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The Welcome Hotel

91 Evans St, Rozelle NSW 2039, Australia

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91 Evans St, Rozelle NSW 2039, Australia

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HoursMonday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM Tuesday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM Wednesday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM Thursday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM 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 Welcome Hotel

Tucked off the main drag in Rozelle, this poker-machine-free corner pub pairs serious kitchen craft with easy neighbourhood warmth. Regulars routinely point to the front bar for an afternoon schooner of White Bay with the game on screen, but the plates carry real ambition. Counter orders bypass standard pub feeds for whipped bottarga, rich paté, and beef shin croquettes draped in Welsh rarebit sauce. Come Sunday, towering Yorkshire puddings, cauliflower cheese, and tender slices of pork belly or rump cap in sticky jus take over the tables—equally welcome in the dining room or out in the leafy dog-friendly beer garden.

  • Generous Sunday Roasts: Serves pork belly and tender rump cap alongside crisp potatoes, cauliflower cheese, and Yorkshire puddings.
  • Local Craft Taps: Rotating taps pour independent beers from brewers like White Bay, poured at a deep front bar without poker machines.
  • Dog-Friendly Beer Garden: A dedicated outdoor garden area welcomes four-legged companions for casual pints and group dining.
  • Adventurous Kitchen Fare: Small plates span beef shin croquettes with Welsh rarebit sauce, house paté, and whipped bottarga.

What's On at The Welcome Hotel

Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.

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Why Choose The Welcome Hotel

Why locals and visitors choose The Welcome Hotel for Sunday roasts, gatherings, and relaxed drinks

  • Elevated Traditional Sunday Roasts

    The kitchen serves a generous Sunday roast featuring pork belly with crackling, medium rare rump cap, Yorkshire pudding, and seasonal sides.

    medium rare slices of tender rump cap with delicious gravy, yorkie and assortment of veggies, he had melt in your mouth pork with crackling.

    Joanna K
  • Refined Pub Cooking & Sharers

    Beyond everyday counter fare, the pub serves elevated dishes such as beef shin croquettes with Welsh rarebit and high-standard fish and chips.

    The croquettes in particular were to die for, and the chips were the best I've had in a very long time.

    Andrew Jones
  • Dog-Friendly Garden & Courtyard

    A dedicated beer garden and outdoor spaces openly accommodate guests visiting alongside their dogs.

    Dogs are not just welcome but encouraged.

    Brent Winter
  • Traditional Machine-Free Neighbourhood Setting

    A neighbourhood pub environment preserved without poker machines, offering a classic community gathering space.

    One of the main reasons we were initially recommended to this place apart from the food was that it does not have poker machines.

    Rhonda T
  • Coordinated Group & Event Celebrations

    Private and semi-private indoor and outdoor spaces accommodate family gatherings, birthdays, and parties with tailored coordination.

    A group of 15 of us went for an amazing Christmas in July dinner. The food was sensational, service wonderful and overall a great experience.

    Chloe Walton
  • Warm Welcome for Community Groups

    Welcoming post-activity groups and community gatherings with shared seating and an extensive craft tap list.

    The Rozelle run club come here every Wednesday night for post run beers. They always welcome us in and serve us with a smile.

    Jamie Haffey

Other favorites

Entrees, bar bites, and counter specials

  • Beef shin croquettes

    The croquettes in particular were to die for

    Andrew Jones
  • Chips with bearnaise sauce

    the chips were the best I've had in a very long time

    Andrew Jones
  • Brisket burger

    a brisket burger that was sweet, juicy and paired with cucumber pickles and mustard mayo

    Jonathan McFeat
  • White anchovy toast

    We had the special of white anchovy toast w salsa verde and crudo for entree. Both delicious. In fact i normally hate anything anchovy but this has changed my mind.

    Kylie Peake

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality and distinct service touches experienced at The Welcome Hotel

  • Dedicated Private Event Coordination

    For milestone gatherings, event coordinator Kylie tailors floor plans, arranges dedicated video and photo displays on a large screen, and reserves follow-on tables in the beer garden so celebrations can transition smoothly.

  • Thoughtful Hospitality for Multi-Generational Guests

    The team provides tea and coffee service to accommodate elder guests during private gatherings and family celebrations.

  • Pet-Welcoming Courtyard Dining

    The outdoor courtyard welcomes four-legged family members, pairing open-air seating with an environment where pets are warmly embraced rather than merely tolerated.

  • Neighbourhood Welcoming Gestures

    Staff accommodate late-arriving neighbourhood patrons with genuine warmth, even offering local beer pours and sharing venue history when winding down service.

Before you head over

Practical tips on reservations, outdoor seating, and pub atmosphere

  • Book Ahead for Sunday Lunch

    Sunday lunch is the venue's busiest service for its popular roasts; advance table reservations help large groups dine smoothly together without delays.

  • Bring Dogs to the Beer Garden

    Four-legged companions are warmly welcomed in the outdoor beer garden and patio spaces, making it ideal for casual drinks with pets.

  • Enjoy a Pokies-Free Setting

    Unlike many suburban venues, this traditional corner pub operates without poker machines, offering a peaceful environment across its front bar and patio.

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