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Royal Oak

123 O'Connell St, North Adelaide SA 5006, Australia

Recommended by 23 people

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123 O'Connell St, North Adelaide SA 5006, Australia

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+61 8 8267 2488
HoursMonday: 8:00 AM – 2:00 AM Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 2:00 AM Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 2:00 AM Thursday: 8:00 AM – 2:00 AM Friday: 8:00 AM – 2:00 AM Saturday: 8:00 AM – 2:00 AM Sunday: 8:00 AM – 2:00 AM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Royal Oak

Stepping into the Royal Oak feels like finding an easygoing country pub right on O'Connell Street. Inside, couch booths, formica tables, fairy lights, and a red-curtain stage frame live music sets throughout the week. Regulars swear by the weekday lunch deal—twenty dollars secures a schnitzel or grilled barramundi alongside a beer or glass of wine. The kitchen turns out plates with crisp chips and fresh salads without fuss. Even on public holidays, happy hour pricing stands with zero surcharges tacked on. Tables drift out toward the beer garden courtyard as the evening band warms up.

  • Drink-Inclusive Lunch Deal: Midday specials include a choice of beer, wine, coffee, or soft drink with mains like schnitzel or grilled fish.
  • No Holiday Surcharges: Drinks and specials retain their everyday rates across public holidays with no surcharge added.
  • Courtyard Gathering Spaces: Outdoor and indoor courtyard areas accommodate private parties with personal playlists and zero cakeage charges.
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What's On at Royal Oak

Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.

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Why Guests Choose Royal Oak

Hearty dining value, authentic heritage character, and stress-free celebrations in North Adelaide

  • All-Inclusive Lunch Specials

    Midday diners receive generous pub classics paired with a complimentary beer, wine, coffee, or soft drink for twenty dollars.

    The $20 lunch special comes with a drink (beer, wine, coffee or soft drink) which is a very unique offering when it comes to pubs.

    Samantha Ahmed

  • Surcharge-Free Holiday Dining

    Patrons avoid public holiday bill spikes as the pub waives holiday surcharges and keeps scheduled happy hours active.

    Public holiday and did not impose a surcharge (as did every other pub in north Adelaide). They even kept happy hour on.

    Maurice Dunn

  • Authentic Retro Pub Setting

    The venue pairs characterful country pub nostalgia with retro couch booths, formica tables, and a dedicated stage.

    Very cool couch booths and formica dinner tables with fairy lights and a red curtain stage.

    AC

  • Vibrant Live Music Atmosphere

    Regular live band performances, attentive bar service, and quality drinks deliver a vibrant pub entertainment experience.

    Live music, amazing cocktails and incredible food! Absolutely enjoyed our time at The Royal Oak!

    Kelly Hogan

  • Transparent Event Hosting Terms

    Hosts receive accommodating function conditions, including custom Spotify music connections and zero cakeage fees.

    The minimum spend is reasonable and no cake cutting fees.

    Tom Light

  • Dedicated Function Coordination

    Flexible indoor and outdoor function areas come with dedicated management to ensure seamless milestone celebrations.

    sam the functions manager is lovely. he is very easy to work with on the planning of our events and even more so on the night.

    Kerry Degilio

Hearty pub classics and customer favorites

  • schnitzel

    The schnitzel was tender, a bit juicy and flavourful

    Quinn Loraine

  • steak

    My friend had the steak and they said was cooked to perfection

    Ms161179

  • grilled barramundi

    We had the grilled barramundi with chips and salad - came with tartare sauce and a good sized lemon wedge

    Samantha Ahmed

  • Asian Chicken Noodle Salad

    Chose the Asian Chicken Noodle Salad and it was delicious. Probably the best I have had ever.

    Ms161179

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful touches and hospitality details that elevate visits beyond a typical pub meal.

  • Lunch Specials Inclusive of Drink

    The $20 lunch meal includes an accompanying beer, wine, coffee, or soft drink alongside generous pub mains.

  • Surcharge-Free Public Holidays and Happy Hour

    The venue waives standard public holiday surcharges while keeping its regular happy hour drinks pricing active.

  • Custom Playlist and Zero Cakeage Policy

    Hosts booking celebrations can connect their own Spotify playlists for bespoke music and incur zero cake cutting fees.

  • Thoughtful Family and Kids Care

    Families dining in are provided with games, pop-up books, and kids' meals packed with treats like Freddo frogs and sultanas to keep little ones engaged.

Frequently Asked Questions

What dining and lunch specials are available?

The pub serves generous meal specials including a $20 lunch deal that includes a drink (such as beer, wine, coffee, or soft drink) alongside options like schnitzels or grilled barramundi, plus weekday deals like $20 parmi day and steak specials.

Can I book a table or host a private function?

Yes, you can make reservations, including last-minute bookings for large groups and private events in the courtyard or function space.

Does the pub have live music?

Yes, live music and bands are featured during the week and on weekends, such as Wednesday night dancing and Sunday evening performances, alongside a lively front bar atmosphere.

What should I know about parking near the venue?

While there is easy parking at the rear bottle shop, be aware that nearby parking facilities can incur charges, as the pub does not own the adjacent parking lot. Free street parking and lot options exist in the surrounding area.

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