The Captain Paddington
Within walking distance of the SCG, this local is a go-to pre- and post-match.
Overview
Based at the corner of Flinders Street and Moore Park Road, The Captain is just a ten-minute walk to Sydney Cricket Ground, making it an excellent spot to head for a drink before or after a game. In fact, its proximity to such sacred sporting ground provides a buzzing atmosphere regardless of whether there's a match on.

Cassandra Hannagan
Happy hour deals are available on weekdays between 4–6pm with $5 beer and wine and $10 espresso martinis and Aperol spritzes. Food-wise, expect elevated pub fare — think king prawn and pea arancini, steak frites and a wagyu burger. And, on Sundays, it does an Italian-style roast dinner with a glass of chianti for $30 per person.
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Hours
Fri
10-1am
Sat
10-1am
Sun
10-12am
Mon
10-12am
Tue
10-12am
Wed
10-12am
Thu
10-12am
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