Wheatsheaf Hotel
An iconic Adelaide live-music and craft-beer pub — the legendary 'Wheaty' at Thebarton, rated 4.7 across nearly 1,500 reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
The Wheatsheaf Hotel — affectionately known as the 'Wheaty' — sits on George Street in Thebarton, just west of the Adelaide CBD. A much-loved institution, it's renowned as one of the city's best pubs for live music and craft beer, with a warm, characterful atmosphere that's earned it a devoted following over the years.
The appeal is that genuine, community-minded pub experience: an ever-changing line-up of live music, a great range of independent and craft beers, and the kind of welcoming, unpretentious vibe that makes a truly great local. It's a cornerstone of Adelaide's music and beer scene, beloved by regulars and musicians alike.
With a 4.7 rating from nearly 1,500 reviews, it's clearly a firm favourite. The live-music line-up, what's on tap, opening hours and any events change regularly, so it's worth checking the current program and details before you go — particularly if you're heading in for a specific gig — though for a relaxed drink and a taste of one of Adelaide's most beloved pubs, you can often just drop in.
Reviewed by Iyan B.
Practical details
Opening hours
Closed- Monday
- 15:00 – 22:00
- TuesdayToday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- 15:00 – 22:00
- Thursday
- 15:00 – 22:00
- Friday
- 15:00 – 23:00
- Saturday
- 14:00 – 23:00
- Sunday
- 14:00 – 21:00
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 87
- Popularity
- 96
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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