Alfresco tables outside Fortune of War in The Rocks

The Rocks - Est. 1828

Sydney's oldest pub, still pouring on George Street.

Step into Fortune of War for a historic timber bar, Bistro 1828 classics, alfresco tables, live music, and a Rocks pub atmosphere built for locals, travellers, long lunches, and a proper pint.

1828Pub heritage
4.4Google rating
3,753Google reviews
9amOpen daily

Hamper Bar to Bistro 1828

A working pub with the weight of The Rocks behind it.

We keep the Fortune of War experience direct: cold taps, a lived-in historic bar, classic dishes from the bistro, and outdoor tables close to Circular Quay and First Fleet Park.

  • Dine-in
  • Takeaway
  • Bookings supported
  • Group friendly
  • Outdoor seating
  • Live music
  • Beer, wine, and cocktails
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance and restroom
Historic timber bar inside Fortune of War

What to order

Pub food, bistro plates, and drinks made for settling in.

Bistro classics

Fish and chips, schnitzel, parmigiana, burgers, steak, salmon, and prawn linguine anchor the menu.

Beer and bar

Local and imported beers, wine, cocktails, and non-alcoholic choices keep the bar useful from lunch to late.

Live Rocks energy

Live music, alfresco seating, and the old George Street frontage give every visit a clear sense of place.

Gallery preview

Inside, outside, and around the bar.