Crown & Anchor Hotel

Ask any seasoned Adelaide gig-goer where the night truly begins—the answer is always 'The Cranker.' An undisputed heavyweight in the city's pub holy trinity alongside the Austral and Exeter. Unapologetic dive bar perfection. Think a gloriously gritty front bar, the sharp clack of the pool tables, and one of the most electric band rooms in town for sweaty, high-octane local sets. The city's alternative crowd anchors this spot, drawn by a killer, laid-back vibe and icy schooners of Coopers pouring fast. Catch live Delta Blues during the Sunday 5-to-8 happy hour, maybe some stand-up comedy, then head upstairs for a massive spaghetti feed. Pure, unfiltered Aussie pub culture.