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…

Friday, Aug 8th - 7pm

Rupert Bullard (TAS) LIVE

Stand By The Land TOUR

Wednesday, Aug 13th - 6.30pm

The Ern Malley Readings return…

Thursday, Aug 14th - 8pm

LIVE music with Oz Rock Jesse

Friday, Aug 15th - 7.30pm

Harrison Smith Trio LIVE

Saturday, Aug 16th - 7.30pm

Sea Shanties ARE BACK

  • live sing a longs

  • Guinness on tap

  • Irish Stew

Wednesday, Aug 20th - 6.30pm

The Ern Malley Readings continue…

Wednesday, Aug 27th - 6.30pm

The Ern Malley Readings continue…

Thursday, Aug 28th - 7.30pm

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

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.