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Universal Bar

52 Reviews

#12 of 36 Nightlife in Perth

Nightlife, Bars & Clubs

Closed today: Closed

221 William St | Northbridge, Perth, Western Australia 6003, Australia

Open today: Closed

Review Highlights

“Lunch happy hour”

I stopped in as they were having $7 pints during 12-13 happy hour. Very friendly bartender, she was... read more

Reviewed 10 November 2018

Ronald M

Bangkok

“Expensive drinks and unhappy staff...”

I stopped by because I saw the McGregor /Khabib UFC event on they were not as crowded as the other... read more

Reviewed 7 October 2018

DarwinCake

Perth, Australia

via mobile

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3.5 52 reviews

Excellent37%
Very good30%
Average17%
Poor7%
Terrible9%

Nov 10, 2018

“Lunch happy hour”

Oct 7, 2018

“Expensive drinks and unhappy staff...”

About

Universal Bar is a popular hot spot amongst Perth’s music lovers. Open since 1993, Universal Bar is well known for its cocktail bars, finest quality of food and beverages as well as live Jazz and Blues every night of the week. Universal Bar is also...more

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221 William St | Northbridge, Perth, Western Australia 6003, Australia

Perth CBD

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+61 8 9227 6771

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Ruth B

Willetton, Australia

178

Reviewed 2 weeks ago

21st Birthday

Had my daughters 21st Birthday in the function room upstairs, could not fault the venue or value for money. From booking the event to the day they were very helpful. Drink selection was adequate and the service was great, they had good glasses that were...More

Date of experience: January 2019

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Ronald M

Bangkok

22558

Reviewed 10 November 2018

Lunch happy hour

I stopped in as they were having $7 pints during 12-13 happy hour. Very friendly bartender, she was very helpful and great service. I watched as they served great looking lunches and lots of specials available. Very good for a bar, with food as a...More

Date of experience: November 2018

Thank Ronald M

DarwinCake

Perth, Australia

14635

Reviewed 7 October 2018 via mobile

Expensive drinks and unhappy staff...

I stopped by because I saw the McGregor /Khabib UFC event on they were not as crowded as the other bars. The security guy was inviting people in but when I went to the bar to get a drink the female bar attendant was not...More

Date of experience: October 2018

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Alkis P

Reviewed 21 August 2018 via mobile

Lunch

Most expensive beer in Perth not worth it either!food was ok just for there specials ! Member discount is worthless as the price of drinks is astronomical so with membership discount is still most expensive in WA

Date of experience: August 2018

1 Thank Alkis P

Maureen D

155

Reviewed 19 August 2018

Meat Market

Great music, good service and food. If you're looking for a pick up joint or dancing to live music, this is the place for you.

Date of experience: August 2018

1 Thank Maureen D

sheilaeh2016

Perth, Australia

Reviewed 26 July 2018 via mobile

Birthday celebrations

Great music , vibe and plenty of dancing but don’t recommend eating there menu could do with better options even through it’s just bar food, two of us didn’t fare well from smoked pulled pork otherwise would’ve given 5 star rating. ...

Date of experience: July 2018

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Drewfromnoosa

Queensland, Australia

Reviewed 26 May 2018 via mobile

Terrible food

I ordered the fish and chips the salad was dry and lacking seasoning even the lemon pieces were dry and wrinkled. Twice I was asked if I wanted the fish crumbed or battered and twice I said crumbed and it still came out battered. 3.5...More

Date of experience: May 2018

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Steven W

Perth, Australia

16045

Reviewed 20 May 2018 via mobile

Great Burgers

Universal Bar is great if you are after a good feed, vibey atmosphere and excellent service. We thoroughly enjoyed our visit and the burgers were great! They offer a burger and beer special which is excellent value for money and highly reccomeded. Great Spot to...More

Date of experience: May 2018

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Anthony W

126

Reviewed 7 January 2018 via mobile

Great music, great vibe

There was a live band playing that were excellent and played modern songs as well as some classics. Lots of people on the dance floor and everyone seemed to be enjoying themselves. Also sports were being shown on the TV’s at the back of the...More

Date of experience: January 2018

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TonyD7777

Bunbury, Australia

12035

Reviewed 4 January 2018 via mobile

A Great Night Out as Always

We decided to spend New Years Eve dancing the night away at the Universal, and as always was not disappointed. The band is excellent mainly play to an older clientele but there are quite a lot of younger people enjoying their night. The staff are...More