Ern Malley

Est. 1943

Australia’s Oldest Literary Bar

137 Magill Rd, Stepney, SA 5069

Mon & Tues: Closed

Wed & Thurs: 4pm till late

Fri & Sat: 3pm till late

Free tapas & $5 glass of wine Fri & Sat, 3-6pm

Every second Sunday for Swing Dancing from 4pm

Plat du Jour & Live music every Friday night

Readings Wednesday night from 6.30pm

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Headfirst into the beautiful accident…

Open since 1943, this Adelaide venue has been at the vanguard of the Australian literary, music and arts scene for over 80 years. Known for its candlelit ambience, live music, classic cocktails, sing-a-longs around the piano, esteemed literary events, and incredible collection of original artworks, Ern Malley continues to draw thirsty conversationalist from far and wide.

For more information about Ern Malley the poet, Max Harris, and the incredible story, please visit the official website here.

…Coming up at Ern Malley…

Wednesday, Aug 27th - 6.30pm

‘Here Are My Demands’ by Andrew Roff

Book Launch

presented by Wakefield Press

RSVP Essential

***RESCHEDULED****

The Ern Malley Readings

feat. Chelsea Avard, Ben Adams & Thom Sullivan

***RESCHEDULED****

Thursday, Aug 28th - 7.30pm

The Ern Malley Residency for Very Talented Musicians is back

feat.

The SQUALOR (LIVE)

Friday, Aug 29th - 7.30pm

Different Folk for Different Folk

feat. Ned Baulderstone, Kier Stevens (Vic), Aimee Wilson & Dieter Horvat

TIX HERE

Saturday, Aug 30th - 7.30pm

Maisie B & Harrison Smith LIVE

Wednesday, Sept 3rd - 5.30pm

Come and help us celebrate the book launch of

The Pacific Tale: Short Fiction from 1890-1950 by Mandy Treagus, hosted by Phillip Butterss

Thursday, Sept 4th - 7.30pm

The Ern Malley Residency for Very Talented Musicians is back

feat.

The SQUALOR (LIVE)

Friday, Sept 5th - 7.30pm

The Daniel Cavallaro Trio LIVE

feat. Johnny Turner (saxophone), Hugo Evans (Guitar) and Daniel Cavallaro (Bass)

Saturday, Sept 6th

OPEN 3-7pm

CLOSED for a PRIVATE PARTY 7pm til late

Thursday, Sept 11th - 7.30pm

The Ern Malley Residency for Very Talented Musicians is back

feat.

The SQUALOR (LIVE)

Friday, Sept 12th - 7pm

FLEURIEU FOLK LIVE MUSIC

feat. Jess O’Niell, Aza Newland & Ville Karvonen

Saturday, Sept 13th - 7pm

SEA SHANTIES

Come on down for the final sea shanty sing-a-long of the year!

Sunday, Sept 14th - 4-8pm

Swing & Blues Dancing

Everyone welcome

Come say hello!

****WE NO LONGER REQUIRE RESERVATIONS****

Though bookings are encouraged for groups of five or more

  • 137 Magill Rd

    Stepney SA 6059

  • Mon/Tues: CLOSED
    Wed to Sat: 4pm – late Sun: 4pm - 9pmish

Get in touch to book an event or function, or ask a question…

Email: paul(at)ernmalley.com.au

Call: 0434 786 755

(we have a very old phone, so we don’t always notice voicemails. Best to email if you don’t catch us on the bell.