The Oaks Hotel Reviews

The atmosphere was good inside. I was lucky enough to get a decently cooked steak but my friend bought a spicy sausage pizza which came out with two sausages cut lengthways into a cross which he then had to slice himself to make it edible. On top two whole onions were simply cut in halves and places on the pizza. After asking spmeone how we were meant to eat whole onions he tried to slice one only to find that under the outer layer the onion was completely raw. It made it entertaining for the other friend and i but the guy was really upset and we wont be going back soon.

The new menu is very limited, quite expensive for pub food, and very ordinary. I had a steak sandwich which was chewy, gristly and inedible, and sent it back. Another one arrived which was just as bad. A group of us have been going regularly every month for many years, but not any more.

Great outdoor court yard with plenty of seating under the oak tree. Pool tables are in abundance which tends to be a rarity in Sydney. There are plenty of different areas with in the pub to suit all types.

Food was very good and atmosphere was lively. Will definitely go back again for the steaks. Beef and mushroom pie is worth a try too.

Great food, place is always buzzing. Great for a quick meal after work, family friendly

Food is good, bit more music outdoor would make it lively.

Tried it again today to give it the benefit of the doubt BUT the food is still expensive and poor at best...bar staff match the quality of the food unfortunately. Dont wadte your money.

Staff were very accommodating when we arrived with a large group. They put some tables together and moved an umbrella which was great! Food was delicious! We had the disco fries and salt & pepper squid.
I'm a huge fan of the oak tree! It's stunning!!

Beautiful pub. Nice food and they have stone and wood on tap.

Great dancefloor on Friday and Saturday night in the front bar.

Our go-to for a relaxed family lunch under that magnificent tree.

Great pub, great feed, great range of beer and wine

Went here for dinner with my husbend and it was less as ok. My husbend had $50 steak and asked for medium rare and it was over done. What a waste of money ! Desert were not much better , chocolate moose was ok but apple pie was not nice at all!!!. Good place for drink but food was not ok

Awesome chicken burger the tree is spectacular when it's all lit up

Nice atmosphere with beautiful lights on a big tree and good dishes.

You need to pick up food yourself when the bell rings. Waiters just take empty plates.

The new Taffy's sports bar is class. From the biggest HD screen ever to the novelty sports bar memorabilia. Very attentive staff supplying cutlery for a burger and generally fun, engaging and switched on for crowds. A rarity in Sydney so you can tell the owners are from Wales who understand the expat culture.

This place is a local institution. The trouble is that since it was put on the 'watch list' by the police for frequent trouble, they have become paranoid.
Last night there were as many security guards and RSA staff walking sound as customers. They looked at people and made notes!
I was there with 2 mates, sat inside in the corner. We had 4 schooners over 3 hours plus a large pizza each. We were just having a casual catch up, not even s big night. We were happily chatting away and the (manager) came over to one of the guys and told him that was his last beer and we'd have to leave. We hadn't been standing/swaying/shouting etc. Ironically he was the quietest of the 3 of us.
When I asked him why, his response was that he showed all the signs of drinking too much. I asked for further clarification and he said he looked tired.
I told him he'd also look tired if he worked 6 days a week and had just had a 3rd baby. It was his first night out for a while. The manager refused to change his mind and our night was unfairly and prematurely cut short by this fool.
Whilst this paranoia exists I'd strongly recommend going elsewhere for an evening beer. Dreadful oppressive atmosphere.

Food was great seating was tight couldn't get to and from table easily

food was general. nothing special. my wife got sick after eating the prawn pasta. so probably not a great place. nothing special and expensive.

Not a bad joint for a coupla pints and grub with me mates. Everyone seems to be wearing linen shirts though, musta missed the memo

I visited here because it have a reputation and it was very popular in Google. I ordered it medium and medium rare. However, the meat was too cooked and the meat itself was tasteless. I was at Sheraton on the Park, I took the time to visit, even though I was not near enough. but I regret it. The price is cheap so I give two stars. It 's strongly say not to go if someone goes.

25 years between visits and it doesn't seem to have changed much. Massive outdoor garden bar area with a huge fig tree central, very impressive. Great atmosphere late Saturday afternoon when we visited.

The oaks is a great place to unwind and grab a beer after work. Staff are friendly and the fairy lights outside are simple but great!

Warm friendly atmosphere great fish n chips ( flathead)

Always a great pub to go to, easy choice! Great food and service

This bar has a place for everybody. There's the giant tree with the outdoor party, there's the restaurant, the old school 70's bar, and the smaller rooms upstairs with leather couches and pool tables.

Good food in one of the best beer gardens on Sydney

Nice selection of beautique beers, pleasant courtyard and good food.

Easy place for afterwork drinks, many options/bars to choose from! Great food and good staff. Winner!!

The oak tree itself is beautiful and makes the place. We were disappointed of the food though- 29aud for a very average meal that I could cook much better at home.

ClassiC Australian pub, great atmosphere and great outside area!

A truly beautiful establishment with extremely helpful staff, we arrived in a large group and they were receptive and able to find a table for 18 people at short notice on a busy night - the staff did a great job of making our night really enjoyable and even supplied a Santa to walk around and talk to the kids.

Would happily visit again!

A really top quality hotel situated in Neutral Bay. The outside dining area near the trees in the back is very pleasant - summer or winter. A favourite for locals.

One of the best pubs on the north shore. The beer garden with the central oak tree is great day or night.

Great food and atmosphere in a pub setting. Park nearby in Coles.

Excellent food, and a great social atmosphere; the lights in the tree in the courtyard make a grand spectacle.

As good as it was 15 years ago, top service and really good food.

Can't sit outside on the rear patio without having to put up with cigarette smoke. Yuk.

A very homely and friendly venue with a very friendly and corteous service

Burger & chips should have been a whole lot better! Dry burger and little flavour at $23 should have been heaps better!

Taffys is great. I would have given the joint a 5 but for this monstrosity in the corner. The noise it makes when people are playing is great for giving you the urge to finish your beer and get out.

Fun place with many dining area options -- great pub vibe inside, chill gardens outside. Decent beer selection and a nice menu.

need a rest ,relax,place to meet your friend ,enjoying the BBQ no place to think about just OAKS ,
Traditional good old English pub. Great place for after work drinks and to catch up with friends.
The prices was good ,salad bar and verity of BBQ.

One of the best pubs on the lower north shore. Great for lunch and dinner or just drinks! Great diverse menu. Staff are friendly and helpful!

Great space. Perfect outdoor area. Sports bar is brilliant too

Its not bad just full of rich douche bags and over priced beer.

The Oaks Hotel has gone through a great renovation, with major improvements to the bar and grill section. Fantastic all round pub, with a good sports bar, great outdoor drinking area under the oak tree idea for weekend beers in the summer. The recently renovated bar and grill now tops the pub off. Great place to go for the novelty factor alone of cooking your own steaks. I attended one of The Oaks Hotel's master class sessions with Anthony from Victor Churchill meats and the three course menu with matching wines was fantastic. The food was fresh and innovative, the master classes are a new concept but something I'd recommend.

Brilliant location for work get together. Great staff and great food.

Preferred place over the Crowsnest Hotel, where the bouncers are terrible. The Oaks is the place to be at lower north shore. Stay away from Crowsnest Hotel, the bouncers make the experience horrendous.

I like that they have a takeaway bottle-o always with very nice and helpful staff when all the other liquor shops have closed. The pub itself re food and drinks is ok wish they still served Japanese beer-Asahi Dry please, Mr Manager! The big oak tree in the courtyard is nice but it's often a bit too loud, crowded and smoky for me. But at least a bit of liveliness and night life in the area which is very much needed and appreciated!

very nice and entertainment place. tasty food as well

Historic bar and grill, still as good as their reputation 40 years ago!

Amazing atmosphere. Well organized for covid situation

Great place to host a party of 40 people!! Friendly staff

Great atmosphere that's let down by average overpriced pub food.

Lovely old pub with great rooms upstairs. Good in summer as well

Great place, very big, so much so that although I visited twice on the same I only managed to see some of it. Building work going on in a small area, but that is with the intention of making the place even bigger. Out front on the main road they have just finished the sports bar, looks great. Huge Oak tree in the centre of the courtyard out the back. Ample seating, great choice of food and drinks. On a Sunday I was able to get a pint of Pirate Life IPA for $9.20. You don't get that drink for that cheap in many places.

An institution known for atmosphere and quality. Hard to fault.

Great night at the bar and grill restaurant. Has a great range of craft beers and a good range of aged steaks to try. We went with a 1.5kg tomahawk between three of us with green beans and potatoes which was the perfect meal for less then $30 per head.

Great pub. Large. Lovely outdoor area beer garden with HUGE tree. Yummy meals. Lovely staff.

I went to the oaks on a Friday night. We got prime position in the beer garden under the beautiful oak tree which is lit up with gorgeous Christmas lights. Service was friendly and food came out quickly. I had a $22 veggie burger - slightly overpriced but delicious. This is a great casual pub/hotel.

Decent spot for a beer and a feed, or the start of a good night with friends. Beer garden is nice too