#1
Coal & Cedar
Read 655 reviewsReputation score: 98/100
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2026 rankings NSW
16 Best Bars & Pubs
in Charlestown
Compare the top 16 bars & pubs in Charlestown, ranked by Google reviews and business profile details.
Collected 26 September 2026 · 6,246 reported Google reviews across 16 businesses
See the 16 listings ↓Top 16 Bars & Pubs in Charlestown, NSW
1–16 of 16The shortlist
Based on records collected 26 September 2026, Coal & Cedar (4.8 stars from 655 Google reviews), Strike Bowling Charlestown (4.5 stars from 533 Google reviews) and The Prince of Merewether (4.4 stars from 580 Google reviews) lead LocalLocal's Charlestown bars & pubs ranking.
The score describes the public review record. Read recent reviews and confirm the job with the business before booking.
#2
Strike Bowling Charlestown
Read 533 reviewsReputation score: 95/100
#3
The Prince of Merewether
Read 580 reviewsReputation score: 94/100
#4
Babbingtons Restaurant & Bar
Read 368 reviewsReputation score: 94/100
#5
Granddad's Bar Experience (Newcastle)
Read 171 reviewsReputation score: 93/100
#6
Lake Macquarie Tavern
Read 445 reviewsReputation score: 93/100
#7
Holey Moley Golf Club Charlestown
Read 181 reviewsReputation score: 90/100
#8
Mattara Hotel
Read 1,138 reviewsReputation score: 90/100
#9
Iron Horse Inn
Read 770 reviewsReputation score: 90/100
#10
In Forno Charlestown
Read 254 reviewsReputation score: 90/100
#11
Royal Crown Hotel
Read 299 reviewsReputation score: 89/100
#12
Charlies Rooftop
Read 172 reviewsReputation score: 88/100
#13
Gateshead Tavern & Motel
Read 528 reviewsReputation score: 86/100
#14
4 Pines Charlestown
Read 58 reviewsReputation score: 80/100
Charlestown Square, SHOP K214, Level 02/30 Pearson St, Charlestown New South Wales 2290
0413 821 2654pinesbeer.com.au#15
Ocean View Hotel
Read 78 reviewsReputation score: 79/100
#16
GOLDEN EAGLE HOTEL.
Read 16 reviewsReputation score: 48/100
9 Pacific Hwy, Gateshead New South Wales 2290
Contact details not supplied
Showing 16 of 16 businesses. This ranking covers our Charlestown listings. This is not a complete census. How we rank them →
What the numbers say about bars & pubs in Charlestown
LocalLocal's Charlestown capture includes 16 bars & pubs with 6,246 reported Google reviews. The median rating is 4.3 stars, backed by a median of 333.5 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 Charlestown and the evidence behind this list.
Who leads LocalLocal's Charlestown bars & pubs ranking?
Based on records collected 26 September 2026, the highest-scoring businesses are Coal & Cedar (4.8 stars from 655 Google reviews); Strike Bowling Charlestown (4.5 stars from 533 Google reviews); The Prince of Merewether (4.4 stars from 580 Google reviews). These positions describe our captured review record, not a guarantee about the work.
How are bars & pubs in Charlestown 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 Charlestown?
The 16 bars & pubs captured for Charlestown hold 6,246 reported Google reviews. The median rating is 4.3 stars and the median review count is 333.5. 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.