Kelly's on King

Dogs welcome

Updated 12 May 2026

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Kelly's on King in Newtown welcomes dogs throughout the venue until 9pm. The pub has a strong live music scene and a lively atmosphere. Green Ban Park is around 285 metres away for a walk before heading in.

Dog rules

Dogs are welcome throughout the venue until 9pm.

Please keep dogs leashed, calm, and under control for the comfort of all patrons.

At a glance

Dog friendly throughoutAdmin verified
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283-285 King St, Newtown NSW 2042, Australia

Before you go

  • 💧No confirmed water bowl for dogs — bring some just in case.

What people say

James G.
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★★★★★2 years ago

Absolutely pinnacle of the dive bar experience. So this place is basically what you look for in terms of any atmospheric, down and grungy bar. Great beers on tap, down and dirty happt hour food combined with some of the most genuine friendly barstaff I've seen. Everything that needs to be clean (toilets, tables etc) is super clean which is better than some other places attempting a clean aesethic. Atmosphere is top notch. Have to admit, this was during the day so can't say anything about the evening but damn. Good work guys, will be back again.

Julian R.
Google Maps
★★★☆☆4 months ago

sadest pub on the strip. reckon the $20 pizza the size of kids shoe is defo attracting a crowd hey. Cheers for the memory you special pub.....

Isabel S.
Google Maps
★★★★★7 months ago

Everything about kelly's is fantastic. The music, the security guards (I LOVE YOU TONY), the bar tenders, the space itself - omg. The drinks are well priced and there are regular discounts/bargains on pints, schooners, and mixed drinks. The regulars are so much fun, whether you want to play pool, uno, or magic the gathering. I love kelly's, kelly's loves me, kelly's forever ❤

Ian H.
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★★★★★8 months ago

Great staff, awesome Guinness and most excellent people watching ❤️

Gia M.
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☆☆☆☆10 months ago

Food was abysmal. Burger was tiny with a burnt patty and cheap ingredients. The poutine came with undercooked chips and barely any sauce. Felt like fast food for an average of 23 dollars for each meal. The beer of the month the Griffith also tasted awful. Upsetting.

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