Adelaide, it's time to don your colours! Footy season is now in full swing.
Whether you're after a spot to grab a feed with mates before the game, or to watch your team battle it out on the big screen, look no further than our guide to footy pubs in Adelaide City and North Adelaide.
Settle in with a pint, a plate of great pub grub and get ready to cheer from siren to siren!
Home Ground
With enviable riverbank views and Adelaide Oval just a short stroll over the bridge, rival supporters can agree: a visit to Home Ground is a game day must. Punters love happy hour specials and delicious food options, including juicy brisket plates, generous burgers and Japanese sesame noodle salad.
The Archer Hotel
This iconic heritage pub has lived a colourful life - including stints as a library, bank and radio station - and is now a destination on game day.
Enjoy siren-to-siren drink specials, tuck into their menu packed with pub classics, and tell your mates to meet you there.
The Strathmore
Located parallel to the Adelaide Train Station and the Riverbank Precinct Bridge is The Strathmore - so what better place to enjoy a bevvy or two before, during or after the game!
All games are live and loud on the big screen, so take advantage of their game day drink specials and satisfy those cravings with some good old fashioned pub grub.
The District at SkyCity
Boasting the biggest screen wall in the Southern Hemisphere, The District offers an unparalleled footy viewing experience. With plenty of food specials and Pirate Life brews on tap.
The Guardsman
The perfect spot to head before a game at Adelaide Oval, The Guardsman also has plenty of big screens to get the best view of the finals (plus happy hours, top notch eats and more).
Queen's Head Hotel
The oldest licensed venue in an original building in SA, the team at the Queen's Head are not just excellent publicans, but passionate supporters of local sport too.
Established in 1838, this haven for sports lovers has maintained its cosy, welcoming vibe - plus a few sleek updates - over the years. Renowned for their wood oven pizza and beer specials, it's the perfect spot to settle in for a footy game.
Cathedral Hotel
Only 350 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. The spacious spot, established in 1860, is divided into distinct areas to suit any mood, so pick your position in the dining room, one of two separate bars or the outdoor area.
The Lion Hotel
Witness all the action live on the big screen at The Lion. Relax in their light and airy beer garden and take advantage of their delicious Siren to Siren food and drinks package where your pint gets upgraded to imperial for FREE during every AFL match.
Bring the kids along to this family-friendly spot for a guaranteed good day out (even if your team doesn't pull through).
The Wellington Hotel
Located in the heart of North Adelaide, The Wellington Hotel is just a short walk from Adelaide Oval, so make sure to stake out a spot before or after the game.
With 20 beers and ciders on tap, specialty cocktails and classic pub fare, this family-owned business prides itself on exceptional service and a welcoming atmosphere.
The Stag Public House
Siren to siren specials, next-level takes on traditional pub fare and (most importantly) a big screen for your viewing pleasure, head to "The Good Pub" on the corner of Rundle Street for a great time this game day.
The General Havelock
If you find yourself in the city's South East corner, head into the trusty General Havelock for game-day fun with on-screen action and epic specials.
Harry's Bar
If you're a lover of classic sports bar style and old school hospitality, this heritage-listed venue in the heart of the city is the one for you. Take advantage of their happy hours, daily specials (we're talking $10 imperial pints on Thursdays) and satisfying pub grub.
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