The Clubhouse Cambridge

bar — Leamington · Leamington

About The Clubhouse Cambridge

The Clubhouse Cambridge sits right on the home straight of Cambridge Raceway at 1 Taylor Street, and the setting does a lot of the talking: sweeping views over the track, a spacious deck for the kids to explore, and a welcoming, laid-back room where friends gather over drinks and families settle in for the afternoon. It is a proper community sports bar — the kind of place where Cambridge comes to relax, celebrate and have a great time.

What sets The Clubhouse apart is its weekly rituals. Tuesdays are for loaded tacos during Happy Hour; Wednesdays bring Quiz Night from 6:30pm with Blackboard specials; Thursdays feature live greyhound and harness racing on the big screens; Fridays are Tradie Night with a steak special and the famous Tag Beer Handles draw; and Saturdays are game time — racing, rugby and whatever sport is on. Daily Happy Hours keep the glasses full in between.

Inside and out there is plenty to keep everyone busy: an all-day menu covering brunch, lunch and dinner, full TAB services, an on-site gaming room, indoor and outdoor big screens, and a pool table for friendly competition. The team prides itself on being as much a playground for the kids as a haven for adults, while dedicated 21st Birthday Packages and venue hire make it a go-to spot for milestone celebrations.

The Clubhouse Cambridge: Trackside Sports Bar, Rituals and Racing Views at Cambridge Raceway

The Clubhouse Cambridge isn't your average sports bar. Perched on the home straight of Cambridge Raceway at 1 Taylor Street, it pairs sweeping track views with a welcoming, laid-back atmosphere — friends gathering over drinks, families relaxing while the kids explore the spacious deck, and the racing action never far from view. It's where Cambridge comes to relax, celebrate and have a great time.

A Week Built on Rituals

Ask a regular what makes The Clubhouse special and they'll point to the rituals — a weekly line-up with something for everyone. Tuesday kicks things off with Taco Tuesday, because nothing pairs better with the 4:30–5:30pm Happy Hour than loaded tacos and cold drinks. Midweek, trivia muscles come out for Quiz Night every Wednesday from 6:30pm, complete with Blackboard specials and the daily Happy Hour. Thursdays turn up the excitement with live greyhounds and harness racing live on the big screens, and Saturdays are pure game time: racing, rugby and whatever sport is on. It's more than a line-up of events — it's the weekly traditions that make The Clubhouse feel like home.

Then there's Friday. Tradie Night is arguably the best-known night of the week, and it has a loyal following for good reason.

Tradie Fridays and the Famous Tag Draw

Tradie Fridays are built for end-of-week unwinding. From 4:30–5:30pm the Happy Hour is in full swing, and from 5:30–7:30pm the famous Tag Beer Handles draw takes over: every 15 minutes a tag number is called, and if it's yours, your next refill is on the house. No booking is needed — just bring your crew straight from work. Regulars keep their Jug Card handy, collecting nine handles themselves or pooling tabs with the table to reach nine faster, and The Clubhouse treats them to a free jug on the house.

Food, Screens and Room to Roam

Between rituals, there's plenty to keep everyone occupied. The all-day menu covers brunch, lunch and dinner and pairs naturally with full TAB services, an on-site gaming room, indoor and outdoor big screens, and a pool table for friendly competition. The deck gives families room to spread out while sports fans follow the action from almost any seat in the house.

Milestones Made Easy

The Clubhouse has also made a name for itself as a celebration venue. Dedicated 21st Birthday Packages set the scene with custom catering menus, drink specials and exclusive spaces that'll have friends talking for years to come, and broader venue hire options cover other gatherings. During the Rugby World Cup, the team even ran a pool games promo — book a table and get a voucher back to spend on food and drink.

Family Friendly, Always

One thing the team makes clear: The Clubhouse prides itself on being as much a playground for the kids as it is a haven for adults. Bring the whole crew and stay as long as you like.

You'll find The Clubhouse Cambridge on the home straight at Cambridge Raceway, open Tuesday through Saturday afternoons and evenings, and closed Sunday and Monday. Whether it's tacos on a Tuesday, a quiz on a Wednesday, live racing on a Thursday or a steak to kick off the weekend, the rituals are waiting.

Signature items

  • Loaded Tacos
  • Steak Special
  • Happy Hour
  • Tag Beer Handles Draw
  • Jug Card
  • Quiz Night

Menu

Bar

  • Happy Hour Drinks — Daily Happy Hour — 4:30 to 5:30pm on Tuesdays and Fridays.
  • Beer Handles & Jugs — Tap handles by the glass; nine collected on a Jug Card earns a free jug.

Kitchen

  • Loaded Tacos — Taco Tuesday's ritual dish, built to pair with Happy Hour drinks.
  • Steak Special — The headline of Tradie Fridays, served on the evening.
  • All-Day Menu — Brunch, lunch and dinner served across the afternoon and evening.

Frequently asked questions

Where is The Clubhouse Cambridge?
Perched on the home straight of Cambridge Raceway, 1 Taylor Street, Leamington, Cambridge, New Zealand.
What are the opening hours?
Tuesday 2:30–8:30pm, Wednesday 2:30–9:30pm, Thursday 11:30am–9pm, and Friday & Saturday 11:30am–8:30pm. Closed Sunday and Monday.
Is The Clubhouse family friendly?
Yes — it prides itself on being as much a playground for the kids as a haven for adults, with a spacious deck for the family to spread out on.
Can I host a 21st or private function there?
Yes. Dedicated 21st Birthday Packages include custom catering menus, drink specials and exclusive spaces, and the venue is available for hire.
What happens on weeknights?
Taco Tuesday with Happy Hour, Quiz Night Wednesdays from 6:30pm, live greyhound and harness racing on the big screens Thursdays, and Tradie Night Fridays.
How does the Jug Card work?
Collect nine handles yourself — or pool tabs with your table to get there faster — and The Clubhouse treats you to a free jug on the house.
Is there TAB and gaming on site?
Yes — full TAB services, an on-site gaming room, indoor and outdoor big screens, and a pool table.

Tips

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