The Royal Hotel, Leyburn

The oldest continually licensed establishment in Queensland, and we are talking 1863, The Royal is a heritage icon. You can see parts of the 150-year-old premises inside where the walls are lined with old photos. Sit beside the log fire and try some of the great value local Barkers Creek pork or grain-fed beef. The snittys and parmis are very generous. Children have their own menu and television room at this family-friendly pub. The Leyburn Sprints race is popular with petrol heads every August.