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The Ballpark Portside

Portside Wharf, Shop 905.1/39 Hercules St, Hamilton QLD 4007, Australia

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Find The Ballpark Portside

Portside Wharf, Shop 905.1/39 Hercules St, Hamilton QLD 4007, Australia

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+61 7 2146 9374
HoursMonday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Thursday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Friday: 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM Saturday: 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM Sunday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About The Ballpark Portside

Step up to the plate at Portside Wharf, where live sports pub culture meets indoor batting cages. Regulars drop in for pints and big-screen matches, then step into the batting cage to dial in their swing or challenge mates at the electronic dartboards and pool tables. Tables outside the cages let you take in the action over cold tap pours and beer towers, with neighborhood kitchens delivering burgers and fries right to your table.

  • Interactive Batting & Pub Games: Step into interactive batting cages with adjustable pitch speeds, flanked by electronic dartboards and pool tables.
  • Pints & Live Match Screenings: Pair cold craft pints and beer towers with match broadcasts across multiple screens.
  • Neighboring Kitchen Fulfillment: Dishes like burgers, hot dogs, and fries are delivered straight to your table from neighboring kitchens.
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Why Choose The Ballpark Portside

Discover why guests visit The Ballpark Portside for participatory games, live sports, and group gatherings.

  • Interactive Batting Practice

    Guests can step into indoor batting cages for batting practice, with staff on hand to demonstrate equipment and adjust pitch height and speed.

    staff were super lovely and helpful, including showing us how to adjust speed and height for the kids.

    Rebecca D

  • Electronic Darts & Pub Games

    Beyond batting cages, the venue features pool tables and electronic dartboards that eliminate manual scorekeeping.

    Lauchy showed us the ropes with the batting cage and electronic dart board. Also. No math needed to play darts.

    Mitchell Hollamby

  • Social Group Spectating

    The setup enables groups to gather right outside the cages to spectate, cheer on friends, and share food and drinks.

    Watch your mates play baseball while you eat and drink outside the cage.

    Gerard W

  • All-Ages Group Outings

    The space caters to mixed groups and families, with games and staff assistance accessible for adults, teens, and young kids.

    Bridget was really helpful in explaining how the game works to our group and checked in to make sure everything was running well

    Tarryn Kinder

  • Big-Screen Sports Broadcasts

    Patrons can follow televised sports on big screens across the room, with staff accommodating requests to switch games.

    They even put the Super Rugby on the main screen, when NRL was playing on the small screens, which makes a nice change

    AL Wright

  • Outsourced Multi-Venue Dining

    Guests can order meal deliveries directly from neighboring eateries alongside on-tap beers and beverage towers.

    The food is outsourced to neighboring cafes which can be good as there is greater variety

    Craig McQ

Signature games, activities, and drinks that define the experience

  • batting cage

    Lauchy showed us the ropes with the batting cage and electronic dart board.

    Mitchell Hollamby

  • electronic dart board

    Lauchy showed us the ropes with the batting cage and electronic dart board.

    Mitchell Hollamby

  • pool tables

    the pool tables are great

    Jared and Storm

  • espresso martini

    Grant makes an espresso martini like no other.

    Mitchell Hollamby

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful service gestures and attentive hospitality that elevate your time at the venue

  • Tailored Batting Cage Setup for Kids

    Staff take time to show groups how to adjust pitch speed and ball height in the cages, ensuring younger children and beginners can participate comfortably alongside adults.

  • Guided Gameplay and Automated Dart Scoring

    Staff walk newcomers through the cage systems and automated electronic dart boards where scoring is calculated automatically without mental arithmetic.

  • Custom Screen and Match Switching

    Rather than keeping guests bound to standard screens, staff adjust broadcast arrangements upon request, putting specific matches like Super Rugby on the main screen.

  • Seamless Table Delivery from Local Eateries

    Patrons can enjoy food orders seamlessly delivered straight to their table or cage side from neighboring local eateries like Nero.

Before you head over

Practical guidance on scheduling games, coordinating outsourced dining, and getting to Portside Wharf.

  • Time Food Around Cage Sessions

    Because food is fulfilled by neighboring cafes and can take around 30 minutes to arrive in stages, order meals either before or after your batting session so you don't spend limited cage time waiting on dishes.

  • Take Advantage of Easy Transit & Parking

    The venue provides plenty of on-site parking at Portside Wharf, and is situated just a couple minutes' walk from the nearby ferry stop along the water for a hassle-free arrival.

  • Ask Staff to Customize Batting Settings

    Staff are happy to walk first-timers through the equipment and will adjust pitch speed and height so players of all skill levels, including kids, can participate comfortably.

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