#1
Bowery
Read 828 reviewsReputation score: 97/100
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2026 rankings NSW
17 Best Bars & Pubs
in Katoomba
Compare the top 17 bars & pubs in Katoomba, ranked by Google reviews and business profile details.
Collected 26 September 2026 · 11,457 reported Google reviews across 17 businesses
See the 17 listings ↓Top 17 Bars & Pubs in Katoomba, NSW
1–17 of 17The shortlist
Based on records collected 26 September 2026, Bowery (4.7 stars from 828 Google reviews), Tempus Katoomba (4.7 stars from 651 Google reviews) and Station Bar & Woodfired Pizza (4.5 stars from 2,244 Google reviews) lead LocalLocal's Katoomba bars & pubs ranking.
The score describes the public review record. Read recent reviews and confirm the job with the business before booking.
#2
Tempus Katoomba
Read 651 reviewsReputation score: 97/100
#3
Station Bar & Woodfired Pizza
Read 2,244 reviewsReputation score: 95/100
#4
Miss Lilian
Read 279 reviewsReputation score: 95/100
#5
The Bootlegger Bar Katoomba
Read 1,315 reviewsReputation score: 93/100
#6
Echoes Restaurant & Bar
Read 385 reviewsReputation score: 93/100
#7
The Old City Bank Bar and Brasserie
Read 1,315 reviewsReputation score: 92/100
#8
The Carrington Hotel
Read 1,791 reviewsReputation score: 91/100
#9
Mountain Culture Brewery - Katoomba
Read 809 reviewsReputation score: 89/100
23-25 Parke St, Katoomba New South Wales 2780
mountainculture.com.au#10
The Lookout Echo Point
Read 899 reviewsReputation score: 89/100
#11
Elysian Bar
Read 493 reviewsReputation score: 87/100
117/121 Leura Mall, Leura New South Wales 2780
elysianrestaurant.com#12
The Factory Bar & Blue Mountains Gin Company
Read 46 reviewsReputation score: 81/100
#13
The Vault
Read 66 reviewsReputation score: 81/100
#14
Harp and Fiddle
Read 182 reviewsReputation score: 78/100
#15
The Baroque Room
Read 20 reviewsReputation score: 77/100
#16
Champagne Charlies
Read 30 reviewsReputation score: 74/100
#17
Bar NSW
Read 104 reviewsReputation score: 72/100
Showing 17 of 17 businesses. This ranking covers our Katoomba listings. This is not a complete census. How we rank them →
What the numbers say about bars & pubs in Katoomba
LocalLocal's Katoomba capture includes 17 bars & pubs with 11,457 reported Google reviews. The median rating is 4.5 stars, backed by a median of 493 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 Katoomba and the evidence behind this list.
Who leads LocalLocal's Katoomba bars & pubs ranking?
Based on records collected 26 September 2026, the highest-scoring businesses are Bowery (4.7 stars from 828 Google reviews); Tempus Katoomba (4.7 stars from 651 Google reviews); Station Bar & Woodfired Pizza (4.5 stars from 2,244 Google reviews). These positions describe our captured review record, not a guarantee about the work.
How are bars & pubs in Katoomba 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 Katoomba?
The 17 bars & pubs captured for Katoomba hold 11,457 reported Google reviews. The median rating is 4.5 stars and the median review count is 493. 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.