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
Cumberland Arms Hotel
$$Charming pub with assorted dining areas & a courtyard terrace dispensing beers & hearty fare.
Seacliff Beach Hotel
$$Laid-back eatery with outdoor seating & ocean views serving breakfast, classic pub grub & beer.
Grand Junction Tavern
$Grand Junction Tavern is a pub in Port Adelaide, Adelaide. It holds a 4.3-star Google rating from 724 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 60/100.
Broadway Hotel
$$Broadway Hotel is a pub in Glenelg, Adelaide. It holds a 4.2-star Google rating from 1107 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 60/100.
Rob Roy Hotel
$$Cosy, Victorian-era building offering pub grub with a Scottish twist and single malt whiskeys.
The Robin Hood Hotel
$$Venerable pub with a laid-back vibe and an esteemed bistro, plus weekly live acoustic gigs.
The Edinburgh Hotel
$$Stylish locale with a classic bistro menu & outdoor seating offering regular DJs & acoustic acts.
Watermark Glenelg
$$Watermark Glenelg is a pub in Glenelg, Adelaide. It holds a 4.1-star Google rating from 5218 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 60/100.
The Guardsman
$$The Guardsman is a pub in North Adelaide, Adelaide. It holds a 4.3-star Google rating from 691 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 60/100.
Union Hotel - Best Pub in Adelaide CBD
$$Gastropub serving cocktails and craft beer, with DJs spinning funk, house, pop and rock on weekends.
The Crown and Sceptre Hotel
$$Specialty club nights and DJs, plus classic steaks, burgers and chips, in a big, casual pub.
Cremorne Hotel
$$Cremorne Hotel is a pub in Unley, Adelaide. It holds a 4.2-star Google rating from 955 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 60/100.
Balhannah Hotel
$$Balhannah Hotel is a pub in Hahndorf, Adelaide. It holds a 4.3-star Google rating from 734 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 60/100.
Norwood Hotel
$$Hearty Irish meals & daily specials in a laid-back venue with outdoor tables & kitschy decor.
Caledonian Hotel
$$Relaxed bar & restaurant with a warm ambiance offering steak & chips, plus other pub grub classics.
The Holdfast Hotel
Pub & eatery dishing global street fare in a casual space with a courtyard & live music on weekends.
Glenelg Surf Life Saving Club
Glenelg Surf Life Saving Club is a pub in Glenelg, Adelaide. It holds a 4.3-star Google rating from 780 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 60/100.
Alma Tavern
$$Popular restaurant & bar with an outdoor courtyard offering pub grub, plus DJs & bingo.
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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.