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A local with heart
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WELCOME
TO THE NELSON
Step into this 1930s art deco gem of a pub and find yourself enchanted by everything The Nelson Hotel offers.
From beers in the iconic public bar, a meal in the bistro or a drink in the saloon to live sport, the rustic beer garden or the freshly reinstated Level One function space, this spacious and gracious old building is all about getting together with friends and family.
Nurtured by the Richardson family for over a third of a century, The Nelson Hotel is embedded in the heart of its community. Nestled between Woollahra and Bondi Junction, this local oasis is a place to kick back and relax, celebrate or cheer.
With a great selection of craft beers on tap, a wine list offering the best of local and overseas, cocktails to suit any celebration and a bistro menu that offers pub staples through to the unexpected, you’ll find yourself a regular at The Nelson Hotel in no time.
FOOD & DRINK
The Nelson Hotel’s bistro serves up traditional pub favourites as well as an array of dishes with French, Italian and Asian flavours sure to entice. And drinks – whatever you feel like, we’ve got you covered.
FUNCTIONS
No matter the reason for getting together – family, friends or corporate; small to large – The Nelson Hotel has the perfect space with function packages to suit any occasion.
WHAT’S ON
There’s always something happening at The Nelson Hotel. From regular weekly special our many screens to big events like Melbourne Cup and Anzac Day.
WHAT’S ON AT THE NELSON
FISHING TRIP
The Nelson’s annual deep-sea adventure returns this May. Captained by Chef Chad, spots are extremely limited, so book today.
Sunday 7th May, 5.30am.
Double Bay Wharf.
LEVEL UP COMEDY
This NOVEMBER, catch Australia’s favourite GARY ECK alongside the acclaimed and experienced REBECCA DE UNAMUNO for a night of laughs, great drinks and delicious food.
Wednesday 1st November 2023 | Level One
Doors open 6pm | Comedy starts 7.30pm
Happy Hour 6–10pm | $20 Young Henrys’ jugs | $12 cocktails
Tickets $20 | Early Bird $15
2024 NRL CALCUTTA
The 2024 NRL season has kicked off in all the flash that is Las Vegas. Now The Nelson Hotel’s NRL Calcutta has opened its books. Come in and talk to our managers to get involved.
Thursday 11th April | Front Bar
Draw | 6pm
Auction | 7pm
Then stay on and watch the Rooster v Knights, live on the big screen.
ANZAC DAY 2024
The Nelson Hotel is proud to honour our Diggers and remember their indominable spirit on this day every year. And yes, we do have two-up, plus AFL and Rugby League live and loud.
Doors open 10am | 2 Up from 1pm
Lunch from noon | on Level One
Essendon vs Collingwood | 3.20pm kick-off | Level One
Roosters vs Dragons | 4pm kick-off | Public Bar
ANNUAL GOLF DAY
The Nelson Hotel’s battle of the irons returns this May. With only 8 team spots available in a team ambrose format, book your team of 4 at the pub today.
Sunday 5th May 2024
East Lakes Golf Club | Tee Off 12pm
MELBOURNE CUP
The Nelson Hotel’s annual celebration of all things racing returns this November on Level One with some of Chad’s best canapés alongside a cocktail on arrival. Come and cheer on some winners!
Tuesday 7th November 2023 | Level One
Tickets $49 per person
Talk to management or call us on (02) 9389 6032 to book your ticket
LEVEL UP COMEDY
This DECEMBER, catch JACKIE LOEB’s hilarious and gifted stand-up comedy alongside the honesty and blistering storytelling of JULIA WILSON at a night of laughs, great drinks and delicious food.
Wednesday 6th December 2023 | Level One
Doors open 6pm | Comedy starts 7.30pm
Happy Hour 6–10pm | $20 Young Henrys’ jugs | $12 cocktails
Tickets $20 | Early Bird $15
CITY2SURF FEAST
You’ve conquered the world’s largest fun run. Now it’s time to relieve your famish and quench your thirst. Head to The Nelson Hotel and put your feet up – you’ve had a big day already.
Sunday 13th August 2023
$20 jugs of craft beer all day | $1 pool all day
Bistro open from 11am | Live music from 1pm
For bookings of over 25, please email events@thenelsonhotel.com.au
WINNERS ARE GRINNERS
OUR STEAKS ARE AWARD WINNING!
We’re pretty excited that The Nelson’s Bistro won BEST STEAK in the Australian Hotels Association awards for NSW in 2022.
Book a table today and enjoy the best steaks going around.