The Montague Hotel

pub

A reborn Marrickville icon combining a classic sports bar downstairs with Harriet's cocktail bar upstairs, serving fire-cooked pub classics and cold schooners to locals who treat every day like match day.

4.2

(58 reviews)Google

Happy Hour Deals

Happy Hour

$6.50 house schooners, $6.50 house wines

Monday – Friday

4:00pm – 6:00pm

Happy Hour

2 for $20 spritz

Friday – Saturday

9:00pm – 11:00pm

Best For

PubTakes ReservationsWheelchair AccessibleBar Food

252-254 Illawarra Road, Marrickville 2204

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Opening Hours

Monday10am – 2am

Tuesday10am – 2am

WednesdayToday10am – 2am

Thursday10am – 2am

Friday10am – 2am

Saturday10am – 2am

Sunday10am – 10pm

The Vibe

Downstairs: Classic pub atmosphere with big screens broadcasting live sport, pool tables and the steady clink of cold schooners hitting timber tables. The crowd leans local - groups of three or four settling in for long afternoons, solo drinkers propping up the bar during weekday matches.
Upstairs at Harriet's: The energy shifts into late-night territory with DJ sets, live music and a chic bar setup that draws a younger crowd. The terrace provides covered outdoor space without being fully open-air.
Peak times: Buzzing during footy season and weekend sessions, but maintains that laid-back Marrickville energy even when packed. The sports bar gets loudest during big matches, while Harriet's builds energy as the night progresses.

What People Love

Happy hour pricing: $6.50 house schooners and wines Monday to Friday from 4-6pm, plus $25 burger and drink deals that draw the after-work crowd. Weekend spritz hour runs 9-11pm with two-for-$20 Aperol, Hugo and Limoncello spritzes.
Fire-cooked food: The charcoal grill turns out pub classics - schnitzels, burgers and dry-aged steaks - alongside share plates designed for groups. The kitchen balances comfort with creativity, reflecting Marrickville's mix of grit and good taste.
Two venues in one: Locals appreciate having options - downstairs for casual arvo sessions with sport on the screens, upstairs when the mood calls for cocktails and late-night energy. Regular live music and trivia nights keep the weekly rotation fresh.

The Neighbourhood

Location: Right on Illawarra Road, a short walk from both Enmore Road's restaurant strip and the train station. Street parking available, with easy access from across the Inner West - just 25 minutes by car from Surry Hills.
Local context: Sits in the heart of Marrickville's pub scene, where working-class roots meet the area's creative transformation. The venue's rebirth as a local icon reflects the suburb's authentic mix of old-school charm and fresh energy.
Getting there: Easy to reach by public transport or car. The corner location makes it a natural meeting point for Inner West locals, whether they're coming from the station or driving in from neighbouring suburbs for weekend sessions.

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The Vibe

Downstairs: Classic pub atmosphere with big screens broadcasting live sport, pool tables and the steady clink of cold schooners hitting timber tables. The crowd leans local - groups of three or four settling in for long afternoons, solo drinkers propping up the bar during weekday matches.

Upstairs at Harriet's: The energy shifts into late-night territory with DJ sets, live music and a chic bar setup that draws a younger crowd. The terrace provides covered outdoor space without being fully open-air.

Peak times: Buzzing during footy season and weekend sessions, but maintains that laid-back Marrickville energy even when packed. The sports bar gets loudest during big matches, while Harriet's builds energy as the night progresses.

What People Love

Happy hour pricing: $6.50 house schooners and wines Monday to Friday from 4-6pm, plus $25 burger and drink deals that draw the after-work crowd. Weekend spritz hour runs 9-11pm with two-for-$20 Aperol, Hugo and Limoncello spritzes.

Fire-cooked food: The charcoal grill turns out pub classics - schnitzels, burgers and dry-aged steaks - alongside share plates designed for groups. The kitchen balances comfort with creativity, reflecting Marrickville's mix of grit and good taste.

Two venues in one: Locals appreciate having options - downstairs for casual arvo sessions with sport on the screens, upstairs when the mood calls for cocktails and late-night energy. Regular live music and trivia nights keep the weekly rotation fresh.

The Neighbourhood

Location: Right on Illawarra Road, a short walk from both Enmore Road's restaurant strip and the train station. Street parking available, with easy access from across the Inner West - just 25 minutes by car from Surry Hills.

Local context: Sits in the heart of Marrickville's pub scene, where working-class roots meet the area's creative transformation. The venue's rebirth as a local icon reflects the suburb's authentic mix of old-school charm and fresh energy.

Getting there: Easy to reach by public transport or car. The corner location makes it a natural meeting point for Inner West locals, whether they're coming from the station or driving in from neighbouring suburbs for weekend sessions.