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Yep, that’s right.
You can get the BEST Beer Quality in Australia, right here in Shortland.
Award-winning beer, unparalleled service and a team guaranteed to make you smile! From punters to party goers, escape the hustle & bustle of the inner Newcastle City! We cater to all walks of life.
The Shorty, Where good vibes meet great service
With a 'country pub' feel and a large space, The Shorty caters for everyone. Whether you want a quiet beer and game of pool with your mates or a family outing we have it all.
Award winning quality!
In 2023, our industry body awarded us with Australia’s Best Draught Beer Quality. After receiving the winning NSW’s Best Draught Beer Quality in 2019 and 2022, the cleanliness and taste of all our tap beer is officially recognised as the best across the nation. Our Bottlemart was also named finalist in NSW’s Best Bottleshop category too.
In 2018, we were nominated in 6 categories in the AHA NSW Awards. We were lucky enough to walk away as the winners with the the state’s Best Cheap Eat Under $15.
With our strong focus on excellence, consistency and innovation, we’re committed to our award-winning standards.
50 years strong in the heart of Shortland, Nick took over management of the Shortland Hotel in mid-2014, including the bottleshop, bar and bistro.
The Shorty Hotel is a suburban hotel located about a 15 minute drive from the Newcastle CBD and only a short walk to the University of Newcastle