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

$5 glass of house 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.

A group of people inside a dimly lit green-walled bar or restaurant, with some sitting at tables and others standing, engaged in conversation. Two individuals are standing near a window, one with a shaved head and the other holding a blank piece of paper, appearing to be in a close, intense discussion. There are framed signs and a window with blinds, along with warm lighting from a lamp.

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…

Friday, Jan 30th - 7.30pm

Jacob Jake & The Skeleton Crew LIVE

Saturday, Jan 31st - 7.30pm

Hammond Organ Trio LIVE

Wednesday, Feb 4th - 7.30pm

No Exit presented by Rotpunkt

Original script by Jean-Paul Sartre, translated by Paul Bowles.
By Arrangement with ORiGiN™ Theatrical
On Behalf of Samuel French
A Concord Theatricals Company.

TIX HERE

Thursday, Feb 5th - 2pm

No Exit presented by Rotpunkt

Original script by Jean-Paul Sartre, translated by Paul Bowles.
By Arrangement with ORiGiN™ Theatrical
On Behalf of Samuel French
A Concord Theatricals Company.

TIX HERE

Thursday, Feb 5th - 7.30pm

Jack Willsmore presents Jazz & Poetry with special guests LIVE

Friday, Feb 6th - 7.30pm

No Exit presented by Rotpunkt

Original script by Jean-Paul Sartre, translated by Paul Bowles.
By Arrangement with ORiGiN™ Theatrical
On Behalf of Samuel French
A Concord Theatricals Company.

TIX HERE

Saturday, Feb 7th - 2pm

No Exit presented by Rotpunkt

Original script by Jean-Paul Sartre, translated by Paul Bowles.
By Arrangement with ORiGiN™ Theatrical
On Behalf of Samuel French
A Concord Theatricals Company.

TIX HERE

Sunday, Feb 8th - 6.30pm

No Exit presented by Rotpunkt

Original script by Jean-Paul Sartre, translated by Paul Bowles.
By Arrangement with ORiGiN™ Theatrical
On Behalf of Samuel French
A Concord Theatricals Company.

TIX HERE

Monday, Feb 9th - 8.30am

SUPERBOWL @ Erns

  • buffalo wings

  • buckets of beers

  • big screen

  • high-brow US political debate

Thursday, Feb 12th - 7.30pm

Jack Willsmore presents Jazz & Poetry with special guests LIVE

Friday, Feb 13th - 7.30pm

Aaron Thomas LIVE

Saturday, Feb 14th

CLOSED for a PRIVATE PARTY from 6.30pm

Sunday, Feb 15th - 4pm-8pm

Swing Dancing

Thursday, Feb 19th - 7.30pm

Jack Willsmore presents Jazz & Poetry with special guests LIVE

Friday, Feb 20th - 6.30pm

Annual Ern Malley Fringe Procession for the Revitilisation of the Soul of Adelaide

  • meet at Ern

  • dress up in your most Adelaide Fringe costume

  • bring an instrument

  • walk with the gang from Ern to Rundle street

    (all public drinking citation paid for by Ern Malley est. 1943 pty ltd)

Friday, Feb 20th - 7.30pm

Combo da Jazz LIVE

Saturday, Feb 21st

CLOSED for a PRIVATE PARTY

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: hello(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.

Live jazz band performing on stage at night in an outdoor venue, surrounded by an audience sitting at tables with drinks and food, decorated with string lights and lush greenery.