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The Terminus Pyrmont

61 Harris St, Pyrmont NSW 2009, Australia

Recommended by 45 people

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61 Harris St, Pyrmont NSW 2009, Australia

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+61 2 9171 5735
HoursMonday: 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM Tuesday: 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM Wednesday: 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM Thursday: 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM Friday: 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM Saturday: 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM Sunday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About The Terminus Pyrmont

Revived from its 1841 roots, this heritage Pyrmont pub pairs serious culinary ambition with an easygoing, pokies-free neighborhood charm. Regulars bypass standard pub grub for braised beef cheeks, seared tuna, and beef fat fries—dishes backed by genuine technique rather than tavern shortcuts. Upstairs, dedicated event coordinators pace private milestone celebrations across separate dining rooms. Down below, dogs stretch out in the courtyard beer garden beside a glowing winter fire pit, accompanied by house brews and warm cinnamon donuts with chocolate sauce.

  • Pokies-Free Heritage Pub: Operates strictly free of poker machines and rowdy gaming crowds, keeping the focus entirely on heritage dining and community atmosphere.
  • Upstairs Milestone Functions: Dedicated second-floor rooms offer seamless event coordination, tailored menus, and well-paced catering for private milestones and weddings.
  • Dog-Friendly Courtyard & Fire Pit: Welcomes pets in a relaxed outdoor courtyard complete with an open fire pit for cooler evenings.
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Why Guests Choose The Terminus Pyrmont

Discover why locals choose The Terminus Pyrmont for private milestones, elevated pub dining, and relaxed courtyard gatherings.

  • Seamless Milestone Celebrations

    Dedicated upstairs coordination and attentive floor staff manage milestone celebrations from start to finish, keeping proceedings stress-free and food service impeccably paced.

    From the initial booking through to organising the food and drinks, the process was seamless.

    Daniel Sgroi

  • Stress-Free Wedding Receptions

    Couples and event hosts can rely on patient planning, smooth setup, and attentive staff who genuinely help uncover cost efficiencies rather than forcing upcharges.

    They helped us to find some efficiencies in our wedding which was a surprise. Everyone else tried to get us to spend more money.

    John Seeds

  • Chef-Driven Gastropub Dining

    The kitchen delivers refined dishes showcasing fine-dining caliber technique, generous share plates, and house brews at unpretentious neighborhood pub prices.

    We're talking fine dining technique, gorgeous plating, flavours that would hold their own at any top Japanese-inspired restaurant in Sydney.

    Priscilla Alvarez

  • Exceptional Share-Plate Feasts

    Carefully curated menus feature standout share plates like Riverine rib eye and slow-cooked lamb shoulder alongside exceptional tap beers and wine selections.

    Lamb shoulder and Riverine 1kg Rib eye. Each of these dishes where share plates for 2. Both meals could not be faulted.

    Melinda Cassar

  • Dog-Friendly Courtyard With Fire Pit

    Guests unwind in a sun-filled, dog-friendly outdoor beer garden that stays cozy across all seasons with a dedicated winter fire pit.

    Excellent food, service and now a glorious fire pit for those cold winter nights.

    AB (AB)

  • Pokies-Free Heritage Charm

    A thoughtfully restored heritage setting entirely free of poker machines and rowdy gambling crowds creates a relaxed, community-focused gathering space.

    Great Sydney pub, no pokies or rowdy crowds- just old school quality service, great food, great atmosphere and dog friendly beer garden.

    Heidi Leadley

Signature gastropub mains favored by locals and visitors

  • Chicken Schnitzel

    schnitzel (the crunch was crazy!)

    Heidi Leadley

  • Steak

    The steak is top notch

    Squidy

  • Beef Cheeks

    the beef cheeks alone are worth the visit

    Brad Watts

  • Poke Bowl

    poke bowls and schnitzel

    karen goldhawk

Other favorites

Sides, starters, and sweets to complement your table

  • Beef Fat Fries

    Beef Fat Fries

    Priscilla Alvarez

  • Burrata Flatbread

    yummilicious Burrata Flatbread

    Dianne T

  • Yorkshire pudding

    The Yorkshire pudding was one of the best I ever had.

    Frits Coenen

  • cinnamon donuts

    the large cinnamon donuts are warm and served with chocolate sauce. These are a must order.

    Sarah charles (Thewhereto)

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality details and event coordination that make every visit memorable

  • Local Cake Coordination for Celebrations

    For impromptu ceremonies and receptions, the team stepped in to liaise with a local bakery to source a celebration cake, keeping party planning seamless and stress-free.

  • Milestone Cake Presentation and Media Capture

    For milestone celebrations, staff captured photos and video of the cake cutting and handled full cake serving for the guests.

  • Courtyard Fire Pit for Cold Winter Nights

    The courtyard beer garden is outfitted with an open fire pit to keep guests warm and cozy during chilly winter evenings.

  • Pre-Event Storage and Flexible Post-Wedding Pickup

    Event coordinators accommodated early storage of wedding essentials before the day and arranged flexible item collection afterwards.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are dogs allowed at the pub?

Yes, dogs are welcome in the outdoor courtyard beer garden.

Can you host private events or celebrations here?

The venue offers a dedicated upstairs function area and private dining spaces for events like birthdays and wedding receptions, with staff assisting on planning and setup. Reservations are accepted.

What style of food does the kitchen serve?

Beyond standard pub fare, the kitchen serves elevated options such as braised beef cheeks, seared tuna, wagyu steak, market fish, and beef fat fries alongside classic schnitzels and roasts.

Is the accommodation wheelchair accessible?

Most guest rooms and shared facilities are up a narrow staircase without an elevator, though ground-floor accessible room accommodation is available.

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