Welcome

TO THE SOUTHERN HOTEL

Toowoomba’s most iconic watering hole, The Southern Hotel, is not just about great food and drinks — it's a family-friendly destination too!


Along with our exceptional food and beverage offerings, including a café, various restaurants, and bars, we boast a lively sports hub with TAB facilities, over 45 gaming machines with regular promotions, and plenty of parking.


But that’s not all! Our "Drop Bears at The Southern" kids play area ensures the little ones are entertained while you relax and enjoy.


With a focus on approachable and friendly customer service, we look forward to seeing you soon at The Southern Hotel. Whether you're after a casual meal, a fine dining experience, or just a fun family outing, we’ve got you covered.


Make plans to visit and enjoy all we have to offer—We can’t wait to welcome you!

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OUR STORY

The Southern Hotel is an iconic Toowoomba pub located in the heart of Toowoomba.

 

We’re a locally-owned, family run business who have been serving locals and visitors to the town since 1986. We pride ourselves on our great quality food paired with genuine and friendly customer service.


We wouldn’t be here without our local community supporting us, and we support them right back by buying home-grown, sponsoring our local sporting clubs and giving back where we can to our Toowoomba community.


So, if it’s a drink with mates to watch the footy, date night or you’re celebrating a milestone, there’s no better place to be than The Southern Hotel. 

 

With several entertainment areas including restaurants, bars, gaming, a dedicated sports area, kids play area "Drop Bears at The Southern" and an outdoor oasis, The Southern Hotel offers a spot to unwind and enjoy a delicious dinner, a casual lunch or some refreshing drinks. 

 

Located just near Toowoomba Plaza in Ruthven Street, Toowoomba, The Southern Hotel is the perfect destination for anyone and everyone. We look forward to seeing you, your mates and your family soon.

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WHAT'S ON

By Hotel Manager • November 2, 2026
UFC 334 is bringing two huge championship fights to the octagon!  Catch Ciryl Gane v Josh Hokit for the World Heavyweight Championship and Kayla Harrison v Amanda Nunes for the Women's Bantamweight Championship. We're showing the action live at The Southern on Sunday 15 November from 12pm.
By Hotel Manager • November 2, 2026
Two rugby league heavyweights are swapping the footy field for the boxing ring! Catch Paul Gallen taking on Nelson Asofa-Solomona in a massive heavyweight showdown, live at The Southern on Friday 6 November from 6pm.  Watch every round on the big screens and experience fight night at Toowoomba's home of live sport.
By Hotel Manager • November 2, 2026
The race that stops the nation starts at The Southern!  Join us for Melbourne Cup Day on Tuesday 3 November, with everything you need to enjoy the action. - Full TAB facilities from 8am - All-day dining - Special Melbourne Cup cocktails - Sweeps Whether you're stopping in for the race or making a day of it, The Southern is the place to be this Melbourne Cup.

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“Very nice. Best to book ahead in peak times. Great meals. Limited desserts but suited me as they had my favourite sticky date pudding. Very clean and modern environment. Professional and attentive staff look after you well, and make you feel welcome.”


- Darrell

“Great atmosphere and menu. Service was great too."


- Jo

"Great pub meal at realistic prices. Suggest you join the club, great savings. Your missing out if you don't give them a go."


- Thomas

"They have the best steak sandwich in town! And great members prices, always a chilled nice atmosphere to be in."


- Kristy

"Nice decor. The food was just the best top shelf. Had the vegetarian nasi Goreng and Thai chicken peanut stay skewers entrees. Man it took me back to Asia many complementation the kitchen staff."


- Steven

"The food is just like a home cooked meal and one could feed two people well. They have amazingly cheap deals that will suit anyone's tastebuds. They have a very professional set out and the staff are always friendly and quick to serve you. I have been going here regularly for about 10 years and the ONLY flaw I have, is they got rid of the butternut pumpkin salad about 2 years ago. ALSO they have a separate bar is you feel like watching a footy game or the boxing. I think I counted 20 different TVs in there so you won't miss a thing. Lastly, there are pokies and some gambling games if thats your thing. Its my go to pub and go to restaurant. The kids will love it too."


- Tinette

"Enjoyed dinner with group of friends. We had a mix of main courses including Steak Sandwich, Ribs, Steak meals and Salad meals and everyone enjoyed theirs. Plenty of "board specials" too. Large eating areas and plenty of choices where you eat or drink at hotel. Would definitely eat there again if I was in the area."


- Warren

"Steak sandwich is what I always get.... bloody ripper of a feed and the Diane sauce for the chippies is golden... love it how they give you no salad because no one truly wants salad beside a steak sandwich."


- Jay