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Australia's Longest Running Irish Pub The Mercantile Hotel in The Rocks is Australia's oldest Irish Pub.
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Built in 1914 and opened in 1915, The Mercantile was established to replace the old Mercantile Rowing Club Hotel. The rowing club's lease on their old site down by the water's edge expired in 1911 and so they moved their club to Mosman, becoming the Mosman Rowing Club that we know today. The Mercantile has traded continuously since 1915 on the site at 25 George St. Located adjacent to the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge in the historic 'Rocks' precinct, the pub has welcomed people from all over the world to experience its famous hospitality and good times. Over almost 100 years The Mercantile has earned a reputation as the home of Irish music in Australia and a place where unforgettable memories are made.

05/11/2026

From Circular Quay to a perfectly poured Guinness.

Just follow the signs to The Rocks and you’ll find us at The Mercantile.

Worth the walk.

02/11/2026

"Some nights are better when you don’t have a plan.

Pull up a seat, settle in and see where the night takes you.

Good food, good company and a reason to stay a little longer.

See you at The Mercantile.

01/11/2026

There's always a tune playing at The Merc. See what's on this week and join us for a night of live music.

01/11/2026

It’s NSW W**e Month, and we’re celebrating with a great selection of NSW wines waiting to be enjoyed at The Merc.

Pop in, find your new favourite and enjoy a glass with us this month.

01/11/2026

The countdown to Cup Day is on! 🏇

And if you’re not spending it at The Mercantile, what are you doing?

It’s not too late to change your plans. Join us for a proper Cup Day at The Merc. Book your spot now.

29/10/2026

POV: You spend the night at The Merc.

A harbour-side dinner, a few drinks, and nowhere else to be.

Wake up in the heart of The Rocks and make a weekend of it.

27/10/2026

Live music, seven nights a week at The Merc.

From a midweek catch-up to a big night out, there’s always a reason to stay for another song. Grab a drink, settle in and enjoy the sounds of live music every night of the week.

See you at The Merc.

27/10/2026

Crispy, golden and exactly what you’re after.

Our Chicken Schnitzel is a Mercantile classic, best enjoyed with a cold drink and good company.

See you at The Merc.

26/10/2026

Live music, seven nights a week at The Merc. Check out this week’s lineup and find your next night out.

22/10/2026

A little look around The Merc.

Start with a bite in the bistro, head up to the rooftop for a drink, soak up the atmosphere, then settle in upstairs when the night is done.

Good food, cold drinks, harbour views and a place to stay in the heart of The Rocks.

See you at The Merc.

Address

25/27 George Street, The Rocks
Sydney, NSW
2000

Website

http://www.themercantilehotel.com.au/

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