About The Balmain Hotel
The Balmain Hotel is a hotel and pub located at 74 Mullens St, Balmain NSW 2041. A tropical oasis and historic landmark in the inner west. The venue has 7 approved gaming machines (pokies). It is rated 4 out of 5 from 562 Google reviews. A food and drinks menu is listed below. Phone: (02) 9810 7500.
A tropical oasis and historic landmark in the inner west
Established in 1869, The Balmain Hotel is one of Sydney’s oldest and most charismatic pubs. Located on Mullens Street, it offers a unique blend of historic charm and an eclectic, tropical-themed atmosphere. Known for its award-winning beer garden, Asian-fusion pub menu, and vibrant decor, it is a popular destination for locals seeking a relaxed social environment.
What The Balmain Hotel offers
Restaurant
Food served
Bar
7 Gaming machines
Establishment
Events
Open now
The Balmain Hotel location and map
Opening times
Frequently asked questions about The Balmain Hotel
Where is The Balmain Hotel located?
The Balmain Hotel is located at 74 Mullens St, Balmain NSW 2041. It is a hotel and pub in the suburb of Balmain, New South Wales.
What are the opening hours of The Balmain Hotel?
The Balmain Hotel opening hours: Monday: 12:00 to 11:00 PM; Tuesday: 12:00 to 11:00 PM; Wednesday: 12:00 to 11:00 PM; Thursday: 12:00 PM to 12:00 AM; Friday: 12:00 PM to 12:00 AM; Saturday: 12:00 PM to 12:00 AM; Sunday: 12:00 to 10:00 PM. Hours can change on public holidays, so check with the venue before visiting.
Does The Balmain Hotel have pokies?
Yes. The Balmain Hotel has 7 gaming machines (pokies) approved under its NSW hotel licence, ranking number 1040 among NSW hotels by gaming machine numbers.
Does The Balmain Hotel serve food?
Yes. The Balmain Hotel serves food and its menu with prices is listed on this page. Kitchen hours may differ from the venue opening hours.
Does The Balmain Hotel have a bar?
Yes. The Balmain Hotel holds a NSW liquor hotel licence and serves alcoholic drinks at the bar.
What is the phone number for The Balmain Hotel?
You can phone The Balmain Hotel on (02) 9810 7500.
How is The Balmain Hotel rated?
The Balmain Hotel is rated 4 out of 5 based on 562 Google reviews.
Which venues are near The Balmain Hotel?
Licensed venues close to The Balmain Hotel include Dicks Hotel, Sackville Hotel, Bald Rock Hotel, Unity Hall Hotel. See the nearby venues list on this page for distances and details.
Hotel Services & Facilities
Dining & Bars
The Main Bistro
An award-winning kitchen serving a mix of modern Australian pub classics and Asian-fusion specialties such as bao buns and spicy salads.
The Main Bar
Offers an extensive range of craft beers, local wines, and a curated cocktail list featuring tropical and seasonal flavors.
The Beer Garden
A spacious, plant-filled outdoor area with colorful furniture and a relaxed vibe, perfect for alfresco dining and drinking.
Entertainment & Leisure
Weekly Trivia
A popular trivia night held every Wednesday evening with prizes and drink specials.
Live Sports
Multiple screens located throughout the venue showing major sporting events including NRL, AFL, and international matches.
Weekend DJs
Local DJs perform on Friday and Saturday nights, providing a upbeat soundtrack for the evening.
Family Features
Kids Menu
A selection of child-friendly meals including fish and chips, burgers, and pasta for younger guests.
Dog Friendly Policy
The outdoor beer garden is welcoming to well-behaved dogs on leashes, making it a popular spot for local pet owners.
Functions & Events
The Lounge
An indoor space suitable for private parties, cocktail events, and corporate functions with various catering packages available.
The Deck
A semi-private outdoor area overlooking the beer garden, ideal for social celebrations and medium-sized groups.
Full Venue Hire
The venue offers the option for larger scale bookings or exclusive hire for weddings and major corporate events.
Amenities & Services
Accessibility
The venue provides street-level access to the main bar and beer garden areas for guests with mobility requirements.
Street Parking
Limited on-street parking is available in the surrounding residential streets near Mullens and Beattie Streets.
Public Transport Access
Easily accessible via local bus routes running along Darling Street and Mullens Street, connecting to the city and nearby suburbs.
Our Food & Drinks Menu
* Please note that all images are for illustration purposes only and actual serving will vastly differ.
The Balmain Hotel reviews
5 Star Review by Stephen Doggett
Went for dinner. A little limited on choice but I understand, delivering good food. Food good and well priced CSD Staff, happy, relaxed, helpful and friendly Lots of good outdoor eating spots Dog friendly and a small menu for them
4 Star Review by Nick Ivers
Good little pub tucked away at the bottom of Balmain. Nice cocktails. The food was pretty decent. The outdoor area is perfect for those warmer sunny days! Super dog friendly, they even have meals you can buy for your dog!
5 Star Review by Bryan Chapman
The front bar if the Balmain is a fair dinkum front bar. Tiles on the wall, friendly and efficient staff, cold beer, good atmosphere. The food is fine, and the beer garden is a great place to sit on a sunny day and drink the day away. No hesitation in giving 5 stars.
4 Star Review by Katia Novaes
I had a birthday party at the Tiki area of the hotel which made my afternoon very nice and special. All my guests mentioned Ive chosen a nice and kids friendly spot. Even though catering and service wasnt the way I expected on the day, the owners and staff of this hotel really care about their customers and will do their best to look after them.
5 Star Review by Anthony McClenaghan
We were in a large group here on a Friday night enjoying a friend's birthday and what a nice surprise it was. A great range of craft beers, wine and cocktails were on offer. In the food department we enjoyed the classic buffalo chicken wings which were cooked perfectly, moist inside & crispy on the outside with a hint of spice and perfect blue cheese ranch sauce on the side. For our mains we shared the garlic prawn & chorizo pizza and the typhoon shelter crab spaghettini. The pizza was delicious with a light crispy base that packed a real flavour punch, the prawn & chorizo were plentiful. The winner on the night was the crab spaghettini which was loaded with crab meat, perfectly seasoned with prawn oil, chilli & a yummy crispy garlic crumb. It was a perfect combination & was simply delicious. A few of our friends tried the steak and chicken burger which were apparently excellent too. We were pleasantly surprised by the quality of food and the fast efficient service despite being a busy Friday night & can't wait to go back.
1 Star Review by Ivan Olea
We had the most tasteless Poke bowl we have ever tasted. The pickled veggies were either pickled in water! (Or left in water?) or washed and had all its flavour stripped, zero seasoning and incredibly tasteless. Sent back for a second try and exactly the same result. Fish burger was incredibly hot in the middle and not on the outside which is always a sign of lazy cooking for me. Zero taste and zero rating if there was one.
4 Star Review by Jordan Bollen
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4 Star Review by Tracy Joy
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5 Star Review by Aj Copeland
Great food and drinks clean venue friendly staff also let friendly highly recommend for a pub feed.
4 Star Review by Deep Kochar
Great vibes