Best Pubs in Newcastle (2026)
Looking for the best pubs in Newcastle? We've rounded up 51 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 Newcastle's most-loved locals and historic watering holes.
51 spots
Maltnhops Brewhaus
Maltnhops Brewhaus is a pub in Maitland, Newcastle. It holds a 4.8-star Google rating from 201 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 63/100.
Shoal Bay Country Club
$$Airy locale with bay views & outdoor seats for seafood & other bistro fare, plus live music & pool.
Blaxland Inn
$$Steaks, burgers & hearty sides, plus wine tasting, in a family-run restaurant with a fireplace.
The Lucky Hotel
$$Bright rooms in a 19th-century property offering an industrial-chic BBQ restaurant & a trendy bar.
Junction Inn Hotel
$$Junction Inn Hotel is a pub in The Junction, Newcastle. It holds a 4.4-star Google rating from 1420 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 63/100.
The Lass O'Gowrie Hotel
$Bustling, laid-back tavern for live tunes and trivia nights, plus a classic pub grub menu.
Commonwealth Hotel Newcastle
Commonwealth Hotel Newcastle is a pub in Cooks Hill, Newcastle. It holds a 4.4-star Google rating from 895 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 62/100.
Bennett Hotel
$$Laid-back pub with a bistro menu & spacious outdoor seating serving craft beer, wine, & cocktails.
Wollombi Tavern
$$Wollombi Tavern is a pub in Pokolbin, Newcastle. It holds a 4.3-star Google rating from 1532 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 62/100.
Seven Seas Hotel
$Seven Seas Hotel is a pub in Newcastle East, Newcastle. It holds a 4.5-star Google rating from 337 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 61/100.
Grand Junction Hotel
$Grand Junction Hotel is a pub in Maitland, Newcastle. It holds a 4.5-star Google rating from 371 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 61/100.
The Prince of Merewether
$$The Prince of Merewether is a pub in Merewether, Newcastle. It holds a 4.4-star Google rating from 557 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 61/100.
Grainfed Brewing Company
Grainfed Brewing Company is a pub in Newcastle, Newcastle. It holds a 4.8-star Google rating from 133 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 61/100.
Stag & Hunter Hotel
$$Stag & Hunter Hotel is a pub in Newcastle East, Newcastle. It holds a 4.3-star Google rating from 1166 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 61/100.
Oriental Hotel
$$Oriental Hotel is a pub in Cooks Hill, Newcastle. It holds a 4.4-star Google rating from 566 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 61/100.
The Gates Hotel
$$This roomy, casual watering hole with a sports bar & covered terrace serves classic pub meals.
Mary Ellen Hotel
$$Mary Ellen Hotel is a pub in Merewether, Newcastle. It holds a 4.3-star Google rating from 704 reviews. Our editorial Spot Score is 60/100.
The Family Hotel
$$Relaxed lodging & restaurant offering 9 straightforward rooms, a terrace & live entertainment.
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Read guide →Pubs in Newcastle — FAQs
What are the best pubs in Newcastle?+
Our top-rated pubs in Newcastle 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 Newcastle 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 Newcastle?+
We currently feature 51 pubs across Newcastle and surrounding suburbs, and we add and re-check venues regularly.