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Shafston Hotel

3 Lytton Rd, East Brisbane QLD 4169, Australia

4.3(1,259)· Google$$$$
62
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Shafston Hotel

Spacious, informal pub featuring familiar dishes like burgers & steaks, plus billiards & a balcony.

Practical details

3 Lytton Rd, East Brisbane QLD 4169, Australia
(07) 3648 9000
$Typically $$ · price level 2 of 4

Opening hours

Monday
10:00 – 04:00
Tuesday
10:00 – 04:00
Wednesday
10:00 – 04:00
Thursday
10:00 – 04:00
FridayToday
10:00 – 04:00
Saturday
10:00 – 04:00
Sunday
10:00 – 04:00

Menu

Menu link from the venue's own website. Prices and items can change — the venue's page is the source of truth.

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Why it's worth checking out

Shafston Hotel is a local pub in Kangaroo Point, Brisbane, with the venue’s website placing it at 3 Lytton Road in nearby East Brisbane, close to the CBD. Its main spaces are a bistro, bar and gaming lounge, giving visitors a few different reasons to drop in, whether that is a meal, a drink or an evening of entertainment.

The bistro focuses on fresh, hearty Australian pub food, while the bar offers beers on tap, wines, spirits and classic cocktails. The bar is presented as a comfortable place to unwind and catch up, with a stylish setting and a broad drinks list rather than a narrowly defined speciality. There are no specific signature dishes named on the available menu information, so it is best approached as a straightforward option for familiar pub dining.

For sport, the venue has a sports bar showing games live and loud, along with TAB facilities. Its gaming lounge includes modern gaming machines and is described as relaxed and comfortable. Shafston Hotel also accepts function enquiries for get-togethers with friends and family, making it suited to casual group occasions as well as an ordinary local pub visit. The venue is part of the Star Hotels Group and offers Star Rewards, a loyalty programme that can be used across participating Star Hotels venues and Star Liquor stores.

Good to know

  • Billiards and pool tables available
  • Balcony seating with views
  • Located on Lytton Rd, close to Kangaroo Point parklands
  • Casual, informal atmosphere—no need to dress up

Best for

A casual drink with matesWeeknight pub mealsPool and socialisingLaid-back groups

Spot Score

62

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 4.3 from 1,259 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
72
PopularityHow many Google reviews it has
94

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 17 June 2026.

Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.

Frequently asked questions

Does Shafston Hotel have pool tables?+

Yes, the pub has billiards and pool tables available.

What food does Shafston Hotel serve?+

The menu features familiar pub fare including burgers and steaks in a casual setting.

Is there outdoor seating?+

Yes, there's a balcony with seating.

Where is Shafston Hotel located?+

It's at 3 Lytton Rd, Kangaroo Point (East Brisbane), within walking distance of the riverside parklands.

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