The Railway Hotel Cowra is the perfect place to eat, drink & relax

The Railway Hotel Cowra is the perfect place to eat, drink & relaxThe Railway Hotel Cowra is the perfect place to eat, drink & relaxThe Railway Hotel Cowra is the perfect place to eat, drink & relax

The Railway Hotel Cowra is the perfect place to eat, drink & relax

The Railway Hotel Cowra is the perfect place to eat, drink & relaxThe Railway Hotel Cowra is the perfect place to eat, drink & relaxThe Railway Hotel Cowra is the perfect place to eat, drink & relax

About

The Railway Hotel Cowra is a warm & inviting country hotel nestled on a corner of Cowra's main street. It's a beautifully refurbished grand hotel which was established in 1885, to serve the newly opened railway line passengers. The Railway Hotel is a family run business focused on good service & great food in a family-friendly environment

The Railway Hotel Cowra is a warm & inviting country hotel nestled on a corner of Cowra's main street. It's a beautifully refurbished grand hotel which was established in 1885, to serve the newly opened railway line passengers. The Railway Hotel is a family run business focused on good service & great food in a family-friendly environment.  


It's a hidden gem loved by locals - we welcome you to enjoy a refreshing beverage in the sun drenched beer garden, immense yourself in the excitement of the sports bar or indulge in a leisurely lunch in our bistro. 


Pictured above is the Hotel in 1939.


What's on

Outdoor Seating

Wednesday Trivia Night

Wednesday Trivia Night

 Soak up the sunshine with a cold drink & a delicious meal in one of our two inviting outdoor spaces. Choose between the sheltered Green Room or our open-air beer garden—both offering comfortable seating & a relaxed atmosphere, perfect for unwinding with friends or family

Wednesday Trivia Night

Wednesday Trivia Night

Wednesday Trivia Night

 Think you’re a genius? Prove it at our weekly trivia night! Battle it out with other teams for prizes, glory & ultimate bragging rights. It's fun, it's fierce & it's not to be missed! 

Happy Hour(s)

Wednesday Trivia Night

Happy Hour(s)

 Sip, sip, hooray!
Happy Hour Monday to Thursday 4–5pm, with extra fun Fridays 4 -6pm:
$10 pints · $6 schooners · $5 middies · $6 house wines

Functions

Live Sports in the Public Bar

Happy Hour(s)

 Planning a special occasion? The Railway Hotel is the perfect venue for birthdays, anniversaries, work functions, Christmas parties & more. Contact us to find out how we can help make your event memorable – for more details, email info@cowrarailwayhotel.com.au

Live Sports in the Public Bar

Live Sports in the Public Bar

Live Sports in the Public Bar

 Enjoy all the major sporting events live on our big screen TVs in the Public Bar. Whether it’s horse racing, NRL, AFL, or more, we’ve got the action covered. Bring your mates, grab a drink & soak up the atmosphere as you cheer on your team!

Weekly specials

Live Sports in the Public Bar

Live Sports in the Public Bar

Tuesday | $20 Schnitty night

Wednesday | $20 Burger & Trivia 

Thursday | $20 200g Wagyu Steak night 

Friday | Happy Hour(s) & Pick the Joker

Sunday | Open for lunch 

Menu

 We’re proud to support local & strive to use fresh, locally sourced produce whenever possible. 

Be sure to ask our friendly staff about specials

Feb 2025 Menu (pdf)Download

Book a Table

 Our bistro is a local favourite, so we recommend booking ahead. For groups of 8 or more, please email us directly.  Please note the Green Room is a covered outdoor space & may be affected by weather conditions

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Please reach us at info@cowrarailwayhotel.com.au if you cannot find an 

    answer to your question

    Hotel Hours 

    Monday to Saturday: 10am to late

    Sunday & Public Holidays: Noon to 10pm

    Hours may vary due to the discretion of the licensee.  Closed Christmas Day.


    Bistro Hours

    Lunch

    Monday to Sunday: Noon to 2pm

    Dinner

    Monday to Saturday: 530pm to 8pm

    The bistro is closed Sunday night for dinner

     Yes, we're always on the lookout for awesome people to join our team.  Several of our team members juggle two jobs — we fully support it.  You will need to obtain your RCG & RSA to work behind the bar, please send your resume to info@cowrarailwayhotel.com.au

    We have smoke free areas as well as a designated outdoor smoking area.  We don't allow smoking or vaping in the public bar, bistro or outside areas.  We do allow smoking & vaping in the outside designated smoking area which is located near the gaming room. 

    There is ample street parking around the Hotel. 

    Yes, we love dogs! Dogs are welcome outside other than Assistant Dogs, which we welcome into our venue. 

     Our beautiful photos were captured by talented Cowra local Andrew Briggs of Over & Above Photography. Check out his website & social media to explore & purchase his stunning work.

     Bistro reservations are recommended & easy to make through our website. Please note the Green Room is outdoors & subject to weather conditions. 


    No booking needed for the public bar or beer garden—feel free to drop in anytime. We can’t wait to welcome you!

    For enquiries & bookings relating to groups larger than 8 people, please email - info@cowrarailwayhotel.com.au.  We will require reasonable notice to assist with your booking. 

    Yes, we have a variety of vegetarian & gluten free options available on our menu.

     Our menu is regularly updated to introduce new & exciting flavours for our guests. Please inquire about our continually changing specials.

    Yes! We love a party! We offer space for birthdays, anniversaries, work events, Christmas parties & more. Get in touch for more information - email info@cowrarailwayhotel.com.au 

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    Bookings & Hotel Hours

    Bookings are essential for the bistro.  Due to the popularity of the bistro we recommend booking. For enquiries relating to groups larger than 8 people, please email the venue directly. Please be aware of Cowra weather & rain when booking outside. 


    Hotel Hours 

    Monday to Saturday: 10am to late

    Sunday & Public Holidays: Noon to 10pm

    Hours may vary due to the discretion of the licensee.  Closed Christmas Day.

    Address & Email

    150 Kendal Street, Cowra New South Wales 2794, Australia

    info@cowrarailwayhotel.com.au

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