Tucked away in Western Sydney’s suburb Rooty Hill, The Woodstock (formerly Carousel Inn) is a long-standing local favourite. After being snapped up by the family-owned Sydney hospo group Solotel (The Norfolk, Paddo Inn, Aria, The Clock) as they expand out west (joining the likes of Paramatta's Albion Hotel), the pub's been rejigged into a new, state-of-the-art community hub, complete with a bistro, sports bar and events centre.
Add to that a stellar new menu and a kids' area and you’ve got the ideal spot for Sunday lunch, knock-offs on a Friday or just somewhere to catch the game – all under the one roof.
If you’re heading down for a feed, you can expect a Mediterranean-inspired menu of pub classics at the family-friendly bistro. Order up one of the wood-fired pizzas, grilled meat dishes or large-plate offerings which are designed for sharing.
If you’ve brought the whole fam, your little wriggly ones can keep busy in the dedicated kids' area where they can slide down the slippery dip, draw on the chalk walls, play rounds of ping pong or have a go at the climbing frame. Or, invite your friends along too and take advantage of the venue’s 250-person event centre which is the perfect place to host your next party, be that a birthday, wedding or a big ole family reunion.
Sports fans are also welcome and can expect mega screens showcasing the latest matches, TAB, a poker room and even a bottle shop in case you want to take some cold ones to go.
The Woodstock is set to reopen on Friday, September 26 – just in time for the return of warmer weather. Doors open from 3pm, so come on down and grab a spot. Your seat will be waiting.
Find out more here.
Keen to check out the new joint? The Woodstock Hotel is offering one lucky Time Out reader and their crew the chance to score meals for whole year (yep, a $200 voucher every fortnight). Enter below for your chance to WIN.