What’s in a name? Plenty when it comes to this mainstay of residential North Adelaide. A haunt for locals since 1837, this solid brick building is reminiscent of a quaint British pub. With open fires, beer garden and pub grub featuring South Australian delicacies, it’s the type of place to drop in for a quick drink or linger over a date night dinner. 58 Finiss St, North Adelaide, britishhotel.com.au

Open seven days, this old school style pub is like stepping into the home of that rich uncle we all wish we had. Cosy nooks with plush armchairs around fireplaces surrounded by picture lined walls. The bar serves up a fine selection of craft beers and ciders and there’s also several function areas including a cool beer garden. Jazz on Wednesdays is popular with locals. 233 Franklin St, Adelaide, benjaminonfranklin.com.au

The sweeping views overlooking Adelaide is reason enough to drive (or walk) 20 minutes from the CBD to this country style pub. However, add in an extensive list of craft beers and traditional pub fare done right and you’ll be more than glad you made the journey. A popular resting spot with cyclists and make sure you vie for a possie on the balcony. Old Norton Summit Rd, Norton, scenichotel.com.au

Built in 1873, this is classical Adelaide pub is filled with character and old-fashioned charm. The large wrought-iron balcony is the perfect spot for sundowners and the Thursday and Saturday night’s ‘pint and parmy’ is popular with regulars. Affectionately known as ‘The Havey’ – this is the must have Adelaide experience. 162 Hutt St, Adelaide, thehavey.com.au

A local pub supporting local suppliers. Only South Australian craft beer is served in this circa 1876 boutique style pub. Here you can check small batch brews you simply won’t find easily and the food is also locally sourced. With open fires in winter, outdoor seating in summer and DJ’s playing ‘real’ music on Wednesdays, Friday and Saturday nights it’s not quite Adelaide’s best kept secret. 357 King William St, Adelaide, kingsheadpub.com.au

If only walls could talk. With a long history dating back to 1840 which includes a stint as the home of the SA Brewing Company, there’s more than meets the eye behind this gracious façade. In addition to a fine selection of beers, this is a serious venue for malt whiskies with a selection of more than 250 from all over the world. Food is pub fare with a twist, especially Roy’s legendary burgers. 106 Halifax St, Adelaide, robroyhotel.com.au

The Archer Part local pub, part club, part special occasion venue, this classic hotel ticks all the boxes. Watch the world go by from the magnificent wrought-iron balcony or cosy up in the library where the walls are lined with antique bookshelves housing a fine book collection. Meals are a mixture of old and new school and there’s a good selection of beers on tap. Open late on weekends. 60 O’Connell St, North Adelaide, archerhotel.com.au

Recently inducted into the South Australian Music Hall of Fame this is a pub for musos. Here you won’t find a fancy list of craft beers (only Coopers) or any food (except for the weekly BBQ jam), but you will find ex-drummer cum publican George Swallow who pulls the beers and is committed to providing a space for new bands starting out. Community spirit at its best. 232 Waymouth St, Adelaide, graceemilyhotel.com.au