#1
The Welder's Dog
Read 413 reviewsReputation score: 97/100
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2026 rankings NSW
20 Best Bars & Pubs
in Armidale
Compare the top 20 bars & pubs in Armidale, ranked by Google reviews and business profile details.
Collected 26 September 2026 · 8,154 reported Google reviews across 20 businesses
See the 20 listings ↓Top 20 Bars & Pubs in Armidale, NSW
1–20 of 20The shortlist
Based on records collected 26 September 2026, The Welder's Dog (4.7 stars from 413 Google reviews), Goldfish Bowl Cafe & Bakery (4.5 stars from 983 Google reviews) and Whitebull Hotel (4.4 stars from 1,537 Google reviews) lead LocalLocal's Armidale bars & pubs ranking.
The score describes the public review record. Read recent reviews and confirm the job with the business before booking.
#2
Goldfish Bowl Cafe & Bakery
Read 983 reviewsReputation score: 95/100
#3
Whitebull Hotel
Read 1,537 reviewsReputation score: 94/100
#4
Armidale City Bowling Club
Read 563 reviewsReputation score: 93/100
#5
Railway Hotel
Read 442 reviewsReputation score: 92/100
#6
Mun Hing Restaurant
Read 315 reviewsReputation score: 92/100
#7
Tattersalls Boutique Hotel Armidale
Read 487 reviewsReputation score: 91/100
#8
The New England Hotel
Read 439 reviewsReputation score: 91/100
#9
Armidale Ex Services Memorial Club
Read 534 reviewsReputation score: 90/100
#10
BURGERBULLS (Armidale) - Burger Restaurant in Armidale
Read 118 reviewsReputation score: 89/100
#11
St Kilda Hotel
Read 499 reviewsReputation score: 88/100
#12
Royal Hotel
Read 492 reviewsReputation score: 87/100
#13
Rydges Armidale
Read 490 reviewsReputation score: 87/100
#14
Boobooks
Read 94 reviewsReputation score: 86/100
#15
Manor Restaurant at Cotswold Gardens
Read 61 reviewsReputation score: 84/100
#16
The Grand Hotel
Read 271 reviewsReputation score: 84/100
251 Rusden St, Armidale New South Wales 2350
(02) 6772 3149#17
Ottoman Restaurant
Read 186 reviewsReputation score: 83/100
#18
The Welder's Dog Brewery
Read 46 reviewsReputation score: 78/100
#19
Imperial Hotel
Read 155 reviewsReputation score: 75/100
103 Faulkner St, Armidale New South Wales 2350
(02) 5750 0480#20
Bistro Grill
Read 29 reviewsReputation score: 63/100
92/96 Dumaresq St, Armidale New South Wales 2350
(02) 6772 5666Showing 20 of 20 businesses. This ranking covers our Armidale listings. This is not a complete census. How we rank them →
What the numbers say about bars & pubs in Armidale
LocalLocal's Armidale capture includes 20 bars & pubs with 8,154 reported Google reviews. The median rating is 4.3 stars, backed by a median of 426 reviews.
A high average means more when plenty of people have contributed. Open the Google review link on a listing to check recent feedback about work like yours. Contact the business to confirm it serves your address.
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Questions about bars & pubs in Armidale and the evidence behind this list.
Who leads LocalLocal's Armidale bars & pubs ranking?
Based on records collected 26 September 2026, the highest-scoring businesses are The Welder's Dog (4.7 stars from 413 Google reviews); Goldfish Bowl Cafe & Bakery (4.5 stars from 983 Google reviews); Whitebull Hotel (4.4 stars from 1,537 Google reviews). These positions describe our captured review record, not a guarantee about the work.
How are bars & pubs in Armidale ranked?
LocalLocal's score gives up to 50 points for rating quality, 30 for review volume and 20 for available profile details. Equal scores are ordered by star rating, then review count, then a stable business identifier. The method is published on our methodology page.
What does the review record look like for bars & pubs in Armidale?
The 20 bars & pubs captured for Armidale hold 8,154 reported Google reviews. The median rating is 4.3 stars and the median review count is 426. These figures describe our sample, not every local business.
What should I check before booking?
Confirm that the business serves your address and handles your type of work. Read recent Google reviews, ask about any relevant licences or registration, and get the scope and charges in writing.
How current are these details?
The listings were collected 26 September 2026. This is a dated snapshot, not a live Google feed. Confirm current hours, availability and pricing with the business.
Can a business update its listing?
Yes. Open the business profile and select Update details. Explain the correction and include a public source. Correction and removal requests are reviewed before the record changes.