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Covent Garden Hotel

1/102-108 Hay St, Haymarket NSW 2000, Australia

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1/102-108 Hay St, Haymarket NSW 2000, Australia

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+61 2 9211 1745
HoursMonday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 AM Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 AM Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 AM Thursday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 AM Friday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 AM Saturday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 AM Sunday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 AM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Covent Garden Hotel

A corner tavern stripped of pretense—cold beer, sidewalk stools, and unvarnished Haymarket energy. Regulars claim the curbside perch opposite Paddy’s Markets to nurse schooners and watch the Dixon Street foot traffic drift past. Come Friday and Saturday, the room flips into open-floor karaoke across three screens, where an easygoing crowd cheers on every track and the paper sign-up sheet fills up fast.

  • Curbside People-Watching: Outdoor corner seating looks straight onto Dixon Street and Paddy's Markets, offering front-row views of the precinct's foot traffic.
  • Communal Weekend Karaoke: Hosted open-floor sing-alongs kick off every Friday and Saturday night with three big screens and a supportive crowd.
  • Pre-Dinner Pitchers: Fast bar service and wallet-friendly taps make this an easy pitstop before heading deeper into Chinatown for dinner.
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Why Covent Garden Hotel Stands Out

From spirited weekend sing-alongs to prime street-side perches, discover why this Chinatown stalwart remains a beloved institution. Reserve your table today.

  • Open-Floor Weekend Karaoke

    Friday and Saturday sing-alongs transform the front floor into a raucous communal stage, backed by three large monitors and an encouraging pub crowd.

    the 3 big screens were big enough to sing together

    COCO Sung

  • Encouraging, Judgment-Free Atmosphere

    With an open sign-up sheet and a warm host, taking the microphone is welcoming even for first-timers and amateur vocalists.

    The crowd is supportive and the presenter has a wonderful voice of her own. I recommend everyone give singing a go here!

    Haley Flanagan

  • Prime Curbside People-Watching

    Curbside tables along the corner of Hay and Dixon Streets offer front-row vantage points directly onto bustling Chinatown foot traffic.

    I would recommend highly to have a beer and watch the world go by here at night.

    C.GOODY

  • Strategic Chinatown Launchpad

    Located right opposite Paddy's Markets and neighboring local dessert spots, it serves as an ideal launchpad for an evening in Haymarket.

    If you are after some pre-show drinks OR pre-dinner drinks this is the pub for you

    Dave Ryan

  • Affordable Pints and Happy Hour

    Fast-moving bar service keeps drink tabs low with generous happy hour pricing and value-priced tap beers and spirits.

    Drinks Happy Hour 4-6pm great value. We've been coming here for over 40 years and it is still a winner.

    Dave Ryan

  • Well-Priced Cocktails for Groups

    Whether ordering margaritas or house cocktails, the bar pours accessible mixed drinks that make kicking off a group night effortless.

    Cheap cocktails and great drinks. Highly recommend the watermelon margaritas and the long islands.

    Liam Anning

From open-mic weekend sing-alongs to value-packed happy hours and cold craft beers.

  • Karaoke Night

    Friday night karaoke with a supportive crowd.

    A G

  • Drinks Happy Hour

    Drinks Happy Hour 4-6pm great value.

    Dave Ryan

  • Watermelon Margaritas

    Highly recommend the watermelon margaritas and the long islands.

    Liam Anning

  • Balter EZ Hazy

    Good craft beers on tap etc, Balter EZ Hazy.

    C.GOODY

Before you head over

Key pointers on timing, seating, and walk-in karaoke to streamline your visit—reserve your spot ahead of time to lock in your table.

  • Arrive Early for Weekend Karaoke

    Karaoke kicks off around 8:00 PM on Friday and Saturday, but tables are walk-in only and cannot be reserved for the night. Arrive by 7:30 PM to claim a table and put your name on the sign-up sheet before it fills up.

  • Time Your Visit for Happy Hour

    If you are dropping in before catching an evening show or eating dinner in Chinatown, plan your visit between 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM to take advantage of the tavern's value happy hour specials.

  • Snag Outdoor Corner Seating Early

    Sidewalk seating on the corner of Hay and Dixon Streets directly faces the bustling pedestrian flow opposite Paddy's Markets. Space along the exterior wall is tight and set with stools, so claim a perch early.

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