The best beer gardens on the Mid North Coast
Venues with outdoor spaces to enjoy this spring.
Ellie Chamberlain
October 06, 2025
Here are our picks of pubs and hotels with great beer gardens to enjoy during the warmer weather.
If your favourite isn’t on the list, email us at [email protected]
There’s plenty of space in this tavern’s beer garden, including a stage for live music and projector for films under the stars.
📍Cnr Ocean and Emerald Drives, Port Macquarie
🕰️ Monday to Sunday, 10am ‘til late
This brewery and bar hosts live music gigs and serves wood-fired pizzas every friday night.
📍6b Acacia Ave, Port Macquarie
🕰️ Wednesday and Thursday 2pm - 6pm, Friday 2pm - 8pm, Saturday 1pm - 5pm
A 15-foot giraffe out front and a great children’s playground on site, this is a winner for a family-friendly day out.
📍1235 High St, Wauchope
🕰️ Monday to Sunday, 10am ‘til late
Located on the Macleay River, this venue is perfectly situated for a stunning sunset. There are plenty of seats outdoors – on the veranda or grass – with an outdoor playground for the kids. It’s pet-friendly as well.
Image: Riverside Tavern Facebook page
📍92 New Entrance Rd, South West Rocks
🕰️ Monday to Sunday, 10am ‘til late
Known for its live entertainment, including big name acts, the Hoey Moey’s beer garden is built for a crowd.
📍84 Ocean Parade, Coffs Harbour
🕰️ Monday to Sunday, 10am ‘til late
Live music, a kids playground, food trucks and a big screen for the game, Old Bar Tavern is known for its arvo sessions.
📍13 Saltwater Rd, Old Bar
🕰️ Monday to Sunday, 10am ‘til late
We hope you like our list. Think we’ve forgotten something? Email the details to [email protected]
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Thumbnail: Old Bar Tavern.