Ball & Chain

We were at the start of our pub crawl trying to have some fun. The dj played good music although inside it was completely empty. Nevertheless we went inside to dance but were not given a drink claiming I was too drunk (was sober at that stage) without even talking to me. Appaling for a Saturday night and in my opinion very sexist. Definitely NOT a place to come back again

Strange place this, supposed to be the new "In thing" at The Esplanade Hotel, but absolutely no atmosphere, very few customers, no nothing! The hotel marketing says open "until late". The past 2 nights closed by 8.45pm - not surprising! The Esplanade management need to get to grips with this place

Can’t fault the service or food, but some lady has walked in talking to herself and after about 15 minutes a man has then told her to be quiet and the barstaff told the man to be quiet, the whole ordeal was unnecessary.security should have removed the lady before making everyone feel
unfortable

Not eaten here so can't score, but great bar staff and great selection of drinks. I just wish it was open more often. Beautiful historical building with lots of atmosphere and a great outside area to watch the world go by.

One star removed for every number listed that I couldn't get through, AFTER not getting a confirmation from booking online.

Went into Freo for a meal and few drinks came across the Ball and Chain.
Quite relaxed, chilled atmosphere, nice ambiance, staff quite friendly. Drinks were good.
Ordered Chicken and Vegetable Pizza good size for two, but didnt have much flavour.

Excellent country pub. Friendly staff.
My five stars is based on the steak I ordered. It's unusual for me to order steak a no one cooks it the
way I like it.
This one however was absolutely perfect.
Not only excellent quality but seared
hard on the outside, bleeding rare with the tiniest touch of blue.
Worth the drive from Perth.

Great place to stop off for a night cap on our walk back to our accommodation. Steeped in history. Lovely, friendly staff.

The manager 0n new years eve was
a sad sack couldn't smile and wen asked a question it was a blank comment. It was a disappointment for a new year's eve night.we moved on there was 6 off us, the music wasn't even given vibes to the new year. I went to the bar side of the bar and was told not serving here go thier so I did I was told I'm making cocktails here, drinks are on side not here. OK if it was said a little nicer I'll be fine but it wasn't.

Nice pub near the beach and part of the Esplanade hotel
Doesn’t open until 3pm.
Has the best array of beers of any pub I found while on holiday in Aus.
Nice atmosphere, good bar staff and live music when we were there.
The baked Camembert vas good too

Grumpy bar manager, aggressive bouncer and many of the bar snacks were very average. The chicken satay sticks smelt like old fat and tasted stale and terrible.

Open the bar please! It seems to open at 3pm? Must be substantially rich to open at such a time. Not happy Jan

Old Freo pub with Al fresco area overlooking the esplanade Park. Good summer pub and serves Swanny D

Amazing cocktails! They have refreshed this spot and the new drinks menu is amazing. Food menu is small but really great as well. Our new fave spot!

Awesome spot, and IMO currently best spot in Freo to get a great cocktail. Great folk behind the bar as well.

I’m told it used to be much more of a basic pub vibe/drinks, but def changed it’s focus.

Had food as well, all more tapas/snacking type items, so not a place for your typical ‘mains’, but everything I had was great.

Will be back often.

Probably the best bar location in Fremantle. Great, as a meeting place & for people watching - IF the bloody place is open! A BIG IF. Any published times on The Esplanade Hotel website are there to show.well, uselessness. It's a bar that should, for the sake of not being buggered, be sold out of the Rydge's big-place empire. And, please don't hit us with the "COVID staff shortage" manure. It's a one - two staffing requirement. OPEN THE BALL & CHAIN.

Dropped by to have a drink but was closed. No business hour mentioned in this portal. Outdoor seating area was well designed and beautiful. The indoor area looked classic and cool. Will drop by again to catch some drinks. Cheers! (2022-04)

Great venue, great food and great drinks recommend for any small party's or functions. Had a good experience with the staff too

Having one basically brand of beer on tap, come on - that is hopeless, not everyone wants to drink Fat Yak.

Overpriced.on both drinks and food.
Chips.about 10 chips In a cone.chicken strips and calamari, same minuscule portion.
The only decent sized plate was wings (ordered medium), they were so hot they were inedible.
Took them back.too bad they reckon.
Felt very ripped off.
Won’t be back guys.