About The Henson Hotel
The Henson Hotel is a hotel and pub located at 91 Illawarra Rd, Marrickville NSW 2204. A community-focused pub in the heart of Marrickville. No gaming machines are recorded for this venue. It is rated 4.5 out of 5 from 2042 Google reviews. A food and drinks menu is listed below. Phone: (02) 9171 1868.
A community-focused pub in the heart of Marrickville
The Henson is a revitalized historic pub located in Sydney's Inner West. Known for its commitment to sustainability and quality, it sources free-range, organic, and locally produced ingredients. The venue offers a welcoming, community-centric atmosphere with a large beer garden, a dedicated kids' play area, and an emphasis on craft beverages.
What The Henson Hotel offers
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The Henson Hotel location and map
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Frequently asked questions about The Henson Hotel
Where is The Henson Hotel located?
The Henson Hotel is located at 91 Illawarra Rd, Marrickville NSW 2204. It is a hotel and pub in the suburb of Marrickville, New South Wales.
What are the opening hours of The Henson Hotel?
The Henson Hotel opening hours: Monday: 11:30 AM to 11:00 PM; Tuesday: 11:30 AM to 11:00 PM; Wednesday: 11:30 AM to 11:00 PM; Thursday: 11:30 AM to 11:00 PM; Friday: 11:30 AM to 12:00 AM; Saturday: 11:30 AM to 12:00 AM; Sunday: 11:30 AM to 10:00 PM. Hours can change on public holidays, so check with the venue before visiting.
Does The Henson Hotel have pokies?
No gaming machines are recorded for The Henson Hotel in the NSW gaming machine register, so it is a venue without pokies.
Does The Henson Hotel serve food?
Yes. The Henson Hotel serves food and its menu with prices is listed on this page. Kitchen hours may differ from the venue opening hours.
Does The Henson Hotel have a bar?
Yes. The Henson Hotel holds a NSW liquor hotel licence and serves alcoholic drinks at the bar.
What is the phone number for The Henson Hotel?
You can phone The Henson Hotel on (02) 9171 1868.
How is The Henson Hotel rated?
The Henson Hotel is rated 4.5 out of 5 based on 2042 Google reviews.
Which venues are near The Henson Hotel?
Licensed venues close to The Henson Hotel include Victoria on the Park Hotel, Portugal Madeira Sydney Social & Cultural Sports Club Limited, Royal Exchange Hotel MARRICKVILLE, Marrickville Bowling & Recreation Club Limited. See the nearby venues list on this page for distances and details.
Henson Services & Facilities
Dining & Bars
The Henson Kitchen
A seasonal menu focused on ethically sourced produce, featuring pub classics, tacos, burgers, and house-made sauces.
The Main Bar
A traditional bar setting offering a wide selection of independent craft beers, natural wines, and classic cocktails.
The Beer Garden
A spacious, sun-drenched outdoor area suitable for casual dining and drinks, which is also pet-friendly.
Entertainment & Leisure
Sports Viewing
Live sports broadcast on screens throughout the bar and outdoor areas.
Pool Tables
Classic pool tables available for casual play within the main bar area.
Gaming Room
A designated area for electronic gaming machines and wagering facilities.
Family Features
The Playroom
An enclosed, safe play space for children featuring a variety of toys and equipment, located adjacent to the beer garden.
Kids Menu
A dedicated menu for children featuring healthy options and classic favorites like fish and chips or mini burgers.
Functions & Events
The Deck
A semi-private outdoor area ideal for group bookings and birthday celebrations.
Group Bookings
Catering to large groups for casual gatherings, corporate lunches, or family events with flexible seating arrangements.
Amenities & Services
The Henson Bottle Shop
An on-site retail outlet specializing in independent craft beers, boutique spirits, and natural wines.
Dog Friendly Policy
The venue is pet-friendly in the outdoor courtyard and beer garden sections.
Accessibility
The venue provides wheelchair access to the main bar, bistro, and courtyard areas.
Our Food & Drinks Menu
* Please note that all images are for illustration purposes only and actual serving will vastly differ.
The Henson Hotel reviews
5 Star Review by A Bunny Yay
Welcoming staff, family friendly service with a relaxed vibe. Great pub grub with delicious burgers and fresh chips. Met up with my friend who has a child and the staff were accommodating, making sure she didn't have to carry the baby chair by herself and cleaning each table between the guests leaving. The cocktails are worth the money, Lemon drop is fantastic and light, not too sweet or sour. This place would suit small or large gatherings, it can get busy so get in early or book a table in advance so you dont miss out. Space inside and outside with covered/shady spots and dog friendly too! There is a parent room and kids play area outside, but due to covid these are currently unavailable - fair enough, we can wait till things settle down. Cheers to the team at Henson, we will be back! Xxx
4 Star Review by Trent C (TeecesPieces)
Vibrant kid friendly atmosphere awaits you at the Henson. We enjoyed margaritas and a Spritz that were delicious albeit a tad slow. Food was speedy and down right yummy! Would recommend, great vibe.
4 Star Review by Adam Georgiou
We came here for dinner recently and were largely impressed with the place. A very large, over all tidily decorated pub with a lot of separate areas (bar, dinning, outside etc) which meant there was a ton of space. Plenty of beer on offer across different taps in the different areas. The menu sounded really interesting with a mixture of cuisine influences. Our food came quick and it was all tasted great. Service was great and would definitely come back if we were in the area again.
5 Star Review by Lindsay Eden
What a great pub. Food was very good. A nice local community watering hole. Family friendly. Great staff.
4 Star Review by Tristan Dowie
Great vibe, nice spot with a good atmosphere. I was a bit disappointed by the lamb shank (singular, despite their menu saying shanks). Ill grant that meat is certainly more expensive recently, but the serving size is quite small. Could have been made up for with more mash or veggies, but those were both conservative servings as well. The mash was delicious, the dish would have been redeemed with more of it! My friend had the chicken burger and said it was fantastic - so, tip to the wise, get a burger!
3 Star Review by Andreas Ludwig
Large pub. Very busy and extremely family friendly (including dogs). Very noisy inside - what you expect from a Sydney pub. The food (we tried several burgers and a sandwich) were just average. The beer was good. It seems to be really popular - just not really for me. There are much better options in Sydney for decent food and the option to talk to, not shout at each other.
4 Star Review by fernando rodriguez
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5 Star Review by Cass Boyd
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5 Star Review by User R
Not bad for an afternoon out with friends the kids and the dog. Menu is typical, nothing special. The ice cream / gelato soft serve is a nice feature as is the little play area for the kids outside.
5 Star Review by Jordan
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