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…

Sunday, March 22nd - 6.30pm

Eighty-Third Annual Ern Malley Memorial Fringe Procession cum TRIUMPH 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)

    *Really this time

Thursday, March 26th - 7.30pm

Amy Lee LIVE

Friday, March 27th - 7.30pm

Anna Freer and Tom Marlin LIVE

Saturday, March 28th - 7.30pm

Possibly a Martin Scorcese Movie Night

Wednesday, March 4th - 7pm

FRINGE SHOW

Topic Thunder Comedy

TIX HERE

Saturday, March 7th - 3pm

FRINGE SHOW

Where is My Mind? (Panel discussion)

Curated and facilitated by musicians and creative producers, Holly 'Cookie' Baker and Travis Demsey.

TIX HERE

Sunday, March 8th - 3pm

Swing & Blues Dancing

Wednesday, March 11th - 7pm

FRINGE SHOW

De Par En Par

Two Latin actors. Ten characters. Countless ways to love and fall apart. (Spanish language)

SOLD OUT!!

Thursday, March 12th - 7pm

FRINGE SHOW

De Par En Par

Two Latin actors. Ten characters. Countless ways to love and fall apart. (Spanish language)

SOLD OUT!!

Friday, March 13th - 7.30pm

Aaron Thomas & Friends LIVE

Saturday, March 14th - 3pm

FRINGE SHOW

Where is My Mind? (Panel discussion)

Curated and facilitated by musicians and creative producers, Holly 'Cookie' Baker and Travis Demsey.

TIX HERE

Saturday, March 14th - 6pm

FRINGE SHOW

De Par En Par

Two Latin actors. Ten characters. Countless ways to love and fall apart. (Spanish language)

SOLD OUT!!

Saturday, March 14th - 7.30pm

Blue Eyed Soul Sect LIVE

Tuesday, March 17th - 7pm

St Patrick’s Day

  • sea shanties

  • Guinness on tap

  • much frivolity and complaing about the protestant work ethic

Wednesday, March 18th - 7.30pm

FRINGE SHOW

The Molly Silvy Quintet LIVE

TIX HERE

Thursday, March 19th - 7.30pm

FRINGE SHOW

The Molly Silvy Quintet LIVE

SOLD OUT

Saturday, March 21st - 3pm

FRINGE SHOW

Where is My Mind? (Panel discussion)

Curated and facilitated by musicians and creative producers, Holly 'Cookie' Baker and Travis Demsey.

TIX HERE

Thursday, March 5th - 7pm

FRINGE SHOW

De Par En Par

Two Latin actors. Ten characters. Countless ways to love and fall apart. (Spanish language)

SOLD OUT!!

Friday, March 6th - 7.30pm

Jazz in Cheek Trio

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.