Based on 2017–2018 NSW alcohol-related violence data, The Ivy in Sydney was identified as having the highest number of assault incidents, with 19 reported cases. The Coast Hotel in Coffs Harbour was ranked as the most violent in regional NSW, reporting 17 to 19 incidents, including drug use and drunkenness.
The Pier Hotel, once crowned the “WORLD'S TOUGHEST PUB,” is set to be demolished to make way for a family-friendly park. Located 1,627 km north of Perth in Port Hedland, this pub was infamous for its chaotic past. Urban legend even claims it once held the record for the most stabbings in a single night.
Australia's most haunted pub rises again with an eclectic street-wide menu. The historic North Kapunda Hotel has reopened after almost a year of closure, with new owners beginning an ambitious restoration that puts heritage and community at the centre of the revival.
The Birdsville Hotel is quintessentially Australian, and arguably the country's most legendary outback pub. Established in 1884, these sandstone walls have been housing guests bouncing along Queensland's dusty outback tracks for over 130 years.
The biggest pub in Australia is widely considered to be The Camfield in Perth, located at Optus Stadium, known for its massive capacity (over 2,000 patrons), five bars, microbrewery, and 175 beer taps, serving as a major destination for events and sports fans.
The Hope and Anchor Tavern in Hobart, Tasmania, established in 1807 as The Whale Fishery, claims Australia's oldest continuously licensed pub title, despite some brief closures, with its license never expiring, making it a significant historic venue. Other contenders for historical pubs include the Macquarie Arms Hotel (1815) as Australia's oldest mainland pub and the Fortune of War (1828) as Sydney's oldest, though the Hope & Anchor's 1807 license is generally recognized as the earliest.
Standing at just 144cm x 134cm the bar of the Oasis Roadhouse at Lynd Junction, Nth QLD is the smallest in Australia.
The most expensive pub in Australia by sale price is the Crossroads Hotel in Casula, Sydney, which sold for a record $160 million in April 2022, while The Oaks Hotel in Neutral Bay was reportedly sold for around $175 million in early 2023, potentially making it Australia's most valuable by estimated worth at the time, though these figures reflect transactions and valuations rather than everyday drink prices.
The number one bar in the world for 2025, according to The World's 50 Best Bars, is Bar Leone in Hong Kong, known for its commitment to hospitality and classic Italian-inspired cocktails, topping a list that recognizes global cocktail excellence. It's followed by Handshake Speakeasy (Mexico City) at #2 and Sips (Barcelona) at #3, with the awards celebrating diverse cocktail culture worldwide.
The number one selling beer depends on the region: globally, it's often Snow Beer (China) due to sheer volume, while in the U.S., Michelob Ultra is a top seller, and in Australia, Great Northern Super Crisp has held the top spot for several years. These figures reflect different markets, with Chinese sales driven by population, U.S. sales by health trends (Michelob Ultra), and Australian sales by mid-strength preferences (Great Northern).
Australia's loneliest pub is often considered the William Creek Hotel in South Australia, located in the vast outback on the Oodnadatta Track and known for its extreme isolation and status as an iconic remote watering hole, though other contenders for remoteness or "loneliness" include the Betoota Hotel (a pub without a town) and pubs like the Birdsville Hotel or Daly Waters Pub.
While several towns vie for the title, Picton (NSW) and Kapunda (SA) are frequently cited as Australia's spookiest, with Picton known for its haunted Mushroom Tunnel and Kapunda for its notorious North Kapunda Hotel and mining history, both featuring numerous ghost stories and paranormal claims. Other contenders include Beechworth (VIC) for its asylum and gaol, and eerie spots like Tasmania's Queenstown, noted for its unsettling atmosphere.
Bruce Springsteen's favorite bar, especially when in Dublin, is The Long Hall, an iconic Victorian pub on South Great George's Street, where they even keep a special bottle of his whiskey behind the bar for his visits. He's a frequent visitor to this historic spot, known for its classic ambiance, excellent beer, and friendly atmosphere, and has been seen there on multiple trips to Ireland.
Mungallala Methodist Church was built in 1964. It has now closed. In 2016, the Australian Taxation Office listed Mungallala as having the lowest mean taxable income by postcode, making it the poorest town in Australia, which led the ABC to do a documentary on the town for their online "storyhunters" program.
According to the latest National Homicide Monitoring Program report (July 2024 – June 2025), Australia saw a total of 277 homicides. Queensland had the highest number, with 111 victims, and Victoria wasn't far behind with 88 victims.
A “skimpy” is a barmaid who pours pints in lingerie in WA's mining towns. Usually it's a fly-in fly-out job, attracting women from all over Australia and beyond. They sign up to agencies, which send them out on a circuit, moving towns every few weeks.
Johnny Depp's rumored favorite bar is the Evil Eye Lounge & Gin Shop in York, England, a quirky speakeasy known for its extensive gin collection and eccentric cocktails, which he allegedly discovered while filming nearby and has visited frequently, especially when performing in the UK.
If you've been running a tab throughout the night, it's customary to tip 15-20% of your total bill when closing out. This is similar to tipping at a restaurant. However, if you've been tipping per drink throughout the night, you can adjust this percentage slightly.
Probably the most exclusive pub in the world, the amazing Keys is inside the grounds of the Tower of London and it's the private pub for the ~35 Yeoman Warders who guard this historic landmark, which is one of Tripadvisor's top experiences in 2025.
The Hope & Anchor Tavern in Hobart, Tasmania, generally holds the title as Australia's oldest continuously licensed pub, established in 1807 as "The Whale Fishery," though its status is sometimes debated due to brief closures, with its license being maintained throughout. It's a historic establishment, offering food and drinks with a rich history tied to early colonial Hobart, including its famous smuggling tales and famous patrons.
The richest suburb in Australia, based on average taxable income, is often Double Bay, NSW (postcode 2028), known as "Double Pay," followed closely by Sydney's Eastern Suburbs and Perth's affluent western areas like Cottesloe and Peppermint Grove (6011). Other top contenders for wealth and high property values include Point Piper, Bellevue Hill, Vaucluse, Toorak (VIC), and Palm Beach (NSW), featuring high-end homes and luxury lifestyles.
While there's no single "most" iconic pub, Australia's outback pubs like the Birdsville Hotel (legendary outback experience) and Silverton Hotel (famous filming location) are top contenders, alongside historic city pubs like Sydney's Fortune of War, but the title often goes to the Birdsville Hotel for embodying the quintessential remote Aussie pub spirit, especially for 4x4 enthusiasts.
Ed Sheeran owns a private pub at his Suffolk estate called The Lancaster Lock, named after his mother and wife's maiden names, and also co-owns a public bar in London called Bertie Blossoms with his manager, which is more of a gastro-pub and restaurant. He's also created themed pop-up pubs, like "The Old Phone Pub," for events.
While there isn't one single owner with the absolute most pubs nationwide, Australian Venue Co (AVC) operates the largest portfolio of venues (over 200 pubs, bars, and restaurants). In terms of individual publicans, Justin Hemmes (Merivale) is a major player in Sydney, while the Laundy family, the Solomon family, and Bruce Mathieson/Tomsic (PubCo/Mathieson stake) are also significant forces in the industry, though some control large estates via property or stakes rather than direct single ownership of every pub.
This tiny pub on the corner of two alleys is believed to be unique in the City of London as the sole example of what is sometimes described as a 'slum pub' – in other words, a licensed premises converted from a private house.