The Archer Hotel
ProHighlights
- Upstairs Balcony Bar for up to 260 cocktail or 80 seated, with two private bars
- Cocktail menu of any five items from $45 per person
- Five function spaces, from a 20-seat library to an L-shaped beer garden
About The Archer Hotel
The Archer Hotel is a heritage pub on O'Connell Street in North Adelaide, with a history dating back to 1849 and a medieval-inspired fit-out. It hosts birthdays, engagements, weddings, Christmas parties and corporate events across five function spaces. The Balcony Bar takes up the whole upper floor, with exposed brick, hardwood floors and ornate high ceilings. It opens onto a wide balcony, has two private bars, and holds 260 for cocktails or 80 seated. Also upstairs, the Library is a bright, book-lined room for 40 standing or 20 seated, with its own private bar. It suits private dinners, small celebrations and business events. Downstairs, the Bistro Room has three vintage timber booths, a fireplace and exclusive access to the bar, holding 70 standing or 50 seated. Opened up with the Pool Room it takes 100 standing or 60 seated, and the L-shaped Beer Garden holds 100 standing or 60 seated, with booths, umbrellas and an 80-inch screen with a soundbar. The cocktail menu lets you choose any five items for $45 per person, for at least 30 guests, and share platters serve 10. Drinks packages run for three or four hours. Room hire and minimum spends are set by the functions team, and a $500 deposit confirms the booking. Send an enquiry with your date, numbers and preferred room.
Inclusions & amenities
Venue type
Budget
Food & drinks
Features
Facilities
Pricing
A $500 deposit confirms a booking. Food is paid two weeks before the event, and any balance is settled by the end of the night.
Food
The menu is confirmed a week before the event, and dietary requirements are catered for with notice.
Beverages
Wine brought in by arrangement attracts corkage of $35 per bottle, up to six bottles.
Availability
Frequently asked questions
How many guests can The Archer Hotel hold?
The upstairs Balcony Bar holds 260 for cocktails or 80 seated. The Beer Garden and the Bistro and Pool Room each take 100 standing or 60 seated, the Bistro Room 70 standing or 50 seated, and the Library 40 standing or 20 seated.
How much does function catering cost?
The cocktail menu is any five items for $45 per person, with extra items at $8 per person and a minimum of 30 guests. Share platters for 10 people range from $75 to $150.
What drinks packages are offered?
The Bowman package is $55 per person for three hours or $75 for four hours. The Archer package, with a wider wine list and more beers on tap, is $70 per person for three hours or $90 for four hours.
Is security needed for an 18th or 21st?
Yes. Security staff are required for 18th and 21st birthdays and for any function with more than 100 guests, arranged by the hotel and charged to the host.
Can I bring my own cake?
Yes. The hotel will refrigerate your cake at no charge and supply cutlery and napkins. Chefs can cut and plate it for $2.50 per serve, or a $25 flat fee applies if you cut and serve it yourself.
Where we are
Suitable occasions
Jym PP
3 months ago
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ WOW! What has happened to this pub?! I visited yesterday and was blown away by the difference. The food was absolutely amazing – there must be a new chef! The menu is much better laid out, the portions were generou…
Paul Truscott
3 months ago
Really enjoyed it at the Archer. Stopped in for a couple lunch specials. Initially we weren’t sure how it would go when asking for a slight change to the menu but then on further discussion it turned out exceptionally we…
Elaine M
2 years ago
Stopped in on a Thursday evening for dinner and the new gluten free options are delicious. The crumb on the chicken schnitzel was so crispy and tasty. I had it with the green peppercorn sauce and the mushroom gravy (coul…
Ilias M
4 weeks ago
Saturday night in North Adelaide, looking for a few drinks and something easy to eat? This place hit the spot! The pizzas were amazing, and the service was just as good. Even though it was really busy, the staff were all…
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