW hotels by gaming machine numbers.
Does Henry Rous Tavern serve food?
Yes. Henry Rous Tavern serves food. Kitchen hours may differ from the venue opening hours.
Does Henry Rous Tavern have a bar?
Yes. Henry Rous Tavern holds a NSW liquor hotel licence and serves alcoholic drinks at the bar.
What is the phone number for Henry Rous Tavern?
You can phone Henry Rous Tavern on (02) 6686 6415.
How is Henry Rous Tavern rated?
Henry Rous Tavern is rated 4 out of 5 based on 385 Google reviews.
Which venues are near Henry Rous Tavern?
Licensed venues close to Henry Rous Tavern include Australian Hotel BALLINA, Ballina Hotel, Slipway Inn, Ballina RSL Club Limited. See the nearby venues list on this page for distances and details.
Tavern Services & Facilities
Dining & Bars
The Rous Bistro
Features a diverse menu of pub classics, including premium steaks, local seafood, schnitzels, and burgers, with indoor and outdoor seating options.
Main Bar
A well-stocked bar offering an extensive range of tap beers, craft brews, local wines, and spirits in a social environment.
Entertainment & Leisure
Live Music
Regular performances from local musicians and bands, typically hosted on Friday and Saturday nights.
TAB and Keno
Full TAB facilities with multiple screens for horse racing and sports betting, plus Keno terminals.
Sports Viewing
Large television screens located throughout the bar area broadcasting live NRL, AFL, cricket, and international sporting events.
VIP Lounge
A dedicated area featuring modern electronic gaming machines in a comfortable setting.
Family Features
Kids Menu
A selection of affordable meals specifically for children under 12, including favorites like fish and chips and chicken nuggets.
Family Friendly Dining
Spacious bistro layout designed to accommodate families and large groups comfortably.
Functions & Events
Private Functions
Caters to various events including birthdays, corporate lunches, and community gatherings with flexible catering packages available.
Amenities & Services
Bottlemart
An on-site drive-through and walk-in bottle shop offering a wide selection of beer, wine, and spirits.
Accessibility
The venue is wheelchair accessible with level entry points and appropriate facilities.
Parking
Street parking available along River Street and adjacent side streets.
Our Food & Drinks Menu
Unfortunately, this venue does not currently have a food menu available.
Venue owners/licencees should contact our customer support for inclusion.
Henry Rous Tavern reviews
4 Star Review by Nelson Villarosa
Ordered a medium steak but came to us well done, not the best bartender service out here as well but the food were great! Lamb cutlets were fantastic together with mushroom gravy and diane sauce as well as the duck spring rolls and peppered squid
5 Star Review by Dan Guillaumier
Dropped in for a quick lunch while waiting for a vehicle service. Zero expectations and never been here before. Absolutely blown away by the crispy salmon. Best meal I've had in a long time! Great friendly staff too. I'll be dragging my wife back here at the next opportunity.
5 Star Review by Chelle Coglan
We popped in here while traveling through, after googling dog friendly pubs Henry Rous seemed the best choice. We were welcomed with friendly smiles. The food was absolutely delicious, fresh and hot. We sat outside on the veranda area with our dog, the heater was a nice welcome in the cold wet weather. If were ever back in town well visit again.
4 Star Review by david liebig
Just enjoyed salt and pepper calamari here, cooked really well , great salad, fast service and cold beer
3 Star Review by Donna Conlon
I would have given more stars as the food was lovely. My daughter who considers herself a bit of a schnitzel expert gave hers a 9 out of 10. The only thing which was not so good and let the experience down was the front of house server who took our order who came across as unfriendly to say the least appeared unhappy and rude. My daughter described her as a bit scary Im hoping she was maybe just having a bad day.
5 Star Review by paul finnie
Great food great cocktails. Not too be missed
2 Star Review by Laura Robertson
We came here on a Sunday afternoon, it had a bit of a rough vibe going when we arrived,we played pool for many hours, towards the end we where hungry and decided to order a pasta. It was close to closing time for kitchen, the pasta it self was over cooked and the sauce was to salty and very runny sauce! Chicken was over cooked
4 Star Review by Laurie Archer
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5 Star Review by col hutchings
Lovely food and special on the pints. Worth the visit. Best pub style food in Ballina - loved it. Visited again today (4/1/23) - food excellent- $7 pints always a bonus.
4 Star Review by Allan McCarthy
Delicious lunch.....efficient food and beveridge service.