Empire Hotel
A popular pub at Kilburn near Prospect in Adelaide with a 4.1 rating across 386 reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
The Empire Hotel sits on Prospect Road in Kilburn, near Prospect in Adelaide's inner north. With 386 reviews behind its 4.1 rating, it has built a strong following.
The appeal is a relaxed, sociable pub with genuine character — a great spot for a beer, a hearty feed and a bit of atmosphere, a much-loved local. Its Kilburn location makes it an easy and welcoming destination.
Pub menus, events and trading hours shift over time, and it gets busy on weekends. If you're coming for a particular occasion, a function or the kitchen, it's worth checking current details directly before you arrive.
Practical details
Opening hours
Closed- Monday
- 09:00 – 03:00
- Tuesday
- 09:00 – 03:00
- WednesdayToday
- 09:00 – 03:00
- Thursday
- 09:00 – 03:00
- Friday
- 09:00 – 03:00
- Saturday
- 09:00 – 03:00
- Sunday
- 09:00 – 03:00
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 64
- Popularity
- 78
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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