Courthouse Hotel

Sun-drenched beer garden. Cold craft brews. Pure, unfiltered Newtown energy. The Courthouse Hotel—affectionately dubbed the "Courty"—is the definitive Inner West anchor. Forget pretentious dining; this is about community warmth and classic, no-fuss pub grub. Sydney's weekend crowd treats this leafy backyard as their second living room, drawn by an atmosphere that’s fiercely relaxed. Staff here don't just pour drinks. They learn your name, wave from across Australia Street, and keep a stash of dog biscuits ready for every four-legged mate. Grab a hearty schnitty, catch the Swans game, or ask the bar for a "Jemima Special"—a cheeky Hard Solo splashed with grenadine. Casual, vibrant, and perfectly unrefined.