There are estimated to be 7,000 Irish pubs around the world. Due to a large expatriate community, and a strong local drinking culture, Sydney is home to some of the best examples we have come across on our travels.

The following five examples are some of the best Irish pubs that can be found across Sydney. Each of these examples feature everything you’d expect from a great Irish pub, from great food and drink, live music and the classic Irish atmosphere these venues are known for.

P.J.O’Brien’s, Sydney CBD

Multi-level Irish pub located within the historic Grace Hotel in the heart of Sydney’s CBD.

Molly Malones, Surry Hills

Cosy Irish pub located within the Irish National Association of Australasia building in Surry Hills.

The Mercantile, The Rocks

Sydney and Australia’s oldest Irish Pub operating in the Rocks since 1914.

Currently closed for renovations.

Kelly’s On King, Newtown

Small Irish pub located within a 160-year building famous for having housed several pubs over its long history.

Norton’s, Leichardt

Popular Irish Pub located in Sydney’s inner-west focusing on live sports.