The Ship Inn

The Ship Inn is a pub at 102 Hunter Street in Newcastle, serving food from 3pm until late Monday to Thursday and from midday until late Friday to Sunday. Its menu combines familiar pub choices with flavours drawn from teriyaki, Huli Huli and tropical-inspired combinations, giving the kitchen a broader focus than standard pub fare.

There is a substantial burger selection, including the Classic Cheeseburger, Takiyama Chicken Burger, Firebird Burger, Pulled Pork Burger and Portobello Mushroom Burger. The bowls are another point of difference, with options such as the Loco Moco Bowl, G.I Bowl, Takiyama Chicken Bowl and Tofu Moco Bowl. The menu also includes a vegan option, while the Grilled Chicken Plate is marked gluten-free on the website.

For a more traditional pub meal, the Classic Shippy Schnitty comes with summer slaw, hot chips and gravy. Starters include hot chips, crispy cauliflower, buffalo wings, teriyaki wings, dry-rub wings, and cheese with crackers. Drinks are given plenty of attention too, with cocktails including the Fairmont Espresso, East(End)Side, Raspberry Mojito, Bloody Mary and a rotating Spritz of the Week. With burgers, bowls, plates, shareable starters and cocktails available, the menu can suit a quick individual meal, a casual catch-up or a group looking to share a few dishes. The website does not provide further detail about the venue's interior, entertainment or history, so its clearest draw is the food-and-drinks offering and its late trading hours.