Restaurant
The London Hotel
234 Darling St, Balmain NSW 2041, Australia
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234 Darling St, Balmain NSW 2041, Australia
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Balmain’s pub scene is notoriously competitive, but this Peninsula stalwart commands Darling Street with heritage sandstone and zero pokies. Grab a stool out front or scramble upstairs to the veranda for distant Harbour Bridge glimpses. Regulars pack the tables on Sundays for hefty cuts of beef, pork, and ham, washed down with an icy Reschs on tap or affordable Australian sparkling. Dogs lounge beside stools at the main bar while live acoustic sets ring through the courtyard. Just make sure to order the chips drenched in curry sauce.
- Benchmark Sunday Roasts: Sundays center on generous portions of pork, beef, and ham served alongside chips and rich curry sauce.
- Heritage Veranda & Views: Historic sandstone architecture with prime veranda perches looking out toward the Harbour Bridge.
- No Electronic Gaming: A community-first drinking pub dedicated entirely to social dining and conversation with zero poker machines.
- Dog-Welcoming Atmosphere: Four-legged companions are welcomed across both the sunny street terrace and indoor bar areas.
What's On at The London Hotel
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
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Why Choose The London Hotel
Discover why Balmain locals and visitors make The London Hotel their destination for Sunday roasts, dog-friendly drinks, and classic pub charm.
Sydney-Renowned Sunday Roasts
Locals and visitors flock to the pub on Sundays for top-rated roast beef, pork, and ham served alongside reasonably priced wines and classic taps.
Great Sunday roast at the London, possibly my favourite in Sydney to date. The ham was delicious as was the pork.
Jordan Jalalaty Pokie-Free Pub Dining
By deliberately operating without poker machines or gaming lounges, the venue preserves a pure pub setting tailored around dining, conversation, and drinks.
Also, and this is the true cherry on the cake, no pokies!!!!
nicholas quinn Dog-Friendly Socializing
Four-legged companions are warmly welcomed inside and out, allowing patrons to settle in at the bar or streetfront without leaving pets behind.
The fact that it is dog friendly is a massive bonus.
Sean Cowmey Balcony & Heritage Streetfront Views
Restored sandstone and timber architecture paired with elevated balcony seating offers an ideal open-air vantage point to watch Balmain life unfold.
The balcony is a nice quiet outdoor spot to enjoy a beer or wine and watch the world go by
World Foodie Cosy Midweek Pub Entertainment
A hearty comfort food menu, cider on tap, and bustling Wednesday trivia nights recreate the authentic warmth of an English local.
Great cosy meal at The London for their Wednesday pub quiz.
Amy Leard Relaxed, Worry-Free Ambience
The unpretentious, friendly atmosphere and classic hospitality let visitors unwind effortlessly for hours at a time.
Definitely the kind of place where you can enjoy a few hours at a time and watch you worried drain away.
Bojan Kovacevic
Most popular items
Beloved classics and pub favourites praised by Balmain locals
Sunday roast
standout for me is their steaks & the Sunday roast - which is seriously excellent
Simon Steak
We went on a Thursday night for steak night - great value and delicious! Steak cooked medium rare, as I like it.
Tash Percy Fish and chips
We ordered their fish and chips which came with mushy peas and tartar sauce
Amy Leard Beef wellington
decided for dinner also and the beef wellington was on point 👌🏼
Rhiannon S
Before you head over
Practical advice on bookings, seating, and visiting with dogs
Book ahead for Sunday lunch
Sunday roast and weekend lunches draw heavy crowds, making advance reservations essential over the phone to secure dining tables.
Head to the bar with dogs
When dining with your dog during busy peak hours, you can pull up a seat at the bar with your pet resting comfortably at your feet.
Reserve early for trivia nights
Wednesday pub quiz nights fill up quickly with diners and teams, so reserve early if you plan to eat dinner during trivia.
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