Metropolitan Hotel

Metropolitan Hotel, also known as The Met, is a traditional North Queensland pub at 17 Gordon Street in Mackay. The venue combines a relaxed local atmosphere with casual dining, live sport, accommodation, gaming and spaces for private functions. It suits a range of occasions, from an easy family meal to a casual drink, group gathering or evening out.

The family-friendly bistro focuses on familiar pub food, including parmas, steaks and fish and chips, alongside lighter dishes and share plates. The menu style is straightforward and flexible, making the dining room suitable for family lunches, informal date nights and group celebrations. Food is served throughout the week during kitchen service, while the wider venue operates across daytime and late-night periods.

Sport is part of the pub’s character, with live sporting action forming one of the venue’s regular attractions. The Met also features a gaming room with Lightning Cash and Dragon Cash machines, alongside a stated commitment to the responsible service of alcohol and gambling. A round pool table adds a distinctive recreational feature for guests looking for something beyond dining and sport.

Accommodation is available at the venue, providing a practical option for visitors staying in Mackay. For travellers moving through the Whitsundays region, the Gordon Street location offers a pub setting with food, drinks, entertainment and rooms in one venue. The accommodation is presented as comfortable and affordable, while the pub remains oriented towards local trade and casual socialising.

Private events and functions can also be arranged, with the functions team assisting with occasions such as birthdays, anniversaries and engagements. Room hire is offered without a fee according to the venue’s function information, giving organisers a dedicated setting for celebrations. The Metropolitan Hotel is a practical choice for Mackay visitors seeking familiar bistro fare, a local pub atmosphere, sporting entertainment and accommodation under one roof.