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The Cricketers Arms Hotel

106 Fitzroy St, Surry Hills NSW 2010, Australia

Recommended by 29 people

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106 Fitzroy St, Surry Hills NSW 2010, Australia

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HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 4:00 – 11:00 PM Wednesday: 4:00 PM – 12:00 AM Thursday: 4:00 PM – 12:00 AM Friday: 4:00 PM – 12:00 AM Saturday: 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM Sunday: 2:00 – 10:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About The Cricketers Arms Hotel

Surry Hills rarely does contrasts better than this: a lived-in corner pub downstairs and a serious French bistro quietly running upstairs. The ground floor sticks to traditional pub bones—schooners poured without fuss, a real fire crackling through winter, and live jazz pulling mid-week crowds. Upstairs, the room shifts gears entirely. Tables turn over handmade pâté en croûte, butcher-cut steak frites with wine sauce, and crisp chicken Kiev running with garlic butter beside carafes of Rhône red.

  • Split-Level Local: Cold draughts, an open wood fireplace, and free Tuesday pool on the ground floor, backed by a classic French bistro on the level above.
  • Upstairs French Bistro: Handmade pâté en croûte, steak frites, and garlic-butter chicken Kiev paired with French wines in an unfussy room.
  • Wednesday Live Jazz: Live acoustic jazz sessions every Wednesday evening draw lively midweek crowds into the front bar.
  • Courtyard Beer Garden: A leafy, dog-friendly courtyard out back offers easy breathing room away from Fitzroy Street.
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Why The Cricketers Arms Hotel Stands Out

From cold fireside schooners downstairs to authentic French bistro plates above, book your table now to experience Surry Hills' definitive local pub.

  • No-Nonsense Neighborhood Public Bar

    An unapologetically authentic front bar serving cold schooners with zero pretension and genuine local hospitality.

    this place has no excuses it is not pretending to be anything else then what it is.

    jason

  • Open Winter Fireplace and Heritage Pub Pastimes

    A traditional local layout featuring a working wood fireplace in winter, free pool, and cold beers on tap.

    Have a beer by the open fire or a French meal upstairs... Either way, it's worth the trip.

    Andrew Milwain

  • Transporting Upstairs French Dining

    A hidden second-floor dining room surprising patrons with classic, artisanal French dishes and curated regional wines.

    last night I had the best surprising culinary experience of a long time.

    Bruno Zadeh

  • Unpretentious Handcrafted Bistro Plates

    Superbly crafted French bistro classics offered at accessible pub prices in an unpretentious, comfortable space.

    A super relaxed atmosphere , great staff and super authentic French food.

    James Lawson

  • Wednesday Night Live Jazz Sessions

    A cherished midweek institution staging live jazz sessions that turn the pub into an energetic local hub.

    Wednesday nights with jazz are a highlight, making it a rare and cherished find in an era where such places are increasingly scarce.

    O Williams

  • High-Spirited Midweek Room Energy

    A buzzing midweek gathering where diverse crowds and students convene for live acoustics and communal pub atmosphere.

    Jazz night Wednesdays is off the chain, great uni student bar

    Rosemary

Signature dishes and weekly events praised by regulars.

  • Wednesday Night Live Jazz

    Wednesday nights with jazz are a highlight, making it a rare and cherished find in an era where such places are increasingly scarce.

    O Williams

  • Steak Frites

    200g 'butchers cut' at $29 was bloody perfectly done. Served with salty fries = perfect.

    Jimmy Bahns

  • Chicken Kiev

    Also the Chicken Kiev last night was pretty much the best pub meal I’ve ever had.

    Louisa

  • Cheeseburger

    Literally get the cheeseburger, it will blow your mind- how could something so simple be so delicious!?

    Shane Mulligan

Other favorites

Distinctive drinks, bistro desserts, and sides beyond the signature mains.

  • AJ Simpson

    famous for inventing the AJ Simpson (Jamison whiskey highball variation with 1/4 cloudy Apple juice, 3/4 Soda water, ice, lime wedge)

    Louisa

  • Chocolate Tart with Fruits

    a delicious chocolate tart with fruits

    Bruno Zadeh

  • House Kolsch

    including a house kolsch which hits the mark

    Michael Vanderlaan

  • Salty Fries

    Served with salty fries = perfect.

    Jimmy Bahns

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of food is served upstairs, and can you book a table?

The venue features a traditional pub downstairs and an authentic French bistro upstairs serving dishes like steak frites, terrine, and curated wines. Reservations are accepted, though walk-ins are sometimes accommodated if space allows.

When is live music hosted at the pub?

Wednesday nights feature dedicated live jazz performances in an energetic pub atmosphere, alongside a regular lineup of eclectic DJ sets and music throughout the week.

Is the beer garden dog-friendly?

Yes, the Cricketers Arms Hotel has a relaxed outdoor beer garden out back where dogs are welcome.

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