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The Barker Hotel

32 Gawler St, Mount Barker SA 5251, Australia

Recommended by 68 people

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32 Gawler St, Mount Barker SA 5251, Australia

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+61 8 8391 1003
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: 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About The Barker Hotel

The Barker Hotel retools classic Mount Barker pub dining with restaurant-grade plates and generous portions. Crisp pints flow in a heated outdoor beer garden soundtracked by pool tables and a jukebox. Tuesday schnitzel nights draw crowds for hefty cuts under house gravies, but the kitchen reaches well past the fryer—turning out venison over parmesan polenta and roast pork beside the dining room fire.

  • Tuesday Schnitzel Night: Weekly draw featuring hearty portions with a wide spread of toppings and gravies.
  • Elevated Pub Fare: A kitchen reaching past standard counter meals with venison over parmesan polenta and dedicated vegetable options.
  • Beer Garden & Pub Amenities: Equipped with heaters, outdoor tables, pool tables, and an indoor dining room fireplace.
  • Private Event Spaces: Dedicated function suites including the Thistle Room and Jackson Bar for coordinated private gatherings.
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Why Choose The Barker Hotel

Discover why locals and groups choose The Barker Hotel for standout dining, celebratory functions, and traditional pub entertainment.

  • Generous, Flavorful Pub Dining

    Diners enjoy hearty, restaurant-grade pub classics with generous portion sizes and fresh presentation across daily lunch and dinner service.

    The meal was great portion size and was very nice with great flavours

    Paul Rice

  • Handcrafted Schnitzels and Varied Menus

    The kitchen delivers satisfying specialty dishes and schnitzel nights featuring tailored toppings and gravies prepared with quality ingredients.

    Good variety of schnitzel toppings and gravies. Quality ingredients and one of the best schnitzel meals I’ve had

    Cindy-Anne Pirie

  • Seamless Private Event Coordination

    Dedicated event coordinators manage multi-room spaces like the Thistle Room and Jackson Bar, accommodating live music and bespoke catering.

    The planning & communication was so easy & Tiffany replied really quickly with all details.

    Cristy Seymour

  • Tailored Group and Club Celebrations

    Community groups and milestone celebrators receive tailored menus and attentive room setups to host worry-free gatherings.

    The hosting team had everything ready for us—no detail was missed. The space was perfectly set up, the atmosphere was warm and welcoming

    Amplify Business Coaching & Consulting

  • Classic Pub Entertainment and Games

    Guests unwind in a lively pub setting equipped with pool tables, jukebox music, big-screen sports, and heated alfresco areas.

    Great outdoor area with heaters , good pub food , icy cold beer , friendly helpful staff. Pool tables & duke box music system.

    Kate Scruton

  • Fireside Comfort and Warm Ambience

    A welcoming interior featuring dining room fireplace seating and comfortable spaces provides an inviting winter and year-round atmosphere.

    Lovely Roast pork on a cold winters day sat by the fire in the dining area.

    Karen Schache

Hearty, elevated classics from the kitchen

  • Schnitzel

    Tuesday night is schnitzel night and they have delicious schnitzels. Good variety of schnitzel toppings and gravies. Quality ingredients and one of the best schnitzel meals I’ve had, highly recommend The Barker.

    Cindy-Anne Pirie

  • Parmi

    The Parmi here flicked a switch in me. Crispy schnitzel smothered in spicy napoli, buried under a mountain of bacon, and drowned in molten cheese that had no business being that gooey.

    Susan Mckay

  • Roast Pork

    Lovely Roast pork on a cold winters day sat by the fire in the dining area.

    Karen Schache

  • Steak Special

    I got myself the steak special for $38 and it was good for the price. The sauce and salad were solid and the chips were great.

    Anthony Kearney

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful accommodations and hospitality touches that enhance functions and dining visits.

  • Tailored Event Steaks and Dietary Coordination

    For catered events such as community club handovers, management collaborates directly with the chef to accommodate individualized pre-orders, down to specifying exact steak doneness for guests alongside dietary-tailored shared sides and desserts.

  • Complimentary Dietary Extras on Takeaway Orders

    When packaging takeout orders, the kitchen thoughtfully includes complimentary dietary extras, such as packing both gluten-free and standard garlic bread without request when a gluten-free main is ordered.

  • Dedicated Event Host Liaison

    Event hosts receive dedicated personal coordination, including pre-planning communication, rapid replies, tailored room layouts, and on-site hosting support from dedicated venue liaisons for celebrations and milestone parties.

  • Private Multi-Room Suites with Live Music Capability

    Private bookings can incorporate multiple interconnected venue spaces like the Thistle Room and Jackson Bar, fully equipped to facilitate live music setups and tailored configurations for post-wedding and private celebrations.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should you book a table in advance?

Booking is recommended on weekends as the bistro can get quite packed and busy. Walk-ins are also accommodated if tables are available.

Can you host private functions or large group events?

Yes, private events and celebrations can be accommodated in dedicated spaces such as the lounge bar incorporating the Thistle Room and Jackson Bar, with coordinated event planning and options for tailored menus and live music.

How are the meal portions and menu options?

Meals are served in generous portion sizes, with dishes ranging from classic pub staples like parmis and schnitzels to elevated restaurant-style specials.

Is parking available on-site?

There is dedicated parking available out the back of the hotel for guests visiting Mount Barker.

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