Courthouse Hotel

bar

A local pub on Oxford Street serving schnitzels and screening the footy, with a relaxed crowd and decent counter meals seven days a week.

4.0

(402 reviews)$Google

Happy Hour Deals

Happy Hour

$6.00 beer
$6.00 wine
$6.00 spirits

Every Day

5:00pm – 7:00pm

Best For

BarLive MusicOutdoor SeatingTakes Reservations

189 Oxford St, Darlinghurst 2010

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Opening Hours

Monday10am – 2am

Tuesday10am – 2am

Wednesday10am – 2am

ThursdayToday10am – 2am

Friday10am – 4am

Saturday10am – 4am

Sunday10am – 2am

The Vibe

Sports bar energy: Multiple screens with Foxtel keep the games rolling while cold drinks flow from the bar. The energy picks up during match times, creating that communal viewing atmosphere where strangers become temporary teammates over a contested try.
Inclusive crowd: The mix leans towards locals and regulars who appreciate the unpretentious approach - groups settling in for dinner, couples grabbing a quick drink and solo visitors comfortable propping up the bar during quieter periods.
Oxford Street position: Set on the strip between Taylor Square and the hospital, it draws from both the late-night crowd heading deeper into Darlinghurst and those looking for something more relaxed than the high-energy venues further east.

What People Love

Classic pub grub: The chicken schnitzel and fish and chips keep people coming back - proper counter meal portions without trying to reinvent the wheel. The beef burger and 250-gram rump steak round out the hearty options, while the falafel burger offers something for plant-based diners.
Extended kitchen hours: Food runs until 8pm Sunday through Wednesday and 9:30pm Thursday to Saturday, making it a solid dinner option when other kitchens are closing.
Good value approach: The focus stays on cold drinks and honest pricing rather than craft cocktails or premium pours, fitting the neighbourhood's mix of locals and visitors who want decent food and drink without the markup.

The Neighbourhood

Oxford Street anchor: Positioned on one of Darlinghurst's main arteries, it sits in the stretch between the Kings Cross end and Taylor Square, making it accessible from both Museum and Kings Cross stations within a ten-minute walk.
Local pub role: While much of Oxford Street tilts towards late-night venues and clubs, Courthouse holds down the sports bar corner - the place for a proper meal and a few drinks before the night gets serious or after it winds down.
Neighbourhood mix: The surrounding blocks blend residential terraces with medical facilities near St Vincent's Hospital, creating a crowd that ranges from locals grabbing dinner to shift workers needing a beer after long hours.

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The Vibe

Sports bar energy: Multiple screens with Foxtel keep the games rolling while cold drinks flow from the bar. The energy picks up during match times, creating that communal viewing atmosphere where strangers become temporary teammates over a contested try.

Inclusive crowd: The mix leans towards locals and regulars who appreciate the unpretentious approach - groups settling in for dinner, couples grabbing a quick drink and solo visitors comfortable propping up the bar during quieter periods.

Oxford Street position: Set on the strip between Taylor Square and the hospital, it draws from both the late-night crowd heading deeper into Darlinghurst and those looking for something more relaxed than the high-energy venues further east.

What People Love

Classic pub grub: The chicken schnitzel and fish and chips keep people coming back - proper counter meal portions without trying to reinvent the wheel. The beef burger and 250-gram rump steak round out the hearty options, while the falafel burger offers something for plant-based diners.

Extended kitchen hours: Food runs until 8pm Sunday through Wednesday and 9:30pm Thursday to Saturday, making it a solid dinner option when other kitchens are closing.

Good value approach: The focus stays on cold drinks and honest pricing rather than craft cocktails or premium pours, fitting the neighbourhood's mix of locals and visitors who want decent food and drink without the markup.

The Neighbourhood

Oxford Street anchor: Positioned on one of Darlinghurst's main arteries, it sits in the stretch between the Kings Cross end and Taylor Square, making it accessible from both Museum and Kings Cross stations within a ten-minute walk.

Local pub role: While much of Oxford Street tilts towards late-night venues and clubs, Courthouse holds down the sports bar corner - the place for a proper meal and a few drinks before the night gets serious or after it winds down.

Neighbourhood mix: The surrounding blocks blend residential terraces with medical facilities near St Vincent's Hospital, creating a crowd that ranges from locals grabbing dinner to shift workers needing a beer after long hours.