
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
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
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137 Magill Rd
Stepney SA 6059
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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.



