Pub Grub: Robin Hood Hotel

203 Bronte Rd
Waverley, NSW
(02) 9389 3477
robinhoodhotel.com.au

Bar side

This art deco-inspired pub draws in a mixed crowd – from surfers and tradies to more artistic types – and that’s just how they like it.

There are three bars inside the Robin Hood Hotel. There’s the front bar, which is the largest area, adorned with pop culture references, as well as a private functions area upstairs. The latest addition is the garden bar, which allows for al fresco drinking and dining and is perfect in the warmer months. For those who like a bit of pub entertainment, there’s trivia on Monday nights and live music on Thursdays.

A diverse array of craft beers is available on tap, and the bartenders are happy to make a suggestion of what wine or beer to have with your meal. They also have an exceptionally well-stocked bottle shop for those looking to continue the party after the doors close.

The food here is gastro-pub style without being tied to any one cultural influence.

A great example of this is the way they serve their chicken parmigiana: rather than being served a hunk of chicken, they slice the chicken up ‘katsu style’ to keep the chicken tender. Speaking of parmas, they’re also about to start ‘Pimp My Schnitz’ on Tuesday nights, where you can add toppings to your parma as if it were a pizza. In true hospo-hospitality fashion, there will be a late night menu (until 2am) on weekends for those who clock off late at neighbouring eateries. Now that’s taking care of your own.

                                                                                 Fun Fact

These guys don’t kid around when it comes to their condiments. With ten different hot sauces and another ten different types of mustard, the Hood kitchen’s ‘Saucy Wall’ is a thing of spicy beauty.