Rydalmere, NSW
Built by the community,
for the community.
From a beloved old bowling club to Rydalmere's home of food, footy and family fun.
Our Story
A bowling club reborn.
The FC Social started with a simple idea: give Rydalmere a proper community gathering place. Rydalmere FC, the local soccer club, took on the old bowling club right next to the soccer fields and, driven by a crew of dedicated volunteers, transformed it into something the whole suburb could call its own.
The bowling greens became an open outdoor lawn. The clubhouse became a bistro, a bar, and a room packed with old-school arcade machines. The spirit of the original club, a place where neighbours came together, carried straight through.
Today The FC Social is where post-match celebrations happen, where kids discover jumping castles and retro video games, where food trucks roll in on Friday nights and live bands take the stage. It belongs to Rydalmere, run by the people who love it.
What Makes Us Us
More than a pub. A proper local.
Every corner of The FC Social was designed with the community in mind. Here is what you will find when you walk through the door.
Bistro Kitchen
Proper pub-style food cooked with care. Hearty mains, shareable snacks, and sweet finishes. Matched with a well-stocked full bar.
View the MenuFood Hub Nights
On designated Food Hub nights, popular Sydney trucks pull up outside. Italian paninis, donut balls, and rotating specials. Something new every time.
Coffee & Desserts
A dedicated coffee and dessert counter for a sweet treat at any point in the night. Good coffee, great company.
Kids' Jungle Gym
A dedicated climbing structure on the outdoor green. The kids are entertained, the parents can breathe. Everyone wins.
Free Jumping Castle
A bouncy castle at no extra charge. Available every open session for the little ones to burn off that extra energy.
Arcade Room
A whole room of old-school arcade machines. Pure nostalgia for the grown-ups, pure discovery for the kids.
Live Sport Screens
Large indoor TVs broadcasting all the major codes. Pull up a stool, order a round, and cheer alongside the crowd.
Outdoor Green
A generous open lawn where families spread out, kids roam free, and evenings stretch into something worth remembering.
Events & Celebrations
We show up for the big moments.
From weekly regulars to the nights Rydalmere circles on the calendar, The FC Social is where it all happens.
Community Bingo
Good old-fashioned bingo with a community crowd. Grab your dabber and take a seat.
Tribute Shows
Professional tribute acts performing across the year. Follow our socials for the next act on stage.
New Year's Eve
Fireworks, live entertainment and the whole community counting down together. Our biggest night of the year.
Australia Day
A proper community celebration with food, fun and festivities for all ages.
Food Truck Nights
Rotating Sydney food trucks join us on designated nights. Italian paninis, donut balls, and whatever rolls in next.
Function Hire
Birthday parties, end-of-season celebrations, corporate dos. We set the scene, you bring the people.
Functions & Private Events
Your event. Our venue.
Birthdays, end-of-season parties, corporate gatherings or casual get-togethers. The FC Social is a versatile space that works hard for your event. We handle the setting, you bring the people.
- Private room and full venue hire options
- Catering from the bistro kitchen
- Bar service and beverage packages
- Outdoor green with kids' facilities included
- Arcade room access for your guests
Find Us
Come on in.
Address
Next to the Rydalmere FC soccer fields
Rydalmere, New South Wales
Opening Hours
| Monday – Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm |
| Friday | 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm |
| Saturday | 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm |
| Sunday | 11:00 am – 8:00 pm |