Bar Beach Bowling & Sporting Club
A much-loved bowling and sporting club at Merewether in Newcastle with a 4.1 rating across 216 reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
Bar Beach Bowling & Sporting Club is a long-running bowls, dining and live music venue in Merewether, Newcastle. The club marked 100 years in 2023, giving it a strong local history while continuing to offer several ways to visit, including bowls, the Bar Beach Bistro, functions and membership.
The bistro is open for lunch and dinner from Wednesday to Friday, with service from 12pm to 3pm and again from 5pm to 8pm. On Saturdays, it trades from 12pm to 8pm, while Sunday service runs from 12pm to 7pm. The website provides options to book a table or make a broader venue booking, so checking ahead is sensible for meals and functions.
With its combination of sporting facilities, a restaurant, functions and a what's-on programme, the club suits locals looking for an easy social venue rather than a narrowly focused dining stop. It may work for a casual meal, a group gathering or an event, while membership offers another way to stay connected with the club. The available website information does not provide a detailed menu or describe the venue’s interior, entertainment schedule or signature dishes, so those details are best confirmed directly before visiting.
Practical details
Opening hours
Closed- Monday
- 12:00 – 20:00
- Tuesday
- 12:00 – 20:00
- WednesdayToday
- 12:00 – 21:30
- Thursday
- 12:00 – 21:30
- Friday
- 12:00 – 22:00
- Saturday
- 12:00 – 22:00
- Sunday
- 12:00 – 21:30
Menu
View the latest menu directly from the venue.
Open menuSpot Score
- Reputation
- 63
- Popularity
- 71
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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