Business Details
Welcome to Bushman Hotel - Gawlers Iconic Pub
Established in 1840, Bushman Hotel stands as one of South Australia's oldest licensed establishments. Our venue combines historical charm with modern amenities, offering a vibrant atmosphere where locals and visitors gather. We pride ourselves on serving quality meals, cold drinks, and creating memorable experiences through our function spaces and gaming facilities. Our kitchen delivers hearty options like steak sandwiches and Wagyu beef cheeseburgers, complemented by local wines from renowned regions. With two private function areas and semi-private spaces, we accommodate events from intimate gatherings to celebrations for up to 100 guests.Our gaming room features 16 latest-generation machines in a relaxed environment with complimentary refreshments. Open daily from 10am to 4am, we maintain ample parking and accessible facilities year-round. Our team consistently updates amenities, including recent renovations to our gaming area and kitchen. We offer seniors' lunch specials with 25% off main meals and maintain traditional warmth through fireplaces in cooler months. Located at 10 Cowan Street, Gawler, we remain committed to providing authentic pub experiences while embracing contemporary comforts.
Services
Pub Dining
Function Hire
Gaming Machines
Bar Services
Private Events
Complimentary Refreshments
Beer Garden
Wedding Receptions
Birthday Parties
Wakes & Baptisms
Highlights and features
- We have over 180 years of experience in hospitality since 1840
- Our venue accommodates events from small gatherings to 100+ guest functions
- We feature 16 latest-generation gaming machines with complimentary refreshments
- Our kitchen serves modern Australian cuisine with local wine selections
- We offer dedicated private and semi-private event spaces with seasonal amenities
Services
Pub Dining
Our kitchen serves modern Australian cuisine with hearty options like steak sandwiches, Wagyu beef cheeseburgers, and rump steak. Open Wednesday to Saturday from 12pm to 8:30pm, we offer lunch specials for seniors with 25% off main meals. The menu features local produce and wines from Limestone Coast, Coonawarra, and Barossa Valley regions.
Function Hire
We provide versatile event spaces for weddings, birthdays, reunions, and corporate functions. Our venue accommodates up to 100 guests with two private function rooms, semi-private areas, and outdoor spaces including beer garden and courtyard. Seasonal amenities include fireplace heating in winter and outdoor seating in warmer months.
Gaming Machines
Our gaming room features 16 latest-generation machines in a relaxed environment. Open daily from 10am to 4am, the space includes complimentary soft drinks, barista-made coffee, and snacks. A separate smoking courtyard provides fresh air breaks while maintaining proximity to gaming activities.
Bar Services
We serve cold drinks, local wines, and barista-made coffee across our venue. The bar operates 24 hours daily with regular updates to our wine list featuring drops from South Australia's premier wine regions. Complimentary refreshments available for gaming patrons.
Private Events
Specialising in wedding receptions, engagement parties, and formal events, we offer tailored packages with dedicated event coordination. Our spaces include main bar areas, private function rooms, and outdoor courtyards with ample parking for guests.
Questions
What are The Old Bushman's opening hours?
We're open daily from 10:00am to 4:00am, seven days a week.
Does the pub offer dining options?
Our kitchen serves modern Australian cuisine Wednesday to Saturday 12pm-2:30pm and 5:30pm-8:30pm.
Can I book function space at The Old Bushman?
Yes, we offer two private function rooms and semi-private spaces for events up to 100 guests.
Are gaming machines available?
Our gaming room features 16 latest machines open daily 10am-4am with complimentary refreshments.
Is there parking available?
Yes, we provide ample onsite parking and surrounding street parking for patrons.
Do you offer seniors' discounts?
Seniors enjoy 25% off all main meals at lunchtime (excluding public holidays).
Reviews (3)
Peter Dekker
Jul 30, 2020
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Great friendly staff ( Mel) with a Awesome outdoor area. Worth a stop in for a couple cold ones
Zoe Carter
Jan 10, 2017
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Brian is a god send!!! His customer service is outstanding. He is friendly, warm, professional and more importantly, that man runs the show on his own. I was soooo blown away with his ability to do it all that i was compelled to write a review. Thankyou Brian, you blew my mind!!!
David S.
Jun 08, 2015
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If it wasn't for the beer garden I probably would have put this pub on the list of 'been once, never again' list, however that large beer garden out the back significantly lifts it rating (as well as the nice old building). In a way there are only two parts to this hotel - the pokies room and the beer garden (though there is an inside bar as well, but why go there when you can sit outside, especially on a nice day). What disappointed me a little was that there was no food on offer, and we were actually looked for some decent pub food, especially since it was getting close to 2:00
