Hope and Anchor
267 Given Ter, Paddington QLD 4064, Australia
Open nowToday 05:30 – 00:00 · by the venue's published hoursFull hours
Hope and Anchor is a well-regarded bar and casual dining spot on Given Terrace in Paddington, Brisbane. With a 4.5-star rating from nearly 800 Google reviews, it's a neighbourhood favourite serving straightforward pub fare including fish and chips, burgers and sandwiches in a relaxed atmosphere.
Practical details
Opening hours
Open now- Monday
- 05:30 – 22:00
- Tuesday
- 05:30 – 22:00
- Wednesday
- 05:30 – 22:00
- Thursday
- 05:30 – 22:00
- FridayToday
- 05:30 – 00:00
- Saturday
- 05:30 – 00:00
- Sunday
- 05:30 – 22:00
Menu
Menu link from the venue's own website. Prices and items can change — the venue's page is the source of truth.
Open menuWhy it's worth checking out
Hope & Anchor is an English-style neighbourhood pub in Paddington, Brisbane, set inside a heritage-listed 19th-century bakery. Its historic setting is a major part of the experience: original sash windows, exposed sandstock walls and candlelit outdoor tables give the venue a distinctive character, particularly after dark. It is the kind of local suited to a relaxed meal, a drink or an easy catch-up in an atmospheric setting.
The venue offers breakfast, lunch and dinner, along with a drinks menu, so there is flexibility across the day. Its website also promotes events on most days of the week, with a broad programme intended to offer something for different interests. Larger groups can enquire about functions, which include set-menu packages featuring popular venue selections and additional specialities. For diners looking for a pub with a strong sense of place, Hope & Anchor’s Paddington heritage and British-inspired pub style are the main drawcards. The venue has a 4.5 Google rating from 790 reviews, providing a useful indication of its popularity with local and visiting guests.
Good to know
- The menu centres on classic pub fare—fish and chips, burgers and sandwiches
- Located on Given Terrace in Paddington, a busy local hub
- Rated 4.5 stars across nearly 800 Google reviews
- Designed as a comfortable, casual dining experience
Best for
Spot Score
The Spot Score is our composite of five signals — two about the venue's standing with visitors and three about how complete and current this listing is. It is not a visitor rating and not a verdict on the food or the experience. The 4.5 from 790 reviews is Google's visitor rating, shown separately and never altered by us.
About the venue · from Google
- ReputationGoogle star rating, smoothed for review count
- 79
- PopularityHow many Google reviews it has
- 88
About this listing · our record
- Information qualityWebsite, menu and structured details on file
- 30
- Category fitHow well it matches its listed category
- 70
- FreshnessHow recently we last checked our sources
- 30
Last checked against sources 18 June 2026.
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
Frequently asked questions
What does Hope and Anchor serve?+
Hope and Anchor specialises in classic pub fare including fish and chips, burgers and sandwiches in a casual dining setting.
Where is Hope and Anchor located?+
Hope and Anchor is located at 267 Given Terrace, Paddington, Brisbane.
What are the reviews like?+
Hope and Anchor has a 4.5-star rating on Google from nearly 800 reviews, indicating consistent popularity with diners.
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