Forster's Local
SINCE 1872
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what's on at the lakes
From live music to meat raffles, there's something happening every day at The Lakes. Be sure to check back regularly for updates!
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lakes bistro
The Lakes has a new-look menu! Drop-in and enjoy the best pub food on the mid-north coast!
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accommodation
Modern, affordable pub accommodation located right in the heart of Forster! Book direct and save 10% on the standard rate.
Book Direct
& Save 10%
Book your accommodation direct online or at the bar and save 10%.
Our affordable accommodation is just a hop, skip and a jump to shopping, beaches and the best Forster has to offer including our fabulous cafe, bistro and bars to keep you fed and refreshed during your stay.
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What's On...
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Chef’s Table for 2
- FRIDAY & SATURDAY 5.30PM - 7.30PM
Join us for a specially-curated menu by guest Chef Kingsley Saville. Celebrating the very best in contemporary Australian cuisine, this two person dining experience is sure to delight.
- Every Friday & Saturday Night in July
- Saturdays in August
- From 5.30pm to 7.30pm
- Limited Spaces (Book Ahead)
JULY MENU: View the menu and book online HERE.
AUGUST MENU: View the menu and book online HERE.
TELL YOUR MATES!
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Live Music
- EVERY WEEKEND
We’ve got another cracking month of live music coming up at Lakes!
Fri 26 July 8:30pm DJ Flav (Xmas in July)
Sat 27 July 2pm Fyrebirds
Sat 27 July 8:30pm Kickin’ On
Sun 28 July 2pm Phil McKnight
Fri 2 Aug 8:30pm Jomeca
Sat 3 Aug 2pm Molly & Me
Sat 3 Aug 8:30pm Humpdaze
Sun 4 Aug 2pm Pure Acoustic
Fri 9 Aug 8:30pm Jackpot
Sat 10 Aug 2pm Sandy Louise
Sat 10 Aug 8:30pm 7G Meltdown
Sun 11 Aug 2pm Chill Factor
Fri 16 Aug 8:30pm Flav
Sat 17 Aug 2pm Alan Clarke
Sat 17 Aug 8:30pm Cheryl Hall & The Wisemen
Sun 18 Aug 2pm Max Marvell
Fri 23 Aug 8:30pm DJ Micky
Sat 24 Aug 2pm Brad Hunt
Sat 24 Aug 8:30pm The Versatiles
Sun 25 Aug 2pm Seventh Wave Duo (Peter Bull)
TELL YOUR MATES!
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Christmas in July Week
- WED 24TH - SUN 28TH JULY
Wednesday 24th
Christmas Karaoke/Carols / 7:30pm
Dress Code: ugly christmas sweaters
Thursday 25th
Christmas Trivia
From 7pm
Dress Code: ugly christmas sweaters
Friday 26th
Naughty or Nice Party with DJ Flav
From 8:30pm
Saturday 27th
Fyrebirds 2pm
Ugly Christmas Sweater Party feat. Kickin’ On 8:30pm
Sunday 28th
Phil Mcknight 2pm
Special for the week:
2 course $45
Porchetta with Winter Vege and Trimming
TELL YOUR MATES!
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Win Resch’s Merch!
- July 22nd - Aug 25th
This month we’re giving away a heap of classic Resch’s merch! For your chance to win 1 of 8 limited edition Resch’s growlers or a framed vintage Resch’s print, pop in to the pub and buy 2 x Resch’s middy’s, schooners or pints in a single transaction to go in the draw.
*T&Cs apply. See staff for more info
TELL YOUR MATES!
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$7 Resch’s Schooners
- July 22nd - Aug 25th
Nothing refreshes like an ice-cold Resch’s. This month we’re pouring the beer from down here for just $7 a pop. Promotion ends August 25th.
TELL YOUR MATES!
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FriDAZE
- EVERY FRIDAY | FROM 8.30PM
Kick your weekend off right at The Lakes! Every Friday we get the place pumping with bangers as our resident DJ’s start spinning from 8.30pm.
TELL YOUR MATES!
Great food, great location.
CONTACT US
- 10 Little St
- Forster NSW 2428
- Ph: (02) 6554 6005
OPENING HOURS
- Hotel Trading Hours:
- Open Mon - Sat: 10am - 12am
- Open Sunday: 10am - 10pm
- Bistro:
- OPEN 7 DAYS:
- Lunch: 11.30am - 2.30pm
- Dinner: 5.30pm - 8.30pm
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