Sporting Club Hotel
A well-regarded pub in Brunswick with a 4.5 rating across 341 reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
The Sporting Club Hotel is a popular pub on Weston Street in Brunswick, one of inner Melbourne's most vibrant and diverse suburbs. A 4.5 rating from 341 reviews shows it has built a loyal following.
The appeal is a relaxed, sociable pub with genuine character — a great spot for a beer, a feed and a bit of atmosphere without any fuss. Brunswick's buzzing atmosphere, close to the famous Sydney Road, makes it easy to fold a visit into a wider day or night out.
Pub menus, events and trading hours shift over time, and it can get busy on weekends. If you're coming for a particular occasion, a function or the kitchen, it's worth checking current details directly before you arrive.
Practical details
Opening hours
Closed- MondayToday
- 12:00 – 23:00
- Tuesday
- 12:00 – 23:00
- Wednesday
- 12:00 – 23:00
- Thursday
- 12:00 – 23:00
- Friday
- 12:00 – 01:00
- Saturday
- 12:00 – 01:00
- Sunday
- 12:00 – 23:00
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 78
- Popularity
- 77
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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