The Mercantile Hotel - The Rocks
Australia's Longest Running Irish Pub The Mercantile Hotel in The Rocks is Australia's oldest Irish Pub.
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 S
02/06/2026
Heading into Vivid Sydney this June Long Weekend, we’ve got live music covered at The Mercantile.
Head into the city early for a feed, a few drinks and live sets from some of our favourite artists before exploring everything the weekend has to offer.
Making a weekend of it? Stay upstairs in our accommodation and keep the good times going.
Check out this week’s lineup and we’ll see you at The Merc.
29/05/2026
Christmas in July at The Mercantile is back.
A true winter tradition at Sydney’s oldest Irish pub.
Join us for a 3-course Christmas-inspired meal, festive atmosphere, and all the cosy pub energy you know and love (just with a mid-year twist).
It’s become iconic for a reason and it books out every year.
Book now to secure your table.
Who would have thought?
25/05/2026
Check out what’s on this weekend at The Mercantile.
With the perfect weather forecast for staying cosy indoors, there’s no better place to settle in with live music, great company and a Guinness in hand.
Make sure to book your table now.
25/05/2026
Clock off and head to The Merc 🍻
Happy Hour is calling.
See you at the bar.
Our famous Spice Bags are packed with flavour and absolutely delicious.
18/05/2026
VIVID Sydney starts this week!
Join us in the main bar for live music, or head up to the rooftop for front-row city views as Sydney lights up above you.
Book now to sort your VIVID spot at The Merc.
Shining a light on some of our delicious share plates at The Mercantile.
13/05/2026
Check out this week’s lineup of talent at The Mercantile.
With live music 7 days a week, your plans are officially sorted. Grab your crew, settle in and we’ll see you soon.
13/05/2026
The best seat in the house.
Doesn’t get much better than a view of the Harbour Bridge from our new rooftop on a clear, sunny day.
We hit the streets to ask one simple question: what are you most excited about for The Merc reopening? 🍻
Safe to say… people had thoughts.
Now almost 2 months in, it’s been unreal to see The Merc full again, live music back on, Guinness flowing, old faces returning and plenty of new ones finding us.
Thanks to everyone who’s walked through the doors since reopening.
09/05/2026
Have you tried our refreshing spritz selection.
Whether you’re an Aperol or Limoncello lover, these are a must-try at The Mercantile.
See you soon.
VIVID Sydney is almost here ✨
The city is about to switch on, and The Merc is where you want to be.
Join us in the main bar for live music, or head up to the rooftop for front-row city views as Sydney lights up above you.
Book now to sort your VIVID spot at The Merc.
Forget your worries with a perfectly poured Guinness and a seat on the rooftop of Sydney's longest-running Irish pub.
04/05/2026
Check out what’s on this week at The Mercantile.
With Mother’s Day just around the corner, it’s the perfect excuse to spoil mum with a day out at The Merc.
See you there.
02/05/2026
You made it, now it’s time to refuel.
Straight from the finish line to 4 Doors Down for coffee, breakfast and a proper recovery.
Walk in, we’ve got you.
02/05/2026
Our new rooftop pairs Sydney Harbour views with a menu of delicious share plates and ofcourse all The Merc's Irish classics and pub favourites you know and love.
Book your table now.
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30/04/2026
Soak up the sunshine this weekend at The Mercantile.
Take a look at who’s hitting the stage and get ready for a great line-up of live music.
29/04/2026
Running the Hoka Half this weekend?
Lock in your post-run plans now 🤝
4 Doors Down is your finish line for a big Irish brekky, strong coffee and a well-earned sit down.
Treat Mum to something special in our brand new bistro dining area. It's the perfect setting for a relaxed family meal with hearty food, great service, and the best part… no one has to do the dishes. Plus, we will shout mum a free rose or bubbles on the day!
24/04/2026
Accommodation at The Mercantile is now live on our website.
Newly renovated rooms, all with ensuites, right in the heart of The Rocks.
https://www.themercantilehotel.com.au/accomodation/
23/04/2026
After a long day, the best fix is a traditional Irish pint of Guinness.
Stop by and enjoy one this week.
20/04/2026
Live music kicking off today and rolling right through the week, plus ANZAC Day this Saturday.
We’ll see you at The Merc.
Doesn’t get much better than this…
Check out how good our share plates look on our new rooftop…
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25/27 George Street, The Rocks
Sydney, NSW
2000