Recommended by an older work colleague, said the place used to be a great pub years ago. Sadly, it isn't what ol mate experienced back in the day. Craving a burger so took a gamble instead of the typical plain old usual pub Parma. Was quite overcooked and shrunk to the size of a large slider. Should call it the Lizzo burger cuz it's just two giant crusty buns, no lean beef to be found. Not one to complain but if it wasn't $26 I would be a bit forgiving. Sad state for the chips too I'm afraid, even a seagull might turn up their beak to em. The bar and beers are the usual suspects, not anything to pro or con for. Few of the locals act like the own the place yelling and hooting about a fish story or a footy team. Again nothing too much cause for concern but it seemed that dress code and hygiene were optional for guests who arrived straight from the docks and abattoirs. The tvs are a good distraction from the cracked walls/ceilings, and dust-laden air vents. I did notice the place seemed like a family business and I always try to give patronage to small family businesses. Not my business but it might be time for a new cook. To the guests fresh from the butchers and fish mongers I'd just let them know that no outside food or drink allowed, including what's on their clothes.

Recommended by an older work colleague, said the place used to be a great pub years ago. Sadly, it isn't what ol mate experienced back in the day. Craving a burger so took a gamble instead of the typical plain old usual pub Parma. Was quite overcooked and shrunk to the size of a large slider. Should call it the Lizzo burger cuz it's just two giant crusty buns, no lean beef to be found. Not one to complain but if it wasn't $26 I would be a bit forgiving. Sad state for the chips too I'm afraid, even a seagull might turn up their beak to em. The bar and beers are the usual suspects, not anything to pro or con for. Few of the locals act like the own the place yelling and hooting about a fish story or a footy team. Again nothing too much cause for concern but it seemed that dress code and hygiene were optional for guests who arrived straight from the docks and abattoirs. The tvs are a good distraction from the cracked walls/ceilings, and dust-laden air vents. I did notice the place seemed like a family business and I always try to give patronage to small family businesses. Not my business but it might be time for a new cook. To the guests fresh from the butchers and fish mongers I'd just let them know that no outside food or drink allowed, including what's on their clothes.

Been 50years since I was in this pub. Sure has changed. Very nice, well set up, good pricing for drinks. A lovely pub

Just moved to botany from WA and this will definitely be my local pub! Absolutely 10/10 everytime I go here!! The food the people even having a cheeky punt, it's all just great so far.

Good menu and tasty food (can vouch for the nachos, chicken burger and chips). Burger night is a winner. Not sure about the $15 on-tap margies served in a 250ml water glass though. Family friendly. Sport-watching friendly.

Great friendly service. Good food will be back

Great food, great prices and great service staff.

I enjoy going to the Waterworks Hotel. It's very consistent, the food is good and well priced. Probably the only aspect that could be better is the service which could be more friendly from some of the staff but a 5 star review from me.

By the time you order your drinks, the food is on your table.
Chips and chicken schiczel cooked to perfection.
Helpful, friendly staff. Would give 6 stars if I could.

We love this place. Food is always great, service is generally great (depending who is working), prices are reasonable for portion size. Despite being a busy place the kitchen is a well oiled machine. There is seldom long waits for food to come out. Well done on great communication between kitchen & front of house.

What an awesome pub!! Attentive staff. The food was fantastic. Plenty of parking nearby. Sooooo mmmaaaannnyyy beers on tap. I felt spoilt.

Your loss if you don't come here...

We've eaten in this bistro a number of times on different occasions (lunch & dinner) with the family / friends an have enjoyed our meal and our visit.

Food is amazingly good. I keep coming back for the $28 Rump steak with Diane sauce, mash potatoes and veggies and it is always perfectly cooked and full of flavour. Salt and pepper squid was awesome too. I Highly recommend water works hotel for a quick meal or a sit down and " enjoy the hotel a while " visit. Pokies are close by for after meal entertainment. Big screen TV's and polite staff, couldn't ask for anything more.

Easy access for all abilities. Friendly staff. Food is a little pricey but the portions and quality are worth it.

Nice food, good portions and friendly staff. Easy access entrance and no stairs to the restaurant. The place is missing a dance floor though.

Bistro is acceptable and the highlight - the bar management lady has attitude and as the manager- I find her funny. But seriously, other than the gambling area, this is customer service(?) of the 80's in Australia. Be nice - they do you a favour to serve you - its quick, I will say that - and I believe the Lantern Group bought this hotel for $8m in 2014. Pubs need to retink their customer serivce model in my view.

If you want a good meal with the family or even by yourself like me, this is the place to be. Ordered the 400 Gram T-Bone steak and it was delicious and cooked to my liking.

Definitely will come back!!

Food is amazingly good. I ordered the $26 Rump steak with Diane sauce, mash potatoes and veggies and it was all perfectly cooked and full of flavour. Salt and pepper squid was awesome too. I Highly recommend water works hotel for a quick meal or a sit down and " enjoy the hotel a while " visit. Pokies are close by for after meal entertainment. Big screen TV's and polite staff, couldn't ask for anything more.

It's quite a nice place. I sat outside with my dog, being pet friendly is a plus for me.

Food was decent, the portuguese chicken was really good. The steak was average, nothing special.

Had the bangers and mash for lunch. It was fantastic. Well done to all the team there

Nice place but the staff are more interested in watching specific patrons play the pokies than being on hand to serve other customers. Felt like I was not welcome.

Really genuine pub with a great bistro, been there a few times now and the food is well priced and excellent quality. Won't disappoint.

They don't know what "The customer is always right" means. The staff can be quite rude, especially the more senior staff... Not good!

The $15 steak on Thursdays and happy hours are good though...

Go to the Cook hotel after the meal and happy hour are finished, much friendlier staff there!

Very good people the food is really good must be good my kids and their kids go to the waterworks great place recommend

Not bad..nice water features is good.nice food.

We've been eating dinner's there for 10 years as a family and as a group of families. The food and the service has never let us down.

Beautiful Bistro, located inside the establishment.Waterworks Hotel Located On Botany Rd and corner of Bay Street of Botany.Family oriented, Staff are welcoming, friendly and attentive.Offer a beautiful selection of starters, sides, mains and separate dessert menu.I thoroughly enjoyed it.reasonable price, not overly priced.Had dinner with the husband and 4 year old daughter.Food served Hot and fresh and service was quick and efficient.Drinks is ordered at the bar.Thoroughly enjoyed it will return again!

Beautiful Bistro, located inside the establishment.
Waterworks Hotel Located On Botany Rd and corner of Bay Street of Botany.
Family oriented, Staff are welcoming, friendly and attentive.
Offer a beautiful selection of starters, sides, mains and separate dessert menu.
I thoroughly enjoyed it.
reasonable price, not overly priced.
Had dinner with the husband and 4 year old daughter.
Food served Hot and fresh and service was quick and efficient.
Drinks is ordered at the bar.
Thoroughly enjoyed it will return again!

Fabulously juicy steaks.Great chef!Excellent service!Clean and fresh.

Been coming here nearly every week as per working down the road. Real good feeds have had most items from works burger to ribs to sweet potato fries, can tell you they're 10/10. Good staff and service too!

A delicious and wholesome meal, 10mins before close on a Saturday night!

Highly recommend, will visit again!

Wings
Beef ribs
Chicken salad
Beef ribs and steak combo