The best Sunday roasts in Sydney

How much? $30-$34
What time? Sundays from noon
It’s hard to pick Sydney’s best Sunday roast, but if we had to, it’d go to The Bat and Ball. Winner of Time Out Sydney’s Best Casual Drinking Venue Award 2025, the feel-good Redfern pub has three cracking roasts on offer. Beautifully cooked rare scotch fillet comes with crunchy golden potatoes, roasted carrots, steamed greens, a fluffy Yorkie and a house-made, flavour-packed Diane sauce. The vego option features a house-made nut loaf amped up with mushroom gravy. And there’s half a roast chook for a steal at $30. If you’re thinking of coming down – and we really recommend that you do – come early. These bad boys sell out every week. Best enjoyed with a Guinness.

Time Out tip: You can now add extra yum sides like roast bone marrow, chicken stuffing, cauliflower cheese bake, pigs in a blanket and more.

How much? $30-$35 
What time? Sundays from noon
Few plates come to mind that are as fundamentally English as the Sunday Roast. It’s only fitting, then, that the Duke of Clarence – arguably Sydney’s most English boozer – has a Sunday menu dedicated exclusively to the almighty weekend lunch. Traditionalists will relish the choice of sirloin, porchetta or lamb, all of which come with Yorkshire pudding, Dutch carrots, broccolini, peas and beef-fat roasted spuds. Vegetarians, meanwhile, can get their fix with an eggplant steak with black rice and quinoa. Should you add a juicy pig in a blanket to your order for the extra $4? Absolutely.

Time Out tip: You should probably make a booking, too; there isn’t a whole lot of wiggle room here, especially if you want to snag a spot near the fireplace (which you definitely do).

How much? $35
What time? Sundays from noon
Beef or lamb? “Definitely the lamb,” says the bartender, without hesitation. “The meat is really good, but do it for the cauliflower mornay.” He’s not wrong. Three very generous slices of leg meat arrive, perfectly rosy in the middle, draped over an avalanche of sides dressed with a (thankfully) light gravy: a colossal wedge of pumpkin, roasted potatoes, braised red cabbage and more than a ladle’s worth of that cauliflower and leek mornay. It’s every bit as creamy, salty, buttery and allium-rich as you’d hope. The value for money here is worth emphasising – this bad boy could feed two moderately hungry people, no doubt. The choice of two meats changes every Sunday, but there’s always Guinness on tap, comfy Chesterfield lounges to sit on and Jenga to play.

Time Out tip: What else could you possibly want? Dessert? It’s only $7 extra.

How much? $28-$33
What time? Sundays from noon
Swing on down to Woolloomooloo’s beloved theatre-pub The Old Fitz on Sundays and enjoy their hearty roast plus soulful live jazz music at the Main Bar. Choose from crackling pork belly, chicken Maryland or slow-roasted Japanese squash, all with trimmings: crisp roast potatoes, carrots, seasonal greens, and a Yorkshire pudding. Or come with a mate and get all three.

Time Out tip: Can't make it on Sunday? Get there on Trivia Tuesday.  

How much? $28
What time? Sundays from noon
The Union Jack flies outside this British boozer every day, but on Sundays it feels particularly patriotic. There’s cricket on the telly, whole generations of families gathered by the bar, and plates of roast pork with all the trimmings coming out of the kitchen. Take a seat at one of the dark oak tables, under the 17th century hunting pictures, and order the roast. Choose between two meaty cuts of pork loin or lamb rump, set on a bed of pumpkin and greens, roasted potatoes and doughy Yorkshire puds that are perfect for mopping up the thick gravy.

Time Out tip: Homesick Poms will love the vibe of this busy pub. For the hybrids, don’t worry – they’ve got Hawke’s lager, Three Sheets and VB on tap.

How much? $30
What time? Sundays from noon
Bring the family along to this Parra pub and get around the Sunday roast which gives you half a rack of pork ribs, a 200 gram rump steak, coleslaw, fries and gravy – it’s hearty, home-style comfort food. And in even better news, kids eat free on Sundays – making it not only a yum outing, but an affordable one, too.

Time Out tip: It's dog-friendly, so there's no need to leave Coco the cavoodle at home.   

How much? $28-$34
What time? Sundays from noon until sold out
One of Balmain’s most-loved pubs, The London Hotel is serving proper chef’s Sunday roasts all winter long. Choose from sirloin of beef with horseradish cream, pork belly and loin with apple sauce and crackling, honey glazed ham with parsley sauce, braised lamb shank with mint sauce, or a creamed spinach, leek and mushroom pithivier for the vegos.

Every roast comes loaded with Yorkshire pudding, roast potatoes, carrot and swede mash, braised red cabbage, leek and peas. Basically, everything you want on a cold Sunday arvo. Best enjoyed with a red wine or Guinness.

How much? $36-$38
What time? Sundays from 11.30am
With soaring glass windows, eucalyptus-green booths, elegant moon lights and period-style oak panelling, Morrison’s Oyster Bar and Grill channels a classy-yet-relaxed steakhouse with big city energy. The team is committed to sourcing premium Aussie meat, so if you dine here, know you’re enjoying some of the best. That includes their meat for their Sunday roast. Choose from slow-roasted Angus rump cap, or herbed–stuffed pork belly with all the trimmings: golden Yorkshire pud, crisp roast spuds, caramelised shallots, roast veg, buttery greens and, of course, gravy.

Time Out tip: For $54, you can follow your roast with either a Basque cheesecake or Valrhona chocolate mousse with 'very good cream' for dessert. We’re hungry just thinking about it.

How much? $38
What time? Daily from noon
Home of The Big Yorkie, Forrester's in Surry Hills doesn't reserve its roast for Sundays – it's available every single day. Serving a roast of the week with potatoes, carrots, peas and gravy inside a giant Yorkshire pudding, you can be sure this is a roast not to be missed.

Time Out tip: While The Big Yorkie is available every day, it sells out regularly – so come early if you don't wanna miss out.

How much? $28
What time? Sundays from noon
For more than 125 years, the Royal on Norton Street has been delighting locals. As the saying goes, if it ain't broke, don't fix it – and this is true for the Sunday roast, which sells out super fast and you'll soon see why. The chef's choice of slow-roasted meat comes with all the trimmings – so you'll have a happy full belly which will leave you ready for a little nap afterwards.

Time Out tip: You'll need to go to the Botanical dining room and terrace for your roast. 

How much? $33
What time? Sundays from noon
"We'd be hung, drawn and quartered if we ever stopped doing the roast." Read: book a table and get in early. While this historic pub in Rozelle follows the wintery Sunday roast trend, the point of difference here is a choice of pork belly with roast fennel and applesauce, or Angus beef loin with roast carrots and the requisite crunch of a Yorkshire pudding. Rather than laying in a bath of gravy, this happy roast family saw just a splash of the warming salty sauce alongside a dash of cream. 

Time Out tip: Vego or vegan? No worries – there's something for everyone. Nice.

How much? $30
What time? Sundays from noon
Going strong since 1882, The Erko is an excellent place to spend an afternoon, whether it’s sipping on a cold one at the outside tables or beating your mate at a game of pool. The old pub also serves a hearty and good-value Sunday roast, featuring tender roast beef, honey-mustard parsnips, golden roast potatoes, carrots, rainbow chard and a big Yorkshire pudding, all doused in a glossy gravy. Dogs are welcome – yay!

Time Out tip: Kids eat free every Sunday when an adult main meal is purchased, so bring the entire family. 

How much? $29.90
What time? Saturdays and Sundays from noon
Dove and Olive is a longtime favourite for those on the hunt for a bargain (and let's face it, who isn't in this town?). This is one of the better value roasts in Sydney, and they don't skimp on the portion size either. There's beef, lamb, vegetarian and vegan roasts each week and they like to shake things up so no two weeks are the same. The best part is they don't always stick to an obvious script, so there might even be a smoked honey-glazed ham to honour Christmas in July. 

Time Out tip: Be aware that if you choose a vegan roast, you will miss out on a yorkie. 

How much? $23-$30
What time? Sundays from noon
When the sun’s shining, scoring a seat on The Royal’s balcony is akin to The Swans scoring a goal. That’s because sitting there overlooking charming Five Ways in Paddington is bliss. And on a Sunday it’s made even better with the cracking Sunday roast. There’s Wagyu topside, or a half roast chook. Both are served with honey-roasted carrot, triple-cooked potatoes, bacon and peas, cabbage and a huge Yorkshire pudding. And gravy, of course. Take it from us, it's yum.

How much? $32-$35
What time? Sundays from 11.30am
Enjoy a Sunday session at Bondi’s salty babe Rocker and pair your Spritz or Marg with a hearty feed. Choose from Wagyu beef rump, juicy pork belly or maple-spiced roast pumpkin with all the usual suspects. If you’re ravenous, go for their epic Big Roast – order it for the table and share it with your mate (or not – we won't judge).

Time Out tip: Add a glass of house wine or tap beer to your roast order and pay only $44.

How much?$34
What time? Sundays from 4pm
If you’re in the Cross and have a hankering for a hearty roast, head to old faithful Jangling Jack’s, which opens on Sundays (and every other day) from 4pm. The roast meat changes weekly, but you can always count on it coming with hasselback potatoes, roasted pumpkin, minty peas, a fresh Yorkshire pudding and buttery gravy. Pair it with one of Jack’s top-notch cocktails, and you’re in for a great Sunday feed. Plus, there's live jazz on Sundays.

How much? $45
What time? Sundays, noon-3pm
As the temperature drops, Woollahra’s long-standing French institution Bistro Moncur serves a cracking roast on Sundays. Each week, head chef Tom Deadman will select two different roasts that will rotate weekly. Sourced from Australia’s finest regional producers and served with all the trimmings like a classic Yorkshire pudding, duck fat potatoes and a glossy jus. Bistro Moncur has been open for more than 30 years and, just like a fine wine, keeps getting better with age.

Time Out tip: Speaking of vino, order a glass or two of their top drops to go with your roast and it’ll be a fine Sunday indeed.

How much? $29
What time? Sundays from noon
The London may be one of many in the Paddington pub cluster but this prettied-up old terrace keeps sport-loving locals on side with friendly staff, cold beers and a tasty English-inspired menu including one heck of a Sunday roast. Choose from pork, beef or spatchcock – all of which come a generous helping of all the trimmings, including Yorkshire puddings. 

Time Out tip: Indulge in their $12 Spritz special to go with your roast.

How much? $35
What time? Sundays from noon
Named after nearby Folly Point in Cammeray, this good-looking 130-seater is owned by hospitality guns and long-time mates Lachy Sturrock and Sam Smith. And on Sundays they offer a rocking roast. Choose from  lamb, porchetta or slow-cooked beef brisket – they all come with like golden potatoes, carrots, Brussels sprouts, a Yorkshire pudding and a red wine gravy.

Time Out tip: Stay on for live music from 4pm onwards – it could be acoustic guitar one Sunday and jazz the next. 

How much? $34
What time? Sundays from noon
City dwellers aching for tree-change should head to the Riverview. Found between the quaint cottages and terraces of Balmain, this corner pub fits in easily beside its country village cousins: expertly poured Guinness on tap, friendly but no-nonsense bar staff and a constant rabble of adorable kids and dogs bobbing about. Upstairs you’ll find a rather posh dining room where the Sunday roast is king. Slow-roasted Riverina beef brisket, baked veggies, seeded mustard gravy, Yorkshire pudding – it's a no-brainer.

Time Out tip: It's got something fun happening every night of the week, so you can keep coming back for more. 

How much? $30
What time? Sundays from noon 
Nobody ever just drops into the Woolwich Pier for a casual roast. It takes careful planning, because they only make 30 of them each Sunday and they often sell out by 1pm, which means your window for hearty roast satisfaction is criminally slim. The menu features a weekly rotation of meats, including a traditional porchetta roast and succulent roast chicken, and comes with seasonal veg, chat potatoes, apple puree, house-made gravy and a Yorkshire pud. In short, these are premium roasts worth the effort, but don’t turn up late.

Time Out tip: Pre-book a table to be sure of a tan leather booth in the gorgeous light-filled main room, or a bench in the lively courtyard with its black-and-white striped umbrellas and city views. 

How much? $30
What time? Sundays from noon
The Four in Hand kitchen has seen some pretty serious chefs manning the pans in its time, including Colin Fassnidge and Guillaume Brahimi. It's good to know that, even now, this Paddo stalwart takes this roast meats business pretty seriously. The sunny bar is often less crowded at lunch, so the early bird really does snag the proverbial worm here. Each week, the choice of beast rotates between pork, beef and lamb, with the traditional supporting cast: seasonal vegetables, gravy and a Yorkshire pudding. 

Time Out tip: Throw in a spiffy crowd, a rather sophisticated pub wine list and you have the perfect Eastern Suburbs' Sunday session.

How much? $29-$32
What time? Sundays from noon
The Charo has gone all out on the fancy gastro-pub front, complete with comfy chairs near the fireplace and, of course, a Sunday roast. There are five options to choose from here, with a roasted pork belly with cider-poached apples, roast sirloin with market veggies, a slow-roasted leg of lamb with housemade mint sauce (nice) and vegetarian and vegan options of miso-glazed Japanese pumpkin with sage and hazelnut stuffing (there's a yorkie pudding and roast potatoes option in there for the vegos).

Time Out tip: The Sunday roast goes on from noon until 8pm, so you can have enjoy it for lunch or dinner.