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Willie the Boatman Brewery & Taproom

Precinct, 75, Suite 601/75 Mary St, St Peters NSW 2044, Australia

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Find Willie the Boatman Brewery & Taproom

Precinct, 75, Suite 601/75 Mary St, St Peters NSW 2044, Australia

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HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM Thursday: 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM Friday: 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM Saturday: 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM Sunday: 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Willie the Boatman Brewery & Taproom

Tucked down an industrial St Peters alleyway, this backstreet brewery pours honest craft beer behind roller garage doors. No polished taproom pretense here—just cozy booths, well-priced pints, and rows of vintage arcade cabinets where you can burn through rounds of classic games with a cold glass in hand. Locals treat it as an easygoing hideaway to shed the week's noise or host an unstuffy milestone bash, with the crew running floor logistics and vendor setups without breaking a sweat. You grab a pour, trade coins for joystick turns, and settle into the hum of a proper neighborhood warehouse.

  • Hidden Industrial Taproom: Tucked down a workshop alley, the space opens through roller garage doors into cozy booth seating and an easygoing warehouse floor.
  • Classic Arcade Cabinets: Playable vintage cabinets offer quick rounds between drinks for casual groups and retro-gaming regulars.
  • Effortless Event Hosting: Couples consistently highlight flexible drink packages and seamless coordination with external caterers and vendors.

What's On at Willie the Boatman Brewery & Taproom

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Why Choose Willie the Boatman Brewery & Taproom

From milestone weddings to casual arcade games and craft pints, see why guests choose Willie the Boatman.

  • Seamless Supplier and Event Coordination

    The team collaborates closely with external vendors and coordinates logistics so celebrations run effortlessly.

    working closely with all of our other suppliers to provide a seamless experience

    Mark Stedfut
  • Generous and Flexible Drink Packages

    Couples and hosts receive extensive, budget-conscious beverage packages designed to cater to large celebrations without hidden stress.

    The drinks package was very reasonably priced and was far more extensive than at any function I’ve ever been to.

    Ray McLachlan
  • Stress-Free Milestone Celebrations

    Warm hospitality and an easygoing can-do attitude put couples and their guests completely at ease on milestone occasions.

    From the start, they made us and all our vendors feel completely at ease.

    Olivia Masson
  • Chilled Industrial Space to Unwind

    A tucked-away workshop setting offers cozy booth seating and fresh craft beers to decompress from daily pressure.

    well-hidden brewery bar that is a super chilled place to de-stress over a few beers

    Brian L
  • Nostalgic Retro Arcade Experience

    Playable vintage arcade machines allow groups to step back in time and share nostalgic childhood memories over drinks.

    All the retro game classics are here, and we even played a few rounds. I honestly felt like a kid again

    MrTomsmith81
  • Welcoming Celebration Atmosphere

    The hospitable team fosters an approachable, personal environment where events feel authentic and connected rather than rigid.

    The venue is unique and has a great atmosphere and the team at Willie's made it feel like a celebration with friends.

    Mark Stedfut

Before you head over

Practical pointers for finding the hidden taproom, planning food, and dropping in for games

  • Navigating the Entrance

    The taproom is tucked away in an industrial area down an alleyway and accessed via roller garage doors; follow the on-site signs carefully when arriving.

  • Planning for Food

    Food options on-site can be limited or subject to availability, so consider coordinating with their recommended external caterers or checking food availability beforehand.

  • Timing Your Arcade Visit

    If visiting for casual drinks and retro arcade machines, weekends open from 12 pm until late, whereas select weekday openings start at 4 pm.

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