Best Pubs in Adelaide (2026)
Looking for the best pubs in Adelaide? We've rounded up 80 of the city's standout spots — from neighbourhood favourites to buzzy new openings. Every venue is ranked by our Spot Score, which weighs reputation, popularity and freshness, so you can book with confidence. Filter by suburb, price or what's open now to find your next go-to.
The Australian pub is a social institution — somewhere to catch the footy, settle in for a counter meal or while away a sunny afternoon in the beer garden. These are Adelaide's most-loved locals and historic watering holes.
80 spots
Royal Oak
$$Laid-back pub with exposed-brick walls & a classy beer garden, plus live music & hearty eats.
Port Admiral Hotel
$$Port Admiral Hotel is a pub in Port Adelaide, Adelaide. It holds a 4.3-star Google rating from 1272 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 62/100.
Exeter Hotel
$Airy, casual venue with sidewalk seating & classic pub grub, plus regular live music & curry nights.
The Elephant British Pub
$$Comfort eats pair with ales & ciders on tap in a traditional English space with TV sports & music.
The Maylands Hotel
$$Smartly updated 1880s hotel with poker machines & craft beers, serving global pub grub.
Swell Brewing Co. Taphouse & Brewery
$$Swell Brewing Co. Taphouse & Brewery is a brewery in Brighton, Adelaide. It holds a 4.3-star Google rating from 852 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 61/100.
Exeter Hotel
$$Exeter Hotel is a pub in Semaphore, Adelaide. It holds a 4.2-star Google rating from 1461 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 61/100.
The Austral
$$The Austral is a pub in Burnside, Adelaide. It holds a 4.2-star Google rating from 1507 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 61/100.
Semaphore Hotel
$$Semaphore Hotel is a pub in Semaphore, Adelaide. It holds a 4.3-star Google rating from 951 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 61/100.
The Lion Hotel
$$Victorian brewery turned lively pub, offering Modern Australian cuisine.
Kent Town Hotel
$$Hip spot with bars, a restaurant & a wine store, plus a gaming room, a cafe & outdoor dining spaces.
Henley Beach Hotel
$$Henley Beach Hotel is a pub in Henley Beach, Adelaide. It holds a 4.2-star Google rating from 1899 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 61/100.
The Lady Daly Hotel
$$Pub grub with gluten-free & veggie options, served in a cosy, enduring locale with a beer garden.
Warradale Hotel
$$Bustling property offering simple rooms free Wi-Fi & parking, plus a bistro, 2 bars and live music.
Windmill Hotel
$$This renovated pub with a warm atmosphere offers bistro-style meals, live music & pool tables.
Mick O'Shea's Hotel
$$Buzzy Irish-themed pub with low-key rooms, offering casual fare, a beer garden & a game room.
Ramsgate Hotel
$$Ramsgate Hotel is a pub in Henley Beach, Adelaide. It holds a 4.2-star Google rating from 2582 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 61/100.
Cumberland Arms Hotel
$$Charming pub with assorted dining areas & a courtyard terrace dispensing beers & hearty fare.
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Read guide →Pubs in Adelaide — FAQs
What are the best pubs in Adelaide?+
Our top-rated pubs in Adelaide are ranked by our Spot Score, which combines Google ratings, review volume, category fit and how recently we verified the details. The highest scorers appear at the top of this page.
How is the Adelaide pubs ranking decided?+
We blend independent signals — Google star ratings and review counts, popularity, the quality of available information and freshness — into a single Spot Score out of 100. It's an editorial score, not a paid placement.
Can I filter pubs by suburb or price?+
Yes. Use the filters to narrow by suburb, minimum rating, price level, whether a place is open now, and features like dog-friendly or outdoor seating.
How many pubs are listed in Adelaide?+
We currently feature 80 pubs across Adelaide and surrounding suburbs, and we add and re-check venues regularly.