Royal Hotel
The refurbished Royal has brought life back into Leichhardt’s drinking scene, with the pub now a sought-after watering hole on a weekend - be it night or day. Upstairs, the restaurant and balcony evoke a fresh, airy feel while maintaining English Pub style and the open beer garden is the perfect Sunday afternoon pitstop. The cocktails are fruity while the menu is American inspired (but don’t worry, there’s pub classics too). And there’s no lack of beer here. In Leichhardt, the much-loved local, The Royal, will be getting into the green spirit with Guinness on tap, Irish coffee and live music. Try to get there early to score a spot in the coveted courtyard garden, and order the pot pie with lamb shank, root vegetables and, of course, a side of mash.