The Porterhouse

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Sydney's Most Progressive Irish Pub. 

As Sydney's most progressive Irish Pub, The staff at The Porterhouse in Surry Hills are constantly striving to meet the ever changing needs of Sydneysiders.

Head to their Riley Street venue for:

- Friendly service and a chat
- A great pint
- Unrivaled atmosphere
- And of course, the "Craic"

The popular outdoor terrace is also available for pre-functions/party champagne or drinks receptions, and is warm in winter - but great for balmy summer afternoons too.

The Porterhouse boasts fantastic pub food which is reasonably priced and goes well with a pint!

With twelve years behind them and many more to come, The Porterhouse are open until midnight every night of the week.

Open every day of the year except Christmas Day.

Drop in!

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  • MandMs   75 reviews
    Definitely Irish feel here - I walked in and got instantly transported to a pub in Ireland! The decor is unmistakable. Large barrels serve as tables with various dining table settings. The street terrace is also the perfect hangout to watch street traffic roll by or a smoko. The various drinks available in the central bar included the ubiquitous Kilkenny and Guinness - try a pint or schooner. Prices are reasonable. Other Australian offerings are also available for those homesick pub goers. We were here for our Melbourne Cup drinks and it undoubtedly has the atmosphere with at least 5 TVs on the races. It was a good visit.

    6 months ago - 06/11/2012

  • simonc22  Local Star   135 reviews
    Great lunch pub! Delicous and well priced chicken schnitzel and steaks.

    11 months ago - 14/06/2012

  • beanboy  Local Star   320 reviews
    I'm no pub fan, but this place is pretty decent. Its packed on a Friday - Sunday, the drinks are cheap and the decor creates a warm feeling. The food is good and cheap.

    11 months ago - 04/06/2012

  • phillip84   7 reviews
    For pub food this place is a total winner.

    Food is so much better than most of the surrounding establishments... The menu is great. And the value is just as impressive.

    Tuesdays are great for the $10 beef and Guinness pie...

    Other nights u suggest the salmon for a super healthy option.

    Unlike most pubs, the presentation of the food is unbelievable. There is a great sense of pride in the porterhouse, it is very nice.

    The setting is traditional. And beer is a plenty!

    Well worth making a weekly dinner spot with friends!

    Do try!

    19/04/2011 via TrueLocal for iPhone

  • Brad Tee   43 reviews
    Dependable food options & good variety of beers on tap. Staff are friendly, and there's a real homely feel to the place.

    03/11/2010

  • Stoninho  Barfly   77 reviews
    Friendly service and good value for money. A typical Irish pub if you're into that kind of thing and definitely one to go to for St. Patricks Day. Personally I prefer other bars in the neighbourhood...and there's plenty to choose from.

    27/05/2010

  • John1987   20 reviews
    Excellent Beer and Very Friendly staff behind the bar. Highly Recommended

    04/01/2010

  • Sull   6 reviews
    Looks like an Irish Pub, sounds like an Irish Pub, must be an Irish Pub. Good venue to mingle with friends especially on a Sunday arvo.

    14/07/2009

  • MrT  Barfly   231 reviews
    Nice pub. The food is not cheap but of good quality, and the atmosphere of the pub is befitting an Irish pub.

    10/02/2009

  • Hayley Hutson   12 reviews
    Lovely little irish pub - great food at good prices, relaxed atmosphere, the bar staff are really friendly, its just a nice place to be!

    09/10/2008

  • flash1983   7 reviews
    without a shadow of a doubt 5 out of 5 for this. all the story's of the last 6 months that i tell people about good nights and good food have included the porter house. fantastic service at the bar. and the atmosphere is better than anywhere i have been in Sydney. if you do anything over the next couple of weeks make the porterhouse the first on the check list. thanks guys. love this place

    09/10/2008

  • Harry38   22 reviews
    This is not your average pub food. They do excellent for for an average to high price for a pub, however you wouldn't be upset getting it served in a decent restaurant. They deserve good reviews for their consistently good food. Great atmosphere also.

    17/09/2008

  • Jeeves   4 reviews
    Great food here - big servings so either share or make sure you are hungry! Meals seem a bit expensive for pub food, but the serving size makes up for it. Service on the bar is a bit slow so be prepared to wait a little bit for a drink although food service is quite good.

    05/09/2008

  • Phicus   38 reviews
    Bad news guys. The Guiness tastes very average here as though you are chewing on a copper pipe. The decor is a little fake (fake dust etc) and, the service is terrible. It is not like the bar is packed and, there is no one at the bar but I saw 3 bar staff. One was sitting chatting to friends on the other side of the bar most of the time I was there and, the other 2 were rarely there. Then when it came time to pay the bill I was expected to pay for mine and, someone elses that I didnt know. Maybe I got them on a bad day but, considering the lack of patronage and, the unengaging manner of their staff it seems like this all the time.

    30/07/2008

  • GBX   8 reviews
    This is a pretty average pub, nothing too exceptional or outstanding. The food is reasonably good but has dropped in my estimation. Not bad for watching sport and a quick pint.

    11/07/2008

  • lisahari  Barfly   444 reviews
    Good pub, good food, good value for money. Servings tend to be very big, so be sure not to have greedy eyes.

    19/06/2008

  • jemjessie  Barfly   402 reviews
    Great Irish Fare and a good selection of traditional Irish beers!

    10/06/2008

  • Steve   15 reviews
    Good pint of Guinness, good pub grub, nice friendly atmosphere

    04/06/2008

  • gshakes   16 reviews
    Excellent place to dine. The service is fantastic. Food is excellent. Try their Shepperd's pie (thats one big portion I've ever come across away from Ireland).

    04/04/2008

  • Monday:
    11:00 AM-12:00 AM
  • Tuesday:
    11:00 AM-12:00 AM
  • Wednesday:
    11:00 AM-12:00 AM
  • Thursday:
    11:00 AM-12:00 AM
  • Friday:
    11:00 AM-12:00 AM
  • Saturday:
    10:00 AM-12:00 AM
  • Sunday:
    12:00 PM-12:00 AM

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Birthday Parties Christmas Parties Business Functions Wedding Receptions

Family friendly

Yes

Features

Take Away Counter Sales Live Sports Broadcasts Darts Smoking Area ATM Bottle Shop

Drinks

Wine Imported Beer Cocktails Imported Beer on Tap Spirits Champagne Beer on Tap

Accommodation

Yes

Disabled Facilities

Wheel Chair Access

FoxSports

Licensed FoxSports Broadcaster

Food

Dinner Lunch Pub Meals

Type

Sports Bar Gay/Lesbian Friendly

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