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Finnegan's Hotel
- +61249264777
- 21 Darby Street, Newcastle, New South Wales 2300, Australia
Published:
June 29, 2024
About Finnegan's Hotel
Bistro meals and Asian dishes in an easygoing venue with a large-screen TV, live music and DJs.
Dine in
Takeout
Delivery
Service Options
Highlights
Great cocktails
Live music
Live performances
Offerings
Alcohol
Beer
Cocktails
Dancing
Food
Food at bar
Happy hour drinks
Hard liquor
Wine
Atmosphere
Casual
Payments
Credit cards
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entrance
Wheelchair accessible restroom
Amenities
Restroom
Crowd
Groups
Parking
Free street parking
Paid street parking
Map
Finnegan's Hotel Reviews
Worst place, waited 40 minutes in line for security to judge a male from having 1 drink but letting loads of highly intoxicated females into the venue.
Let all of our friends into the club except the designated driver. Had a conversation with the security regarding this matter and he was nothing but rude, guy needs to be fired from his job.
Old guy needs to go to specspavers.
- grace rose
6 Sat 2024 at 12.03 am
Women stay clear, got kicked out because I made eye contact with a security guard- not too intoxicated just having a good time, didn’t even let me tell my friends that I’m leaving. Everyone says this place promotes abuse and spiking from security guards
- Brad Bull
6 Sat 2024 at 12.03 am
Was kicked out for leaning on the power bank rental waiting for my girlfriend to hire one. Was told I was too intoxicated, (hadn’t drank for atleast 2 hours) was then told I could speak to a security guard before I was kicked out and didn’t get to speak to anyone.
- Spam Mpas
6 Sat 2024 at 12.03 am
Waited an hour to get in and paid 10 bucks to be kicked out and locked out in 30 seconds for trying to order a drink.
Only go here if you feel like being spiked or glassed.
- Edina Jane
6 Sat 2024 at 12.03 am
Very unwelcome response we received from the security was absolutely appalling!
Only living in Newcastle for a couple of years, this is the only time that I have ever felt uncomfortable and mistreated or judged.
I had two visitors with me from Sydney who witnessed this behaviour and it did not go down well.
I can understand if we were a group of boys or men, but we were three women attempting to enter the venue. unnecessarily spoken to like a peace of….,,,, from the security, after ID was scanned I was singled out by a second guard and questioned, my ID requested.
I understand the importance of having security at a venue to maintain order, but seriously cut the attitude and the rudeness it’s just not necessary.
- ᴢᴀᴛʜʟᴜᴛᴇ
6 Sat 2024 at 12.03 am
Treated really poorly at the entry by security and staff, we were sober and the guy mocked us. Eventually letting us back in after letting a heap of people move Infront of us. It was really demeaning, there's much better managed clubs out there that don't give off bad vibes.
- Millie Shorter
6 Sat 2024 at 12.03 am
Totally appalling to hear how a woman who’s drink was spiked last week was treated by the venues management and security. And then to make a public statement about their ‘ask for angela’ initiative that claims to protect people if they’re feeling uncomfortable within the venue. These values are obviously not truly held by your staff or security when it comes to a person being in real danger in your venue.
Thank god her friends were on the ball protecting her even though they were laughed at and not believed by the venues licencee and intimidated and disbelieved by security. Do a hell of a lot better, Finnegans. Look after the young people who keep your venue alive and believe them when they need your help.
- Tess Thurston
6 Sat 2024 at 12.03 am
This is not a safe pub for women, recently a woman had her drink spiked here. She was unable to walk or speak and in and out of consciousness. The head security guard was unwilling to provide any sort of assistance, was trying to intimidate the girls friends who reported the spiking to him, and was aggressive towards the women trying to get help. This pub has covered up multiple spiking incidents and should be under investigation by the police. I have filed a report to the ACCC for further investigation into their conduct.
- Kyle Mulholland
6 Sat 2024 at 12.03 am
The feed here is next level. The flavours that hit the palette are so moreish. The staff were very accommodating with such short notice for our booking. Speedy service, and looked after our every need.
I highly recommend this place for your next outing
- Rose-Anne M
6 Sat 2024 at 12.03 am
The beer was very nice. The arancini balls were very nice. The staff was friendly and efficient.
- Myles Brunt
6 Sat 2024 at 12.03 am
My girlfriend got felt up by a man passing by her in this club. A security guard took down her name as we were leaving a half hour’s after initially alerting one after the incident - and put it in his notes on his phone saying they’ll ‘check their cameras’ and told her to ask next time she’s there to get an update on the situation.
- Eden Monro
6 Sat 2024 at 12.03 am
Love the security/staff out the front. I was complemented on my moko kauae (Maori women's face tattoo) and let in no problem, unlike King Street who denied me entry because of my tattoo. Also love the Airconditioning, must have in summer!!
- Reece and Ben
6 Sat 2024 at 12.03 am
Jesus I am too old for this place now. It was the first time I've ever been there. My old man worked there in the day, round late 90s early 2000s (i think, could have been earlier than that but i ant asking him at 1:38 in the morning) as a chef so actually going inside and seeing what the place was like was kind of a trip. I know it would have changed a lot since he worked there, who knows. Anyway, I digress. Anyway, it's a pub. I was there for a child free drinking night with my mates from charlestown dungeons and dragons adventurers league. Nerds, amirite? Anyway. The place was a stark reminder of how old I am now hahaha I went home with my dignity. I can only hope I can say the same for some of the younger folk there tonight. Maybe it's the old barman in me but geez Louise I felt for the staff. I watched a guy swirl his drink splashing it all over the bar like it was no biggie. He wasnt the only one, either. The young bartender just smiled as they cleaned the bar with a handy rag you knew they had way too much experience with. Thank you for your service, by the way. I ended having a little dance. The security guard even let me use the bathroom after id already left before i called an uber. Top bloke. To be honest, it was a bit of a pub crawl because one of the crew had just turned 18. He's going to feel it tomorrow. Cheers for a good end to my night, Finnegans crew.
- Lilli Hinz
6 Sat 2024 at 12.03 am
I wish the DJ did more DJ rather than put one song on top of the other. It didn’t flow let him try again pls
- Kyra
6 Sat 2024 at 12.03 am
I went to Finnegan's over the weekend to enjoy the night with some friends. It was pretty fun! It was moderately crowded, so plenty of people to complete the atmosphere but not shoulder to shoulder. There were three different rooms with various music, so you always have another choice. Though, I must say downstairs was the only room I really liked. It also has a stage! I didn't buy any drinks, but I've heard they are expensive. They have a free water tap at the bar as well. It was free entry before 11pm, so there was no fee when I got there - although it's around $10 afterwards.
- Bradley Martin
6 Sat 2024 at 12.03 am
I was with my wife, who they wanted to let in without me. Yes… the security literally said that they would let my wife in but not me. she obviously wasn’t going to do that. So we went elsewhere. Probably a good idea anyway after reading all the posts about woman getting spiked.. would give a lower rating if I could.
- Zac Jones
6 Sat 2024 at 12.03 am
I was kicked out for going to the bathroom and was told to stay 15m away from there or I would be fined, would not recommended a visit, L game
- Chloe Jacquiline
6 Sat 2024 at 12.03 am
If I could give zero stars, I would. If you are a woman DO NOT GO HERE! YOU ARE NOT SAFE AT FINNEGAN’S. They encourage spiking & abuse from security. I cannot stress enough; boycott this misogynist’s paradise. It is beyond unsafe. Do not go here!
- TWC TLC (ThaiTenille)
6 Sat 2024 at 12.03 am
Great place & staff. Big lines on wknds for entry, so you might want to get in line early if you are a tourist or 1st timer.
Banging tunes, variety of age groups & drink specials.
The place was very hip & clearly a favourite for the locals.
- Brayden Bint
6 Sat 2024 at 12.03 am
Great atmosphere and best staff and security i have met. Definitely recommend for a night out with friends.
- Will Cahalin
6 Sat 2024 at 12.03 am
Get kicked out because you didn’t get served the drinks you asked for? lol
- melissa macpherson
6 Sat 2024 at 12.03 am
Friendly door and bar staff.
Spacious dance floor and bar area .
Everyone enjoyed the DJ .
I had fun here...
- Heidi Schmitzer
6 Sat 2024 at 12.03 am
Finnigan’s has gone down majorly , one of the worst places in Newcastle, the security guards are nothing but power tripping narcissists. They don’t care how they treat you it’s actually so disgusting what they can get away with it. Shoving women down the stairs while we’re trying to leave , don’t bother wasting your time❌
- Ali Gulmez
6 Sat 2024 at 12.03 am
FINNEGANS WAS LOVELY AND TAYLOR SERVED US LOVELY BEERS AND SO QUICK AND SHE DESERVES A MASSIVE PAYRISE OR A PROMOTION AND THE RSA MARSHALLS ANDREW AND TEVITA ALSO DESERVE A PAYRISE AND A PROMOTION. I FIRMLY BELIEVE THAT TAYLOR, THE BARTENDER, TAVETE, THE RSA MARSHALL, AND THE SUPERVISORS I FORGOT HIS NAME BUT I THINK IT WAS ANDREW BUT NOT SURE HE WAS THE SUPERVISOR OF YHE SECURITY GUARDS OUTSIDE AT 12:03 AM SATURDAY MORNING (OR FRIDAY NIGHT). ANYWAYS THEY ALL DESERVE A RAISE OR PROMOTION!! BUG LOVE FROM ALI AND SAM
- Eri
6 Sat 2024 at 12.03 am
drink spiking a common occurrence with management not taking accountability and putting blame back on victims. A manager of the hotel incorrectly identified themselves as owner and the venue used this as an opportunity to discredit the experience of their patrons when one of their drinks were spiked, they were left outside waiting for help and then dismissed and assaulted by one of their security guards. Would not attend this venue ever
- Brandon Harvey
6 Sat 2024 at 12.03 am
Absolutely disgusting place! Security guards are rude and comment on a person’s appearance (speaking from experience) make comments like “Next time put in the effort, make the effort”! Not only that, they allowed a girl to get spiked for a second time, whilst also not getting her medical attention she so desperately needed! They brushed her off even when she was blacking in and out and going in an out of consciousness.
This place needs to be shut down, at minimum every single one of the security guards need to be fired!
There is a big difference between opinion and fact! They choose their opinion over medical attention. If that doesn’t say how bad this place is I don’t know what will!
- Carmel O Sullivan
6 Sat 2024 at 12.03 am
7 pm Friday night empty ordered a red wine didn't finish was in Byron bay wednesday night every place was hopping as an Irish bar went no atmosphere and no Irish except us 2 to be seen very disappointed
- sam
6 Sat 2024 at 12.03 am
18 year old "security guard" "kicking" me out, even when i havent been drinking, then having no idea what to do as i stood within 25 metres of the venue and even telling the security team that if they were going to remove me from the venue for being intoxicated then the should actually know what they are doing when im telling them what to to
- Simone Cook