Business Details
Experience Historic Hospitality at Arab Steed Hotel
Established in 1849, Arab Steed Hotel stands as one of Adelaide's most historic hospitality venues. Under the stewardship of Shayne and Jill White since 1987, we've maintained a tradition of warm, family-run service that spans generations. Our commitment to quality meals and beverages has remained unwavering for over three decades, with dining options available across three distinct areas including our Bistro and Streetside venues. The hotel features a modern gaming room with 20 up-to-date machines, complemented by complimentary refreshments.Located at the southern end of Hutt Street in Adelaide's East End, we offer convenient access to both on-street parking and public transportation. Our venue combines historic charm with contemporary amenities, including a curated wine selection through our adjacent Hutt Street Cellars. With 175 years of continuous operation, we remain dedicated to providing authentic Australian pub experiences while embracing modern hospitality standards.
Services
Dining
Gaming Room
Gift Cards
Hutt Street Cellars
Events
Highlights and features
- We offer 175 years of combined hospitality experience in Adelaide
- Our family has operated the hotel since 1987 maintaining consistent quality
- Three distinct dining areas cater to diverse customer preferences
- Modern gaming room with 20 up-to-date machines available
- Adjacent Hutt Street Cellars provides expert wine selection services
What people say
Friendly service
Excellent food
Beautiful presentation
Great variety
Top notch
Services
Dining
Our dining services feature three distinct areas - Bistro, Streetside, and all bars - offering lunch and dinner daily. The menu includes share plates, salads, schnitzels, pub favourites, burgers, sides, and daily specials with takeaway options available. With kitchen hours from 12-9pm daily, we serve consistently quality meals that have earned us numerous positive reviews for presentation and taste.
Gaming Room
The gaming room features 20 modern machines with a mix of coin and banknote/ticket systems. Open from 11am-1am Monday to Saturday and 11am-10pm Sunday, the comfortable space offers complimentary tea and coffee. While gambling outcomes vary, we promote responsible gaming and maintain a spacious environment for customer comfort.
Hutt Street Cellars
Our adjacent liquor merchant provides a comprehensive wine selection for lunch or dinner enjoyment. Customers can access expert staff assistance for bottle selection with minimum purchase requirements applying. The store operates extended hours daily and offers online ordering for delivery or pickup convenience.
Gift Cards
We offer gift cards that provide flexible gifting options for friends and family. These cards allow recipients to choose their preferred experiences at our hotel or adjacent Cellars. The program provides a practical solution for those seeking thoughtful gifts that cater to individual preferences.
Events
The hotel hosts various events including street entertainment like fire dancer performances. Our historic venue provides an atmospheric setting for special occasions while maintaining regular dining and gaming operations. The events program enhances the traditional pub experience while attracting diverse customer groups.
People
Shayne White
Owner
With over 35 years operating the Arab Steed Hotel since 1987, Shayne White maintains the establishment's tradition of quality hospitality while ensuring modern service standards. His leadership preserves the venue's historic character.
Jill White
Owner
As co-owner since 1987, Jill White contributes to maintaining the family-operated hotel's reputation for friendly service and quality meals. Together with Shayne, she ensures consistent hospitality standards across all operations.
Ken Garvey
Head Chef
Leading the kitchen team, Ken Garvey oversees meal preparation that has consistently earned customer praise for presentation and taste. His culinary expertise contributes to the hotel's reputation for quality dining experiences.
Mark Lumb
Manager - Hutt Street Cellars
Mark Lumb manages the adjacent liquor merchant, ensuring expert wine selection services and maintaining the Cellars' reputation for knowledgeable staff assistance in beverage selection.
Petra
Hutt Street Cellars
As part of the Cellars team, Petra provides customer service and wine selection assistance, contributing to the store's reputation for knowledgeable staff and quality product offerings.
Questions
What dining options does Arab Steed Hotel offer?
We provide three dining areas - Bistro, Streetside, and all bars - serving lunch and dinner daily with takeaway options available.
What are the gaming room hours?
Our gaming room operates Monday to Saturday 11am-1am and Sunday 11am-10pm with 20 modern machines available.
Can I use BYO wine at the hotel?
We don't allow BYO but offer a corkage option with minimum bottle purchase requirements through our adjacent Hutt Street Cellars.
How long has the hotel been operating?
Arab Steed Hotel has provided hospitality services in Adelaide since 1849, making it one of the city's most historic pubs.
What gift options are available?
We offer gift cards that provide flexible gifting options for friends and family to enjoy our hotel or Cellars experiences.
Are there special events at the hotel?
We host various events including street entertainment like fire dancer performances while maintaining regular operations.
