About Bar Cleveland
Bar Cleveland is a hotel and pub located at 433 Cleveland St, Redfern NSW 2016. A historic Redfern landmark with a contemporary soul. The venue has 19 approved gaming machines (pokies). It is rated 4 out of 5 from 643 Google reviews. A food and drinks menu is listed below. Phone: (02) 9698 1908.
A historic Redfern landmark with a contemporary soul
Situated on the corner of Cleveland and Bourke Streets, Bar Cleveland is a heritage-listed venue that combines classic pub culture with modern sophistication. It offers a vibrant atmosphere for locals and visitors alike, featuring a diverse drink selection, premium pub dining, and versatile event spaces across two levels.
What Bar Cleveland offers
Bar
19 Gaming machines
Establishment
Events
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Bar Cleveland location and map
Opening times
Frequently asked questions about Bar Cleveland
Where is Bar Cleveland located?
Bar Cleveland is located at 433 Cleveland St, Redfern NSW 2016. It is a hotel and pub in the suburb of Redfern, New South Wales.
What are the opening hours of Bar Cleveland?
Bar Cleveland opening hours: Monday: 10:00 AM to 4:00 AM; Tuesday: 10:00 AM to 4:00 AM; Wednesday: 10:00 AM to 4:00 AM; Thursday: 10:00 AM to 4:00 AM; Friday: 10:00 AM to 4:00 AM; Saturday: 10:00 AM to 4:00 AM; Sunday: 10:00 AM to 12:00 AM. Hours can change on public holidays, so check with the venue before visiting.
Does Bar Cleveland have pokies?
Yes. Bar Cleveland has 19 gaming machines (pokies) approved under its NSW hotel licence, ranking number 771 among NSW hotels by gaming machine numbers.
Does Bar Cleveland serve food?
Yes. Bar Cleveland serves food and its menu with prices is listed on this page. Kitchen hours may differ from the venue opening hours.
Does Bar Cleveland have a bar?
Yes. Bar Cleveland holds a NSW liquor hotel licence and serves alcoholic drinks at the bar.
What is the phone number for Bar Cleveland?
You can phone Bar Cleveland on (02) 9698 1908.
How is Bar Cleveland rated?
Bar Cleveland is rated 4 out of 5 based on 643 Google reviews.
Which venues are near Bar Cleveland?
Licensed venues close to Bar Cleveland include Norfolk Hotel, Trinity Bar, Shakespeare Hotel, Crown Hotel SURRY HILLS. See the nearby venues list on this page for distances and details.
Cleveland Services & Facilities
Dining & Bars
The Bistro
A casual dining area serving high-quality pub classics, including hand-stretched pizzas, premium steaks, and gourmet burgers.
Main Bar
A well-appointed bar featuring an extensive list of craft beers, international spirits, and a curated selection of cocktails.
Entertainment & Leisure
Live Sports Viewing
Large screens positioned throughout the venue broadcasting live NRL, AFL, cricket, and international sporting events.
DJ Sets and Live Music
Regular weekend entertainment featuring local DJs and musicians providing a soundtrack for the late-night crowd.
Trivia Nights
Weekly hosted trivia sessions providing interactive entertainment for groups and locals.
Family Features
Kids Meals
A dedicated selection of child-friendly food options available during bistro operating hours.
Functions & Events
Upstairs at Bar Cleveland
A spacious and flexible private event level equipped with its own bar, suitable for birthday parties, corporate functions, and cocktail events.
Event Coordination
Dedicated staff available to assist with tailoring beverage packages and catering menus for private bookings.
Amenities & Services
Outdoor Alfresco Seating
Pavement seating along the historic facade, allowing patrons to dine and drink while overlooking the Redfern streetscape.
TAB Facilities
In-house betting facilities and screens for racing and sports wagering.
Public Transport Access
Conveniently located within walking distance of Central Station and Redfern Station, with bus stops directly outside.
Our Food & Drinks Menu
* Please note that all images are for illustration purposes only and actual serving will vastly differ.
Bar Cleveland reviews
5 Star Review by Brett Stathis
Chose this venue for a recent birthday party - the upstairs function area has been very well renovated. The staff were very helpful with organising and booking, available to answer any questions, and this continued through to the night itself where manager Dimitri and all of the team were very friendly. It is a great area for a party, with a separate bar, toilets and our own music. The food platters were excellent and well received by guests. The other positive was that afterwards, we could go downstairs to the pub until 4am. I have no hesitation recommending this venue and thank the staff for helping to make it a great night. (The pub itself has genuine character with great food and drinks too).
5 Star Review by Shereen Leukes
I celebrated my Birthday with my Fiance at Bar Cleveland and what an amazing experience. The vibe was great, food absolutely delicious, drinks amazing and super friendly staff too. We'll definitely go back again as we truly had a beautiful time.
4 Star Review by Rhys Travels
The pub was nice and comfortable for dinner and drinks on a Monday night. They didn't seem to have weekly specials for meals. We got the rump steak with chips and veg for $25 each. The steak was beautifully cooked, tender and delicious. The portion was average. The Bernaise sauce was good. The peppercorn sauce however was not edible as it tasted too strong and bitter. Some of the Broccolini seemed burnt so tasted dry and bitter.
5 Star Review by Tony M
Had the lunch special $17 chicken schnitzel. Great and fast service from the young man serving us. Bloody great tasting meal for pub grub. The deep fried chips were AMAZING!!!! WITH THAT NOISY CRUNCH. Totally satisfied customer
5 Star Review by Michael Brighton-Hall
Our event went very well with the revamped upstairs area providing a modern, classy and relaxed feel. The sophisticated couches and furniture are a nice touch. The food was a super high point with everyone commenting how fab it was. Staff were friendly and very helpful. Drinks were fairly priced and made well by friendly staff. All in all a great result and Id happily recommend this venue.
5 Star Review by Stefan T
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5 Star Review by Brett Spencer
I always enjoy Bar Cleveland. It's my local. The food is good and consistent. I love the relaxed feel.
2 Star Review by Emilie Stirling
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4 Star Review by Missy The Cat
I've had a good, solid, reliable four-star performance out of Bar Cleveland over the years. Been stopping by here for the occasional mid-day shandy since, what, 2010 or so? The main draw for me is the outdoors people-watching table on the corner. But the interior has preserved the authentic old-school character that used to make Surry Hills, Redfern and Waterloo such interesting places. They aren't making any more of these, so get it while you still can. Bar Cleveland's quiet and peaceable during the day. Friendly staff. Clean loo. Plenty of space. Conveniently located between the Oxford Street shops and the southeast Redfern shopping district. Well worth your visit. (Ah! One last thought. Can't say what it's like at midnight on Fridays - your mileage may vary.) ============== Missy The Cat Star Ratings: 5 - a place of rare genius that merits repeated return visits 4 - a strong effort with no major shortcomings 3 - a solid, worthy effort with perhaps one important thing to fix 2 - several important things wrong, but at least one important thing right 1 - can't be given a zero, doesn't deserve a dollar (as of review date)
5 Star Review by Ignacio Tapia Vargas
When you're starving everything tastes good, even the pasta served here with an amount of salt that would leave you on the verge of a kidney failure and 3 micro croutons that were clearly not fresh. Even when you have to wait about 40 minutes for it on a non busy night. Kind FOH team though... Good for drinks, terrible pasta at least. Won't have food here again