Restaurant
The Vic On The Park
2 Addison Rd, Marrickville NSW 2204, Australia
Find The Vic On The Park
2 Addison Rd, Marrickville NSW 2204, Australia
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Massive beer garden, sun-drenched tables, and an integrated basketball half-court give this Marrickville institution total backyard-party energy. Inner West regulars treat the sprawling outdoor courtyard as an open weekend living room. Kids launch jumpers at the hoop while dogs lounge beside communal picnic benches with dedicated water bowls. The kitchen backs up the chatter with double cheeseburgers, generous mixed grills, and tortilla chips layered under guacamole made with proper fresh avocado. Local craft beers flow across outdoor taps alongside lunch-special jugs, making it easy to fall into conversation with neighboring tables. Evenings ramp up with live music or DJs indoors, while spectating groups settle onto the wooden bleachers with crisp pints in hand.
- Sprawling Beer Garden & Hoops: Expansive courtyard features bleacher seating and an active basketball half-court where guests shoot hoops between rounds.
- Elevated Pub Grub: Kitchen serves loaded mixed grills, juicy double cheeseburgers, and nachos topped with fresh avocado guacamole.
- Pet-Friendly Throughout: Dogs are welcomed across both indoor spaces and the sunlit courtyard, with water stations scattered throughout.
- Lively Weekend Buzz: Weekend sessions draw energetic crowds for craft beers, live music sets, and casual communal bench dining.
What's On at The Vic On The Park
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
No events or specials listed right now.
Why Choose The Vic On The Park
Why patrons choose The Vic On The Park for relaxed outdoor gatherings, group recreation, and dog-friendly sessions.
Sprawling Courtyard with On-Site Basketball
An expansive backyard beer garden features a built-in basketball half-court where guests and kids can shoot hoops while dining and socializing.
We love going here with the kids and letting them take a ball to shoot hoops in the outdoor area whilst we enjoy a meal.
Caitlin Stewart Lively Outdoor Backyard Atmosphere
A vibrant inner-west vibe complete with live music, craft beers, and spectator benches overlooking courtyard games creates an engaging backyard party feel.
outside is more like a backyard party than a typical bar. The large outdoor area is perfect for groups.
Rose Comprehensive Dog-Friendly Venue
Full pet hospitality welcomes dogs both in the spacious courtyard and throughout indoor areas, complete with water bowls provided across the venue.
It’s super dog friendly with water bowls everywhere for the dogs on warm days & you can take them anywhere inside.
M S Court Amenities and Dedicated Spectator Seating
A built-in grandstand and outdoor court let groups hang out, order drinks from the terrace bar, and watch pickup basketball seamlessly.
plus the basketball half court and grandstand at the rear just adds a touch of something different and unique.
Steve Mavin Welcoming and Inclusive Community Mingling
An open and relaxed environment makes it effortless for locals and visitors to strike up conversations and mingle in an unpretentious communal setting.
this is one of the very few places in Sydney I feel comfortable striking up a conversation with people I don’t know.
Rose Vibrant Weekend Social Sessions
Weekend afternoons bring communal DJ sets, live music, and shared beer jugs that anchor memorable inner-west group get-togethers.
A huge courtyard with live reggae music on a Sunday late afternoon was fantabulous!
Millie W. Kwan
Most popular items
Crowd-pleasing pub classics and share plates to fuel your session
Double Cheese Burger
1x double cheese burger. Everything was delicious
rita syahni Nachos
Extra ten points for proper avo in the guac in the nachos
Caitlin Stewart Half Chicken
Fantastic half chicken which is probably enough for two people watching their weight lol.
Katherine Ho Prawn Katsu Burger
The prawn katsu burger was also fab.
Katherine Ho
Beyond the menu
Thoughtful touches and unexpected details that shape every visit to The Vic On The Park.
Courtyard Basketball Half-Court
In the expansive beer garden, patrons and kids can pick up a ball and shoot hoops on the dedicated half-court complete with spectator grandstand seating while enjoying a meal.
Comprehensive Pet Hospitality
Four-legged guests are accommodated indoors and out, with water bowls set out across the venue and dedicated events like pet photos with Santa.
Proactive Floor Support & Safety Care
Staff and managers step in swiftly to de-escalate uncomfortable situations and track down lost property of high sentimental value to ensure guest safety and ease.
Curated Live Sessions & Bar Details
Guests can enjoy live bands or Sunday DJ sessions, accompanied by thoughtful touches like freshly prepared guacamole with real avocado and hygienic drink garnishing.
Before you head over
Practical advice on court access, bar timing, and visiting with dogs
Bring a Basketball for the Court
When bringing kids along to shoot hoops in the courtyard, bring your own ball to make sure they can play without waiting on communal equipment.
Order Ahead for Happy Hour
Happy hour cutoff times are strictly enforced right down to the minute, so order early at the counter to avoid missing special pricing.
Bring Your Dog Inside or Out
Dogs are permitted both out in the beer garden and inside, with water bowls available across the venue for warm days.
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