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Garry Owen Hotel

778 Darling St, Rozelle NSW 2039, Australia

Recommended by 78 people

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778 Darling St, Rozelle NSW 2039, Australia

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+61 2 9810 1082
HoursMonday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM Thursday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM Friday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM Saturday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM Sunday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Garry Owen Hotel

An unpretentious Rozelle corner pub where wallet-friendly counter meals meet weeknight jazz and an unexpected Balkan bistro menu. Settle into the back dining room for a classic schnitzel or house-made sarma, then carry a cold lager upstairs to the veranda as the sun drops.

  • Balkan Bistro Fare: Features hearty Eastern European dishes like traditional sarma alongside classic burgers and steaks.
  • Midweek Live Jazz: Hosts live acoustic jazz sets in the dining room and bar on weeknights.
  • Elevated Veranda Lounge: Upstairs cocktail space opens onto an outdoor veranda overlooking the surrounding streets and city skyline.
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Why Choose Garry Owen Hotel

Discover why locals and visitors choose Garry Owen Hotel for dinners, live jazz, and matchday gatherings.

  • Generous Family Dining Value

    The kitchen delivers well-prepared, generous bistro favourites at prices designed to keep family dinners affordable and stress-free.

    The Gary Owen Hotel is hands-down one of the best spots we've found for a family dinner without breaking the bank.

    Paul Irwin

  • Distinctive Balkan Dishes

    Alongside standard pub options, the menu surprises patrons with authentic Eastern European selections like sarma.

    Great Balkan food, friendly service, had one of my favourite dishes, sarma, was delicious.

    Sandra Magaz

  • Intimate Live Jazz Sets

    Patrons enjoy intimate weeknight sets featuring talented live musicians that elevate an ordinary pub dinner into an event.

    A wonderfully intimate venue with really, really talented jazz musos. Amazing! Thursday night at the Gary Owen is the place to be.

    Paul Gwilym

  • Veranda Views & Cocktail Lounge

    The upstairs floor features a dedicated weekend cocktail bar with open-air veranda seating and impressive city skyline views.

    Upstairs has another bar that opens Friday and Saturday nights for cocktails as well as your normal beverages relaxed lounge feel with ultimate city views

    Ben Husband

  • Pre-Match Dining for Game Days

    Conveniently positioned for game days, the venue warmly welcomes sports fans for a hearty, prompt feed before kickoff.

    Went to Leichhardt Oval for a game and had dinner at the pub beforehand. New team and menu at the restaurant. Food was excellent!

    Julia Wakeling

  • Welcoming Walk-In Matchday Hospitality

    Accommodating staff ensure quick seatings, accommodating busy crowds even right before opening on major matchdays.

    Popped in before the sold out game at Leichhardt today 20 minutes before midday and open time and without a reservation and the chef said we could take a seat.

    Felice Carlino

Generous, classic pub favorites and specialty dishes from the bistro

  • Steak

    Gr8 steak at gr8 price

    Kimbo

  • Chicken Schnitzel

    Monday Tuesday night Chicken schnitzel @ $12 including a Beer !

    Col carpenter

  • Fried Chicken Burger

    The fried chicken burger was huge and loved the special sauce.

    Julia Wakeling

  • Sarma

    had one of my favourite dishes, sarma, was delicious.

    Sandra Magaz

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality touches that elevate visits to the Garry Owen Hotel

  • Dedicated Dietary & Coeliac Care

    Staff and the kitchen accommodate complex dietary requirements by offering bespoke alternatives and taking active care to prevent contamination for coeliac guests.

  • Early Seating for Game-Day Visitors

    Patrons arriving early before official opening hours ahead of nearby matches are warmly accommodated and seated rather than turned away.

  • Attentive Care for Kids

    Staff offer attentive, accommodating service tailored to make young diners feel welcome and comfortable during family dinners.

  • Intimate Weeknight Live Jazz

    Weeknight diners are treated to live jazz sessions by talented local musicians in an intimate setting.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there live music at the Garry Owen Hotel?

Yes, the pub features live music performances, including jazz nights on Thursdays and Mondays that visitors highlight as an intimate highlight alongside dinner.

Can the kitchen accommodate dietary restrictions like coeliac or vegan diets?

Yes, the kitchen can accommodate varied dietary preferences, including coeliac, vegan, and pescatarian requirements, with staff and the chef taking care to avoid gluten contamination.

What kind of food is served at the bistro?

In addition to classic pub favourites like steaks, schnitzels, and burgers, the bistro menu includes unexpected Serbian and Balkan dishes like sarma.

Is there outdoor seating or a balcony space?

Alongside indoor seating and the front bar, the venue offers an upstairs veranda and balcony with city views, which opens Friday and Saturday nights with its own lounge bar.

Do you need a reservation to dine?

Yes, the venue accepts reservations, though walk-in guests before match events at Leichhardt Oval have been accommodated without a booking when space permits.

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