#1
The Pourhouse
Read 405 reviewsReputation score: 95/100
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2026 rankings NSW
18 Best Bars & Pubs
in Maitland
Compare the top 18 bars & pubs in Maitland, ranked by Google reviews and business profile details.
Collected 26 September 2026 · 12,006 reported Google reviews across 18 businesses
See the 18 listings ↓Top 18 Bars & Pubs in Maitland, NSW
1–18 of 18The shortlist
Based on records collected 26 September 2026, The Pourhouse (4.5 stars from 405 Google reviews), Grand Junction Hotel (4.5 stars from 374 Google reviews) and The Rutherford Hotel (4.2 stars from 861 Google reviews) lead LocalLocal's Maitland bars & pubs ranking.
The score describes the public review record. Read recent reviews and confirm the job with the business before booking.
#2
Grand Junction Hotel
Read 374 reviewsReputation score: 95/100
#3
The Rutherford Hotel
Read 861 reviewsReputation score: 92/100
#4
Club Maitland City
Read 846 reviewsReputation score: 92/100
#5
Hunter River Hotel
Read 763 reviewsReputation score: 92/100
#6
Commercial Hotel Morpeth
Read 640 reviewsReputation score: 92/100
#7
The Regal Inn
Read 634 reviewsReputation score: 92/100
#8
The George Tavern
Read 1,341 reviewsReputation score: 91/100
#9
The Bank Hotel
Read 886 reviewsReputation score: 91/100
#10
The Whistler
Read 872 reviewsReputation score: 91/100
#11
The Windsor Castle Hotel
Read 1,571 reviewsReputation score: 89/100
#12
The Family Hotel
Read 545 reviewsReputation score: 89/100
#13
The Belmore Hotel
Read 928 reviewsReputation score: 89/100
#14
The Metropolitan Hotel
Read 181 reviewsReputation score: 87/100
#15
Imperial
Read 811 reviewsReputation score: 86/100
#16
Old George and Dragon
Read 119 reviewsReputation score: 85/100
48 Melbourne St, East Maitland New South Wales 2323
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The Coach and Horses Hotel
Read 155 reviewsReputation score: 78/100
#18
Caledonian Hotel
Read 74 reviewsReputation score: 60/100
89 Church St, Maitland New South Wales 2320
(02) 4933 6360Showing 18 of 18 businesses. This ranking covers our Maitland listings. This is not a complete census. How we rank them →
What the numbers say about bars & pubs in Maitland
LocalLocal's Maitland capture includes 18 bars & pubs with 12,006 reported Google reviews. The median rating is 4.2 stars, backed by a median of 701.5 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 Maitland and the evidence behind this list.
Who leads LocalLocal's Maitland bars & pubs ranking?
Based on records collected 26 September 2026, the highest-scoring businesses are The Pourhouse (4.5 stars from 405 Google reviews); Grand Junction Hotel (4.5 stars from 374 Google reviews); The Rutherford Hotel (4.2 stars from 861 Google reviews). These positions describe our captured review record, not a guarantee about the work.
How are bars & pubs in Maitland 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 Maitland?
The 18 bars & pubs captured for Maitland hold 12,006 reported Google reviews. The median rating is 4.2 stars and the median review count is 701.5. 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.