Spencer - Whyalla

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Spencer

Spencer
4.1 / 5 (4442 reviews)

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**Restaurant Review: A Mixed Bag of Experiences**

Nestled in Whyalla, this pub offers a blend of experiences, from friendly bar staff to notable live music. While some diners have enjoyed the warm atmosphere, consistently fresh food, and excellent service, others have faced disappointing meals and unexpected policies regarding dogs in the outdoor space. The lunch menu, though limited, features well-prepared dishes that leave a positive impression. Despite its mix of highs and lows, the venue retains a nostalgic charm that keeps some patrons returning. However, inconsistent service and food quality remain pivotal factors influencing overall impressions of the establishment.

Last update: 17.01.2026 from: Melanie

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★ 4.1 / 5 from 4442 reviews
melanie-robinson-mus-1
07.12.2024

Do not recommend this place at all. We are travelling Australia and like most travelling Aussie have dogs, (small very well behaved dogs). We asked if we could have them in the beer garden were told yes. Went around to the beer garden, sat down ordered paid for drinks (we were just about to order food). We didn't even get 2 sips into our drinks to be told we had to leave as it was their policy not to have dogs in their garden. Given that there was only 1 person in the whole pub (inside or out beside us), they could have at least let us finish our drinks before we left.

steve-hedges-fish840
07.12.2024

Went for lunch today. Used to be my place to hangout so to speak 40ish years ago, so I was keen to see how much it had changed. It is a lot quieter than it used to be, the old bar we drank is closed down. But the atmosphere is still warm and friendly, the music is still tops. The lunch menu is very limited but it was very nice, everything was cooked just right. Thoroughly enjoyed it and will be back for sure. Service: 4

natalie-hyde-3
07.12.2024

I've never stayed here as I live in Whyalla but it is one of my fave places in town to have my very unhealthy but scrumptious loaded wedges minis the bacon and spring rolls.

tim-lindner
07.12.2024

The service could not fault. As an ex cook who rates a good old fashion Parmy. I gave my beef Parmy 10/10. I am definitely going back again Service: 5

tim-stew
07.12.2024

Came here for the live band. Yeah, they were alright, sort of blues band who expect at a pub in Whyalla the funniest event of the evening was the gentleman booing there entire concert who I became friends with over what south Australians incorrectly call a pint. Great art deco exterior that I'm sure would make a great Russell Drysdale painting. Everything in Whyalla seems to be some shade of red or bronze. Service: 5

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