The shady terrace out the front of the handsome, two-storey Burra Hotel, overlooking the main square, is a fine spot for a cold glass or two after a hard day's copper mining. Occasional live bands, pool table and big country-pub meals (mains $17 to $32).
Burra Hotel
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