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Mercantile Hotel

Dogs welcome

Updated 13 May 2026

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The Mercantile Hotel is a well-known Irish pub in The Rocks. Dogs are welcome in the outdoor area. Dawes Point Reserve is around 280 metres away for a walk under the Harbour Bridge.

Dog rules

Dogs allowed outside only.

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

At a glance

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25 George St, The Rocks NSW 2000
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Before you go

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

What people say

JRJack R.
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★★★★★1 year ago

A warm Irish welcome in the bar, cold Guinness, clean toilets, and comfy seats, roadside on the top end of George. Nice 80s vibe with Toto, Journey, Dire Straits, etc - subtle, in the background, volume just right. Menu looks good. If I wasn't just in for pints, I'd definitely eat here.

AOAndy O.
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★★★★★4 months ago

Excellent stop for food and beer (s). What made it special was the people working there. They are fantastic and ready to move into new location before St Patrick’s Day 2026. They will “Rock the Rocks”

PPG
Google Maps
★★★★★6 months ago

Great pub. Currently undergoing renovations, but don’t worry the Merc is on its way back sooner rather than later :-)

EAEden A.
Google Maps
★★★★★6 months ago

Came here just for the food, I got the shamrock pie and it was brilliant, highly recommend

DWDom W.
Google Maps
★★★★★1 year ago

Been coming here for years. It's my go to pub, along with the Hero of Waterloo up the road. Cold Beer and cider, very decent Guinness. Great atmosphere and live music. Friendly staff and awesome bouncers. What more could you ask for during a pub crawl in the Rocks.

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