Pubs in Porthmadog

Australia

31-35 High Street, Porthmadog LL49 9LR

A pub since 1864, the Australia was taken over by Purple Moose Brewing in 2017 as their tap house. It is situated in the centre of town next to the bus stops. Two rooms are served by a long wooden bar with six handpumps. The walls are decorated blackboard style and depict various aspects of Purple Moose brewery, including the awards the beers have won over the years and the legend of the Purple Moose. There is a small outdoor seating area at the back. Near to the Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland Railway Station. Most of their core real ale range is available as well as seasonal and special occasion beers. Local CAMRA Pub of the Year 2016.

Queens Hotel

Station Road, Porthmadog LL49 9HT

Red Lion

15 New Street, Porthmadog LL49 9ED

Looks like a combination of three houses. Two handpumps fitted but may not always be in use.

Royal Sportsman Hotel

131 High Street, Porthmadog LL49 9HB

Comfortable hotel bar in a smart lounge. Meals are available in the restaurant or in the bar.

Ship Inn

14 Lombard Street, Porthmadog LL49 9AP

Traditional pub set in a picturesque location behind the park in the centre of this harbour town. Friendly and efficient staff dispense frequently changing ales and serve quality food, including pub favourites steak and ale pie, lasagne and barbecue ribs. The pub has a separate bar and lounge, and a room available for private events, and is popular with locals and tourists. A quiz is hosted on Thursday night. Local CAMRA Pub of the Year 2011.

Spooner's Bar

Harbour Station, Porthmadog LL49 9NF

Spooner's beer range varies,but there are always at least two beers from the local Purple Moose Brewery. Situated in the terminus of the world-famous Ffestiniog Railway and Welsh Highland Railway, steam trains are outside the door most of the year. While full meals were served every lunchtime & evening Tuesday to Saturday depending on season this has ceased since late July 2021 due to staff recruitment problems but snacks should still be available. Check with Spooner's for updates. A former local CAMRA Pub of the Year award winner. Please note that the bar is open from 12 noon and not from café opening times.

Tafarn Pencei

17-18 Corn Hill, Porthmadog LL49 9AT

Situated by the picturesque quayside and Maritime Museum, this cosy nook has a traditional public bar with a large TV screen delivering sport under which is an impressive mural depicting the neighbouring buildings which overlook the harbour. Food orientated, the bistro side of the business brings an appetising menu served in a pleasant dining room.

Porthmadog Golf Club

Morfa Bychan, Porthmadog LL49 9UU

Porthmadog Royal British Legion Club

Snowdon Street, Porthmadog LL49 9DF