Looking for somewhere to gear up for the game or celebrate your team's win? Look no further than Experience Adelaide's guide to footy pubs in the city. There's a host of pubs across the CBD and North Adelaide where you can enjoy the AFL Gather Round festivities whether you're heading to Adelaide Oval or cheering on your team from afar.
Queen's Head Hotel
You know a pub is doing something well when it’s the oldest licensed venue in an original building in the State. Established in 1838, the Queen's Head has maintained its cosy, welcoming vibe with a few sleek updates over the years and is renowned for their wood oven pizza and beer specials, making it a great place to settle in this AFL Gather Round weekend.
Cathedral Hotel
Only 400 metres from Adelaide Oval, this historic pub is only a stone's throw away from all the action. The Cathedral Hotel know a thing or two about beer, taking out the Draught Beer Quality Award at the Australian Hotels Association SA Awards for Excellence. The spacious spot, established in 1860, is divided into distinct areas to suit any mood so pick your possie in the dining room, one of two separate bars or the outdoor area.
The Lion Hotel
The Lion Hotel loves its footy and is always up for a party which is why the pub is closing off its carpark for an epic AFL Gather Round Block Party. Expect non-stop footy action, delicious food and drink, live entertainment and meet-and-greets with some AFL legends throughout the weekend.
The Strathmore
Located parallel to the Adelaide Train Station and The Riverbank Precinct Bridge is The Strathmore and what better place to enjoy a bevvy or two before, during or after the game. Quench your thirst with a range of tap beers available and satisfy those cravings with some good old fashioned pub grub.
The Stag
The Stag is gearing up for the AFL Gather Round with siren to siren specials to quench your thirst and tame your hunger as you watch the nail biting action live on the big screen.
The General Havelock
If you find yourself in the city's Southeast corner this AFL Gather Round weekend, head into the trusty General Havelock for all the game-day festivities with on-screen action and epic footy specials.
Mismatch Brewing Co
Gather round at Mismatch Brewing Co for live screening of all games and food and drink specials to keep you kicking on well after the game's over.