Rooftop at Royal Hotel Paddington
237 Glenmore Rd, Paddington NSW 2021, Australia
Experience breathtaking, uninterrupted views of the East at The Royal Rooftop. Perfect for both intimate gatherings and lively events, this versatile space accommodates 30 seated guests or 40 standing for cocktails, offering an unforgettable setting for any occasion.
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Reviews for Royal Hotel Paddington
Annalisa Brimo
We chose the Royal Hotel Paddington for our staff Christmas dinner — admittedly not the best choice (even by our boss’s own words). The venue looks great online and gives the impression of a larger, more polished space. While the rooftop has a cool vibe, it’s much smaller than expected and involves quite a climb up multiple flights of stairs. It also doesn’t accommodate larger groups easily, so we ended up dining downstairs instead. We were initially taken upstairs for drinks, but there was some confusion around our booking and bar tab. We were left waiting while staff worked things out, before eventually being seated downstairs in what we thought would be a private or semi-private space — but it turned out to be right in front of the bar, which wasn’t ideal for a staff function. That said, there were some nice touches — a beautifully decorated Christmas tree next to a fireplace added a bit of festive atmosphere. Food-wise, it was underwhelming. My steak was ordered medium but came out overcooked and cold, with the garlic butter not even melting on top. Fries across the table were also undercooked, so it seemed fairly inconsistent overall. It would make a good local spot for drinks and a casual catch-up, particularly on the rooftop, but based on this experience, I wouldn’t recommend it for a group dinner where food is a focus.
Sasha Watson
Sunshine balcony drinks in the afternoon are spectacular. Feels like you’re stepping back into almost an old country western scene sitting upstairs looking down into the square. Love love love. Perfect little date / 2 people spot.
Mark Cotter
Hopeless. What used to be a GREAT place was sadly lacking today. Totally disinterested staff, average food and fairly empty on a beautiful Sunday afternoon. Arrived for a booking well before time. Went up to the restaurant. Found our table in an empty room with no welcome or help. Sat, waited…. Eventually asked for menus and was told “Yeah, in a minute Mate” (I’m not your mate, mate) was given only one menu for our table of 4! “Oh sorry we’ve run out” so I went to an empty nearby table and got 3 more. Fish tacos were OK. Calamari passable. Finished drinks and went to another near by Pub for our lunch, which was great, welcoming and clean. Just sad to see an iconic Sydney pub slip soooooo much. Don’t waste your time. Plenty of others near by.
Mihye Kwon
Great sunday roast spot in paddington. Very friendly staff. Portion for sunday roast was generous and it was delicious.
Ray Guden
Went to their truffle dinner and it was terrible. Chefs were so slow they took 3 hours to finish the dishes in the tiny course they had. Though because they are a pub they probably did it on purpose so you'd keep ordering drinks. Nothing tastes good. The first dish was a garbage over burnt bread. There were no truffles except for the 1 dish with meat which had a little. Asides from the truffle the meat dish tasted good, its why this gets a 2 star on food and not 1 star. For $180 you're honestly better off flushing $168 down the toilet, going to mcdonalds and getting a big mac for the remaining $12. Quicker service, better taste, and you aren't held hostage for 3 hours. Avoid this place at all costs unless you want a beer. I take good photos. Don't let them fool you into thinking those abominations tasted good. Meat one was ok though, apparently the chef was from a good restaraunt who cooked it, so no wonder.
Other spaces at this venue
Exclusive Hire
The Royal offers something for everyone. Downstairs, our expanded sports bar features one of the biggest multi-screen walls in the east, showing all your favourite footy codes. Upstairs, the Veranda Bar and Balcony serve up classic pub favourites, reimagined by executive chef Scott Greve, while The Elephant Room provides a stylish events space with a British private club vibe, perfect for your next event.
Elephant Bar
The Elephant Rooms are comprised of Bengal Bar and Colonial Club on The Royal’s second level. They are the Royal’s exclusive private event spaces with direct access to a bar. The space also has the following inclusions: dedicated wait& bar staff, full AV set up including2 x 60″ wall mounted smart TV’s, Band/DJ inputs and is conveniently located only a short distance from The Royal’s amazing Rooftop with panoramic views of the city skyline.
Restaurant
The Royal Hotel restaurant is perfect for laid-back group dining of up to 40 guests. It features a retractable roof that creates a relaxed indoor-outdoor feel, letting in plenty of natural light by day and a cosy atmosphere at night. A fireplace adds warmth and ambience in the cooler months, while the mix of inside and outside elements makes it feel open, comfortable, and effortlessly social, ideal for long lunches, casual celebrations, or relaxed dinners.
Colonial Club
Colonial Club on The Royal’s second level is the Royal’s exclusive private event spaces with direct access to a bar. The space also has the following inclusions: dedicated wait & bar staff, full AV set up including2 x 60″ wall mounted smart TV’s, Band/DJ inputs and is conveniently located only a short distance from The Royal’s amazing Rooftop with panoramic views of the city skyline.
Fiveways Lounge
Colonial Club on The Royal’s second level is the Royal’s exclusive private event spaces with direct access to a bar. The space also has the following inclusions: dedicated wait & bar staff, full AV set up including2 x 60″ wall mounted smart TV’s, Band/DJ inputs and is conveniently located only a short distance from The Royal’s amazing Rooftop with panoramic views of the city skyline.
High Room
For a more intimate gathering, The High Room provides a bright, airy semi-private space ideal for group dining or smaller cocktail parties, allowing you to enjoy the lively energy of the bar in a more exclusive setting.
Bengal Bar
The Bengal Bar – This space can accommodate 25 people seated & 40 cocktail style. You would have access to a TV with HDMI connection and a wireless microphone. This space has access to the rooftop (not exclusive) and its own bartender.