121BC

Italian wine shop & bar

Situated near sibling Vini, 121BC offers over 300, mostly biodynamic, Italian wines. Wine by the glass in the bar covers every Italian region and the wine menu changes monthly. The food is simple and seasonal.

Address

4/50 Holt St (via Gladstone St).

Phone

9699 1582

3 Weeds Rozelle

Iconic, award-winning bar and restaurant

Winner of the Gastro Pub of the year, AHA(NSW) Awards 2008 and rated a Top 10 Pub in Sydney, in the SMH Good Food Guide 2009, the 3 Weeds Rozelle is an iconic, award winning restaurant, bars and function venue. Now open for Sunday lunch.

Address

197 Evans St, Rozelle

Phone

9818 2788

4 Pines Brewing Company

Award winning brewery, restaurant & bar

Need to be schooled in the art of craft beer? This fuss-free drinkery offers the best type of education. Visit for house brews such as Kolsch, Extra Special Bitter and Hefeweizen, a menu that's high on pub classics, or try a brewery tour Monday to Friday.

Address

29/43-45 East Esplanade, Manly

Phone

9976 2300

ArtHouse Hotel

Award-winning restaurant and bar

Built in 1836, this inner city building has been faithfully restored to its former glory - presenting an amazing, multi-award winning venue with old world charm, four bars and an a la carte restaurant.

Address

275 Pitt Street, Sydney

Phone

9284 1200

Assembly Bar

Bunker-style bar

A Berlin bunker-style bar hidden from the bright lights of the CBD, Assembly is tucked at the back of Regent Place shopping precinct. Sip cocktails from the classic to the avant garde or sample diverse share plates.

Address

Regent Place (via 488 Kent Street), Sydney

Phone

9283 8808

Australian 18 Footers League

Waterfront bar

This well-heeled eatery serves up inventive pub classics with nods to Mod-Oz, an impeccable wine list and celestial views. Dining on the deck with a glass of crisp, chilled white is a defining Double Bay experience.

Address

77 Bay St, Double Bay

Phone

9363 2995

Awkward

Cocktail bar, eating house & hangout

There's a new player in Sydney's live music scene. From Wed to Sun each week, Awkward showcases some of the hottest live music acts including Sarsha Simone, Thandiwe Phoenix, Gang of Brothers, Kate Monroe and so much more.

Address

173 Darlinghurst Road, Darlinghurst

Phone

0424 290 568

Balcony Bar

Sophisticated wine & tapas bar

Spread over three floors, this sumptuous but relaxed bar is the latest addition in the to-do list of the urban Sydney crowd. Enjoy a cocktail and tapas or soak up some live acoustic music on Thursday nights.

Address

46 Erskine Street, Sydney

Phone

9299 8821

Bambini Wine Room and Bar

Chic wine bar in the heart of CBD

This intimate, exquisite bar adorned with chandeliers, flagstone floors, burnished mirrors and French cafe-style tables is top in the Sydney must-do list. Indulge in shallow fried calamari, fine wines and other delectable concoctions.

Address

185 Elizabeth Street

Phone

9283 7089

Bar H

All day eating and drinking space

H is for Hamish. After nine years in the kitchen at Kylie Kwong, Hamish and partner Rebecca have transformed an iconic corner cafe into Bar H- a slick, European transitional bar space offering coffee, wine and modern Australian fare all day.

Address

80 Campbell St, Surry Hills

Phone

9280 1980

Baxter Inn

Saloon style bar

Unassumingly hidden down a laneway in the middle of the CBD lies a whisky lover's heaven. Saloon style with its long wooden countertop, Baxter will see you stop off for a drink or two.

Address

152-156 Clarence Street, Sydney

Phone

Beach Road Hotel

Corner pub

Aussie spirit, pacific soul, international flavour. A local institution with free live music 6 nights a week. Lunch and Dinner 7 days.

Address

71 Beach Road, Bondi Beach

Phone

9130 7247

Beauchamp Hotel

Fabulous heritage pub, courtyard & bistro

A major renovation has given this institution of a Sydney pub a charmingly modern, loungey, and luscious style which is laid back yet decidedly cool. The food and the upstairs courtyard are a must.

Address

267 Oxford Street, Darlinghurst

Phone

9331 2575

Bench Wine Bar

Wine bar

A dramatically lit wine bar with a slick industrial fitout. Their innovative food menu helpfully suggests drinks matched to perfection. Sit back and relax in dimly lit surroundings while soaking up some soft jazz and soul music.

Address

Shop 5, 503-511 King Street, Newtown

Phone

9557 7428

Blacksheep

Cocktails, tapas, live music

This small candle-lit bar offers all day tapas and mains, paired with an extensive selection of beers and wines. Visit for handcrafted cocktails that compliment the indie-luxe decor, creating a fun atmosphere with live music and boardgames.

Address

256 King Street, Newtown

Phone

8033 3455

Bungalow 8

Waterside Tiki bar

Sydney's only waterside Tiki bar, taking inspiration from the flavours of the South Pacific and boasting favourites like the whole suckling pig and coconut cocktails. Relax by day and party by night, escape to Bungalow 8, a harbour-side oasis under a city skyline.

Address

Number 8, The Promenade, King Street Wharf, Sydney

Phone

9299 4660

Button Bar

Small bar

This candlelit drinkery is an exercise in lo-fi elegance thanks to a wood-panelled interior, sumptuous seating and up-cycled fixtures. Sink into a booth and surrender to a cocktail list that's as adventurous as its décor.

Address

65 Foveaux Street, Surry Hills.

Phone

9211 1544

Cafe Sopra

Mozzarella bar

A Mozzarella bar for the cheese obsessed, Aperitivo Bar, Pizzeria, a private dining room and private bar. Breakfast is also available until late.

Address

81 Macleay Street, Potts Point

Phone

9368 6666

Cargo Bar

Landmark of Sydney's nightlife

Waterside vistas, sparkling long drinks and a relaxed dining intimacy make up Cargo Bar's ineffable social recipe by day. As a landmark of Sydney's nightlife, the venue also welcomes local DJs and live musicians to brew its international party atmosphere. Its trusted ambiance and daily specials lure locals while its position ensures a diverse crowd.

Address

21 Lime St, King St Wharf

Phone

9262 1777

Cargo Bar & Lounge

Bar, lounge, functions and events

Waterside vistas, sparkling long drinks and a relaxed dining intimacy make up Cargo's paramount social recipe by day. As a landmark of Sydney's nightlife, the venue also welcomes local and international DJs and live musicians to brew its international party atmosphere.

Address

52-60 The Promenade, King Street Wharf, Sydney

Phone

9262 1777

Chapter One

Coffee and wine room

Ocean views compete for attention with Allpress coffee and delectable cheese and charcuterie as evening sets in. The wine list hosts boutique flavours from South Australia to Spain with the service proving equally exclusive.

Address

34 Campbell Pde, Bondi Beach

Phone

0416 201 601

Cherry

Luxe cocktail bar

Cocktail luxe. Breathtaking harbour and skyline views are amplified by the weekly DJ line-up, featuring the best of lounge, afro beats, electro jazz and reggae. (Guests must be aged 18 years or over to enter the casino).

Address

The Star, Level 1, 80 Pyrmont Street, Pyrmont

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Corner Bar

Bar for all occasions

Corner Bar, the Peninsula's first small bar, serves up excellent cocktails, great wines by the glass, boutique beers and grazing boards all in a very cool setting. Available for selective function hire and external catering.

Address

632 Darling St, Balmain

Phone

9810 7070

Crane Sushi Bar

Japanese fusion bar and restaurant

A recent addition to the dining strip that is Bayswater Road, Crane fuses Japanese dining with the fun of a late night hangout, elements which are fast catching the attention of Sydney’s A list. Lead by head chef Tai Chi, the extensive fusion menu reveals both contemporary and traditional takes on Japanese favourites, from platters of sashimi and nigari bites to blends of green tea and tiramisu for dessert.

Address

32 Bayswater Road, Potts Point

Phone

9357 3414

Cruise Bar

Cruise Bar does a Modern Interpretation of Italian Cuisine, with cocktail lounge, bar, events space and wandering harbour views. DJs decorate the waterfront atmospheres four nights a week or try your hand at a Cocktail Master Class.

Address

Overseas Passenger Terminal, Circular Quay

Phone

9251 1188

Different Drummer Bar

Cocktail, tapas & wine bar

In the midst of Glebe's thriving restaurant district, the Different Drummer is a cosmopolitan cocktail bar with a warm heart. Compliment your wine or cocktail with Spanish inspired tapas created using the freshest locally sourced ingredients. Why not spice up your night with a great small bar atmosphere, groovy tunes and service with a wink.

Address

185 Glebe Point Road, Glebe

Phone

9552 3406

Dome Bar

Eclectic, warm and decadent

Eclectic, warm and decadent, DOME is the perfect place to enjoy live performances, unwind with friends, or host a private party, corporate celebration or business conference in one of Sydney's most beautiful bars and function rooms.

Address

589 Crown Street, Surry Hills

Phone

9699 3460

Drift at Ravesi's

Sydney's Hottest Beachside Bar

Ravesi's exclusive new cocktail lounge for the Bondi A-list and visitors, Drift boasts incredible beachside views, an exquisite menu and a world class cocktail and wine experience. Takes contemporary luxury to new heights.

Address

118 Campbell Pde, Bondi Beach

Phone

9365 4422

Freda's

Bar and canteen

A small bar housed in a refitted century old warehouse. The Mediterranean influenced dinner menu is classily executed as are the cocktails. Try their signature Martini, with a Gin Mare base, Dolin Blanc Dry Vermouth and two green olives.

Address

109 Regent Street, Chippendale

Phone

8971 7336

Gin Garden

Colonial-themed drinkery

Gin enthusiasts flock to this elegant, colonial-themed drinkery for inventive versions of their favourite tipple. If you're feeling adventurous, skip the Tanqueray and head straight for the Cucumber Pepper Martini.

Address

Ground Floor, 252 George Street, Sydney

Phone

9240 3100

Grandma's Bar

Small bar & café

In the basement below a guitar shop find a retro-sexual haven of cosmopolitan kitsch and faded granny glamour complete with five pages of cocktails. Imbibe tiki drinks, Brazilian milkshakes and a Philadelphian Fish House punch invented in the 1700s.

Address

Basement, 275 Clarence St

Phone

9264 3004

Grasshopper Eating House & Bar

Small bar and restaurant

This watering hole wins the small bar stakes, thanks to dangerously addictive cocktails in recycled jam jars and a moody interior featuring vintage furniture by candlelight. It also boasts enough secret nooks to lose yourself for the night and the customary blinkand-you’ll-miss it laneway location. The menu at the upstairs restaurant is a classy take on comfort food – think quail with smoked eggplant and broadbeans.

Address

Temperance Lane (off George Street, between King and Market), Sydney

Phone

9947 9025

Green Park

Welcoming Sydney institution

A Darlinghurst institution with a bohemian vibe attracting a mix of gay and straight clientele. Green Park is a local favourite for lounging, playing pool, meeting friends or kicking off a great night on the town.

Address

360 Victoria Street, Darlinghurst.

Phone

9380 5311

Harts Pub

Home to Rocks Brewing Company

Proudly patriotic with Australian Craft Beer rotating through their twelve taps, Harts is a Rocks institution and a long established stop off point on any beer lover's route.

Address

Corner of Essex and Gloucester Streets

Phone

9251 6030

Havana Beach

Cafe and lounge

Brilliant beach views, killer $10 mojitos, bulging burgers, tasty tapas... what’s not to like? Havana draws its crowds with their rustic Cuban-inspired fitout, as well as authentic cuisine and cocktail offerings for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Address

3/14 South Steyne, Manly

Phone

9977 0060

Haymarket Hotel

Elegant lounge bar

The Haymarket Hotel is an historic former bank, with marbled features and the original bank teller counters. For a touch of Parisian elegance, head downstairs to the Martini bar inside the former bank vault.

Address

661 George Street

Phone

8221 0226

Hemmesphere

Opulent lounge bar

Inspired by Ottoman Empire sophistication, Hemmesphere is a world of refined opulence. Enjoy sumptuos cocktails & Japanese delicacies while relaxing at the lounge bar, exotically furnished with low, comfortable lounges.

Address

Level 4, 252 George Street, Sydney.

Phone

9240 3040

Hinky Dinks

Small Bar

Focusing on approachable wines and fun drinks, Hinky Dinks embodies the enthusiastic spirit of 1950s cocktail culture, when a cocktail wasn't so much a drink as it was a fashion accessory.

Address

185 Darlinghurst Rd, Darlinghurst

Phone

8084 6379

Icebergs Dining Room and Bar

Iconic restaurant and bar

A revamped swimming complex now home to a five star bar and restaurant gracing the cliffs of South Bondi. Floor to ceiling windows opening on to a balcony enhance this exceptional dining and bar experience.

Address

1 Notts Avenue, Bondi Beach.

Phone

9365 9000

Imperial Hotel Paddington

Inner city country style pub

Passionate about beer, premium beefsteaks and regional wines, this classic pub is all about warm hospitality in a contemporary environment. Bonuses include a social club with member privileges, event spaces and live music on Sundays.

Address

252 Oxford Street, Paddington

Phone

9331 2023

ivy Bar

Bar of the Year - Time Out Magazine

A sophisticated new urban playground, this purpose-built bar has intimate corners for quiet chats and relaxed lounging plus lots of space for dancing the night away.

Address

330 George Street, ivy, Sydney.

Phone

9240 3000

James Squire Brewhouse

A truly unique restaurant

This spacious, rustic, waterfront restaurant with its own micro-brewery expertly matches contemporary Australian cuisine with an extensive range of freshly brewed James Squire beers to please all palates.

Address

22 The Promenade, King Street Wharf.

Phone

8270 7901

JB's Bar, Holiday Inn Darling Harbour

Recently refurbished, JB's Bar at the Holiday Inn allows guests to enjoy breakfast on the go, lunch, dinner or simply unwind over a few drinks and watch passers by.

Address

68 Harbour St, Haymarket

Phone

9291 0400

Jekyll & Hyde

Cafe, wine bar & tapas experience

Jekyll and Hyde is a wine, tapas and coffee bar intelligently conceived to appease shifting personas, moods and desires - or the demands of a modern world.

Address

332 Victoria Road, Darlinghurst

Phone

9360 5568

Jester Seeds

Small bar

Take a seat on a vinyl sofa, or channel an inner west house party in the courtyard and discover Jester Seeds' twist on grunge. Sip decadent cocktails against a backdrop that nods its head to street art.

Address

127 King St, Newtown

Phone

9557 7008

La Bodeguita Del Medio

Cuban themed restaurant & bar

The doors have recently opened at the Cuban themed La Bodeguita del Medio. 'The home of the mojito'. A delightfully bohemian restaurant and bar in the old Havana style, with a radiant, cosmopolitan atmosphere. Expect live Cuban music and dancing.

Address

125 York St, Sydney

Phone

9264 4224

Li'l Darlin

Cocktails and tapas

Like its lovely sisters in Randwick and Darlinghurst, this intimate bar is perennially popular for killer cocktails - the Icyee Lychini is legendary! Enjoy well priced wines and tasty share plates including gourmet tapas pizzas, topped with everything from smoked trout to crispy Peking duck. Arrive early to ensure a seat overlooking the street in the candle-lit, vine-laced space; visit on Sundays for live evening music.

Address

420 Elizabeth St, Surry Hills

Phone

9698 5488

Lotus

Creative, sexy, cozy bar and bistro

This sophisticated, award-winning bistro and cocktail bar has a well-deserved reputation for outstanding service. Dan Hong's menu features Asian influences with fresh Mediterranean flavours.

Address

22 Challis Avenue, Potts Point

Phone

02 9326 9000

Love Tilly Devine

This wine and nibble bar commands its own repute, like the 1920s Razorhurst crime boss it's named after. This warm industrial den with unadorned walls, exposed bricks, low lights and surprising tasting plates impresses patrons with just under 300 wines broken into categories like ''challenging, unusual, idiosyncratic'.

Address

91 Crown Lane

Phone

9326 9297

Lowenbrau Keller

Authentic Bavarian-style restaurant

Imported bier and hearty German cuisine are the staples of this busy traditional Bavarian-style restaurant. Grab a schnitzel and a stein of bier and settle in for some serious fun with the live oom-pah-pah band.

Address

Corner of Playfair and Argyle Street

Phone

9247 7785

Madame Fling Flong

Retro lounge & wine bar

Red boudoir hang out for mezze plates and a tipple in easy company at this hideaway about Soni's. Also screening classic, cult and foreign movies on Tuesday nights, which go down a treat with Madame's special cocktails.

Address

Level 1, 169 King St (above Soni's), Newtown

Phone

9565 2471

Manly Wine

Manly's favourite wine bar

A glass of vino watching the waves? Paradise. Ornate chandeliers, ferns and geraniums hang from the ceiling of this cozy wine bar where you can settle into a comfy chair in the corner with a glass of red or enjoy the sea breeze out the front with a cocktail and unobstructed views of Manly's famous beach.

Address

8-13 South Steyne, Manly

Phone

8966 9000

Market City Tavern

Bar for all occasions

Take a break with a drink and a punt at this cosy tavern with dedicated TAB facilities and screens. An outdoor garden terrace bar is perfect for unwinding after a long day on your feet.

Address

GF, L1 & L2 Market City

Phone

9211 8886

Marlborough Hotel

Newtown's favourite local

Newtown's bohemian beauty, the Marlborough Hotel is a hive of activity for artists, students, locals and visitors. The Marly delivers great meals day or night, cool cocktails, pool tables, live sport action and a host of weekly pub entertainment.

Address

145 King St, Newtown

Phone

9519 1222

Marquee The Star Sydney

A new nightlife experience

With expansive views of the harbour, 20,000 square metres of party space, 1,200 partygoers, 3 lavish rooms and one-of-a-kind music experiences, Marquee is Sydney's premium club destination. (Guests must be aged 18 years or over to enter the casino).

Address

The Star, Harbourside (entrance via Pirrama Road), Prymont

Phone

Miss Peaches

One of Sydney’s newest diners, serving soul food with a whole lotta lovin’.

Australian restaurants that do southern American soul food well are few and far between. Miss Peaches breaks the mould with a menu that takes you from Louisiana to North Carolina and back.

Address

201 Missenden Rd, Newtown

Phone

9557 7280

Mister Fox

Food, music, cocktails and wine

Mister Fox is the place to be if you like great food, funky lounge music, superb cocktails and an excellent selection of interesting wines by the glass. A nice selection of craft beers available too.

Address

557 Crown Street, Surry Hills

Phone

0414 691 811

Mojo Record Bar

Great records, great drinks

There's a swagger of understated cool to this drinking den/vinyl store. From the play of dim light on the timber bar to the eclectic catalogue of records best perused beverage in hand, Mojo gets everything right.

Address

Basement Level, 73 York Street, Sydney

Phone

9262 4999

Mountbatten Hotel

Small pub

Escape the crowds in this small pub bathed with welcome natural light. Happy Hour runs Monday to Thursday 4pm-6pm with $3 local beers and house wines. Eat cheap with $8 steaks and schnitzels.

Address

Corner George Street & Ultimo Road

Phone

02 9280 4700

Mr Cooper's

Sharing food & great wine

Fancy a bowl of truffle popcorn, melt-in-your mouth wagyu and an apple strudel cocktail? This consummate wine bar also has a killer list of vino that takes cues from the best parts of Europe.

Address

438 Oxford Street, Paddington

Phone

8084 5465

Murray's Craft Brewery Co.

Australia's most extreme brewer

The first Sydney venue of Murray's Craft Brewing Co, this Manly favourite ticks all the boxes. Eighteen beers on tap alongside well-mixed cocktails, classic pub fare, live events and beach views… what's not to like?

Address

49-53 North Styne, Manly

Phone

9977 0999

Nag's Head Hotel

Great service, food, atmosphere everytime

This traditional, old English style pub is bursting full character and atmosphere. With quirky interiors, live music and enthusiastic staff, the Nag's is the perfect place to sink a few friendly boutique beers.

Address

162 St Johns Road, Glebe

Phone

9660 1591

Neutral Bay Bar and Dining

Seasonal fare in vibrant dining hall

Neutral Bay Bar & Dining treat every guest like they are your mother (only without the kissing). Take goose pate at the bar or simple honest food in their modern suite of booths.

Address

132 Military Road, Neutral Bay

Phone

9953 5853

Newtown Hotel

Local pub

Keystone Group’s first foray into Newtown is a winner. They’ve taken an iconic, 130-year-old pub and injected it with their signature style — a visual mishmash of different aesthetics and eras — to create a venue that celebrates the diverse character and kookiness of Newtown and its inhabitants.

Address

174 King St, Newtown

Phone

9557 6399

One Moncur

Champagne and wine bar

Locals flock to this classy drinkery for cocktails, champagne, wine, craft beer and an ambience that combines uptown elegance with neighbourhood charm. It also features an inventive menu starring tapas, lunch, dinner and weekend high tea.

Address

1 Moncur Street, Woollahra

Phone

9363 0510

Opera Bar

Bar with Sydney's spectacular view

Opera Bar boasts a spirited and paramount Sydney experience. Dine alfresco on rock oysters and classic share plates, Opera Bar's own Organic Pale Ale or their signature cocktail, the 'Dirty Carpet Disco,' over harbour vistas with homegrown live music

Address

Lower Concourse Level, Sydney Opera House

Phone

9247 1666

Owl House

Restaurant & bar

This intimate restaurant and bar strikes a balance between the crisp and the quirky across its two levels, where classic cocktails like Negronis and Martinis meet with hearty menu offerings like pork and rabbit terrine.

Address

97 Crown St, Darlinghurst

Phone

9357 5060

Paddington Inn

Boutique pub, bistro and outdoor area

An icon, the Paddington Inn is one of Sydney's original gastro pubs. Today it is one of Paddington's hotspots where the stylish and well heeled go to drink and sample some of "The Paddo's" amazing food.

Address

338 Oxford St, Paddington.

Phone

9380 5913

PLAY Bar

Underground small bar

Housed in the old 'Chess Discount Store' PLAY Bar is bringing a raw, underground vibe to Surry Hills. Enter through the black timber door and down the stairs to discover an intimate space with turntables, a ghetto blaster hung from the wooden rafters, graffiti murals lining the exposed brick walls and perfectly comfy leather lounges.

Address

Basement, 72 Campbell Street, Surry Hills

Phone

9280 0885

Pocket Bar

Quirky small bar & cocktail lounge

Cosy retro and vintage furniture, walls laden with pop art murals and a host of quirky trinkets are on display at this bar and cocktail lounge serving drinks, snacks and crepes whilst adding a touch of cool to its surrounds.

Address

13 Burton Street, Darlinghurst

Phone

9380 7002

Raw Bar

Japanese cuisine

As its name suggests, this Japanese eatery does wonders with uncooked ingredients, from sashimi to seaweed salad. But there are hot favourites as well - teriyaki, tempura, udon - complemented by a thoughtful sake list.

Address

Shop 1, 136 Warners Avenue, Bondi Beach

Phone

T: 9365 7200

Rock Lily

Live music & tequila

An intimate live music hub stocked to the ceiling with the world's most sought-after tequilas (over 120 varieties). Have a rockin' night out listening to a gig while sipping on a Margarita. (Guests must be aged 18 years or over to enter the casino).

Address

The Star, Level 1, 80 Pyrmont Street, Pyrmont

Phone

Rockpool Bar & Grill

Bar and grill

Housed within one of the finest Art Deco buildings in Australia, this Mad Men inspired venue with opulent brass doors, heavy wood and leather is a local favourite. Choose from their extensive wine list and inspiring shared plates (don't miss Ortiz anchovies served on smoked tomato bruschetta).

Address

66 Hunter Street, Sydney

Phone

8078 1900

Shirt Bar

Drinks, coffee & shirts unite

Address

7 Sussex Lane, Sydney.

Phone

8068 8222

Sip and Nibble

Espresso & Cocktail Bar

Wine obsessives and cocktail fiends flock to this ambient drinking hole for inventive beverages along with inspired twists on dessert. Stop by for a lesson in mixology that's bound to have you hooked.

Address

13B Burton Street, Darlinghurst

Phone

0412 231 375

Small Bar

Intimate bar

An early leader of the hole-in-the-wall bar movement currently reshaping Sydney's socials scene, Small Bar's wooden floorboards echo the kitchen percussion of home cooked food. A prime spot for a dinner party with no washing up.

Address

48 Erskine Street, Sydney

Phone

9279 0782

Speakeasy Bar

Cosy, bohemian tapas & wine bar

This cosy and bohemian local favourite serves up fresh, Mediterranean style tapas with an affordable global wine-list. They also do breakfast, brunch and lunch on the weekends.

Address

83 Curlewis St, Bondi Beach

Phone

9130 2020

Star Hotel

There's nothing fancy about the Star Hotel but that's just how the punters like it. This corner pub has beers on tap and TAB facilities with plenty of screens - a perfect escape for the boys.

Address

Cnr Sussex and Goulburn St, Haymarket

Phone

9281 8343

Stitch Bar

Cocktail bar

Nestled in an intimate and unassumingly elegant basement, this cocktail bar is at once archetypical and wholly original. Sophisticated dude food complements an extensive and inventive drinks list that blends the familiar with the unconventional.

Address

61 York Street, Sydney

Phone

9279 0380

Sugarmill

An ode to the Kings Cross of old

A lively blend of modern, antique and kitsch, Sugarmill is a unique Kings Cross spot day or night. Cocktail pitchers, board games and weekly comedy are highlights, as are the vintage furnishings, pub menu and DJs all week round.

Address

33-37 Darlinghurst Road, Kings Cross

Phone

9368 7333

SumBar

Cool cafe funky wine bar

The points of difference are endless at this characteristically Melbourne meets Madrid and 1930s Bordello drinking and eating hole. Every agenda is met with an upstairs lounge, beer garden, live music scene and psychic readings.

Address

50-52 Frenchmans Rd, Randwick

Phone

9399 6669

Tastevin Bistro and Wine Bar

French bistro and wine bar

Hidden upstairs from Victoria Street is this intimate bistro & wine bar serving traditional French cuisine with a modern Australian twist. Enjoy a meal or opt for a glass of wine in the back bar and peruse the bar menu.

Address

Level 1, 292-294 Victoria St, Darlinghurst

Phone

9356 3429

The Anchor Bar and Restaurant

Rocknroll restaurant & margarita bar

These guys know tequila. Actually, they know about everything it takes to create memorable moments with food and drink, serving up fresh sustainable fish, a late night menu, unique wine list and margaritas to a rock'n'roll soundtrack.

Address

8 Campbell Parade, Bondi Beach

Phone

8084 3145

The Apartment

1970's Spanish apartment bar

The Apartment, or El Apartmento as the owners like to call it, is located on level one of The Carrington in Surry Hills and is the 70s incarnated... but in an apartment in Barcelona.

Address

Level 1, 563 Bourke Street, Surry Hills

Phone

9360 4714

The Argyle

Contemporary bar in heritage building

Located within ArgyleXchange in The Rocks, The Argyle features five bars over two levels, including the famous outdoor cobbled courtyard. Enjoy cocktails, food and DJs playing live Wednesday through Sunday. Start your night here. End your night here.

Address

18 Argyle Street, The Rocks

Phone

9247 5500

The Bank Nightclub

Nightclub with sophistication and indulgence

Dishing up ultra-sensory nightlife with a luxurious vibe under high ceilings and sweeping foyers (a nod to its ancient architectural model), take your cocktail or wood-fired pizza by candlelight or in a booth onlooking the dance floor.

Address

42 Darlinghurst Road, Kings Cross

Phone

9360 6012

The Boston

Restaurant and cocktail bar

The talent behind Grasshopper bring small bar ethos quayside - albeit on a slightly larger scale. Recycled wood furniture and industrial stools are blanketed by a high rooftop in this predominantly outdoor space. Come for a rotating lineup of aged cocktails like the “Stars and Stripes” - a smooth blend of rye whiskey, cognac, apple and chestnut liqueur and Italian vermouth.

Address

Gateway, 1 Macquarie Place, Sydney.

Phone

9241 5858

The Bourbon

New Orleans inspired bar

The Bourbon might call Potts Point home, but its spirit is pure New Orleans. Settle into a tufted, teal chair, choose a whiskey-laced cocktail and lose yourself to live jazz and blues seven days a week.

Address

22 Darlinghurst Road, Potts Point

Phone

9035 8888

The Clock Hotel

Where time never stands still

The regular hangout for the creative, professional Surry Hills crowd. Sip extravagant cocktails at the Balcony Bar (a perfect sunset location), sample delicious tapas and classic 'pub grub', or relax at the ever popular Street Bar booths.

Address

470 Crown Street, Surry Hills.

Phone

9331 5333

The Colombian Hotel

Spacious and vibrant bar

Vibrant gay venue with panoramic views of Oxford Street featuring regular DJs, groovy decor and a funky cocktail bar. Enjoy great tunes and a good time - Colombian Style!!

Address

117 - 123 Oxford Street, Darlinghurst.

Phone

02 9360 2151

The Corner House

Cocktail bar & restaurant

Crafted to create a laid-back feel that nods to the historic roots of the building, salvaged railway tracks, wooden ferry pews and steel floors form a homely space to enjoy an expertly crafted cocktail, peep into the open kitchen or share food with friends.

Address

281 Bondi Rd, Bondi

Phone

8020 6698

The Cottage Bar & Kitchen

Wine and food lovers haunt

This bar and cafe oozes provincial charm, from the country cottage-inspired dining room to the leafy alfresco seating overlooking the street. Woodfired pizzas, share plates and salumi platters pair perfectly with creative cocktails and punches.

Address

342 Darling Street, Balmain

Phone

T: 8084 8185

The Crossing

A proper bar

A reputation for creative serves of sophisticated liquor and a clientele equally refined ensures this dark and sexy bar feels more New York City than Bondi Beach.

Address

13 O'Brien St, Bondi Beach

Phone

9365 4134

The Dolphin Hotel

Iconic bar

With its central location, versatile spaces and innovative bistro menu, The Dolphin Hotel is the best pub destination for both Surry Hills locals and the wider Sydney public.

Address

412 Crown Street, Surry Hills

Phone

9331 4800

The East Village

A beautiful bar, delicious dining room food

Charming and multi-faceted, the East Village Hotel throws fantastic functions, pours boutique beer at a beautiful bar and presents five star food and expert wine matching in their dining room.

Address

234 Palmer Street, Darlinghurst

Phone

9331 5457

The Establishment

Chic Sydney bar

Sensationally decadent bar attracting the who's who of the Sydney's social scene. Commanding cast iron columns, pressed metal ceilings and a garden bar with exposed brick feautres complement this luxurious space.

Address

252 George Street, Sydney.

Phone

9240 3000

The Fringe Bar

Locals' favourite - iconic bohemian pub, entertainment venue & Saturday markets

Iconic, bohemian pub offering weekly comedy nights, live entertainment and scrumptious cocktails. A must destination also for nerd battles at Trivia or eclectic vintage finds at Fringe Bar Markets. Enjoy lunch, dinner or a big night out.

Address

106 Oxford Street, Paddington.

Phone

9360 5443

The Green Room Lounge

Small bar

This 50s style lounge bar presents a neat slice of yesteryear. The drinks list is mostly local with boutique wines, beers and ciders. Their real passion is cocktails, with an extensive list covering everything from the classics to their own exclusive menu.

Address

156 Enmore Rd, Enmore

Phone

8021 8451

The Hazy Rose

Cocktail bar

This award winning small bar serves up sublime cocktails and great music in a setting that's high on elegant Art Deco touches. This bar is fast becoming an institution for a good reason.

Address

83 Stanley Street, Darlinghurst

Phone

9357 5036

The Local Bar

Wine, classic cocktails and espresso

Located down an unassuming alleyway, this lively little bar draws a cool crowd with its impressive wine list. Charcuterie and antipasti rule the produce-driven menu, encouraging you to linger with friends for hours.

Address

8 Young Lane, Neutral Bay

Phone

9953 0027

The Local Taphouse

European style neighbourhood tavern

The Taphouse has three floors offering a pubs pub on the ground, The Louvre restaurant and Wilfreds room on the first floor and the beautiful Roof garden bar on the top.

Address

122 Flinders St, Darlinghurst

Phone

9360 0088

The Loft

Tapas and cocktail spot

theloft’s wood panelled bar, beaded chandeliers and up lit ceilings infuses this cocktail spot with a Moorish casbah extravagance. Between its 180 degree views of Sydney harbour, creative cocktail mixology and local DJs, this late night venue lures a crowd of style and sophistication.

Address

13 Lime St, King St Wharf

Phone

9299 4770

The Lord Nelson Brewery Hotel

Sydney's oldest continuous licensed hotel

Pub brewery since 1985, The Lord's six varieties of 100% natural ale brewed on the premises can be sampled in modern surrounds with colonial grandeur. Dishing out pub fare, ploughman's lunches, pork pies and the option to stay overnight within their historic walls, this micro-brewer does all facets well.

Address

19 Kent Street, The Rocks

Phone

9251 4044

The Midnight Special

Bar and live music

A laidback bar that oozes rock 'n' roll. The chequerboard floor and booths demand a beer or whiskey sour. Also suiting the scene are hot dogs and not dogs (for vegetarians) with a choice of hot sauce to drizzle on top.

Address

44 Enmore Road, Newtown

Phone

The Norfolk

Bar on Cleveland

The Norfolk re-opened in December 2010 with a brand spanking new pub menu, a new look, an awesome wine list, new drinks and a new outlook.

Address

305 Cleveland Street, Surry Hills

Phone

9699 3177

The Passage

Bar and restaurant

With a menu designed around the age-old ideal and personal belief that good food is something best enjoyed with good company, settle in for good wine, food and company at The Passage.

Address

231A Victoria Street, Darlinghurst

Phone

9358 6116

The Stoned Crow

Fashionable upmarket bar, amazing food and wine

New owners have breathed fresh life into this chic bar. Tapas, pizza, salads, seasonal cocktails and local wines are served up in intimate indoor and leafy alfresco spaces, complemented by live music on Sundays.

Address

39 Willoughby Road, Crows Nest

Phone

9439 5477

The Trinity Bar

Bar

A firm favourite with the locals since 1998, The Trinity Bar serves up great food and friendly service in an inviting atmosphere. Settle in with something delicious from the menu paired with a craft beer in either the Outdoor Terrace of Eden's Room, for a great pub-lunch or night out.

Address

505 Crown Street, Surry Hills

Phone

8333 9999

The Wanderer

Laid back local

With friendly staff and a diverse playlist pumping, this is an unassuming and buzzy place perfect for catching up with friends. The menu gives a cheeky nod to dude food but keeps things interesting with a pork schnitzel, rhubarb relish and sauerkraut slider. The cocktails alone warrant a visit - share a one litre ‘bartender crockpot’ of Belly Full of Rum (Havana Bianco, Rhurbarb cordial, ginger beer and lime juice).

Address

501 Elizabeth Street, Surry Hills

Phone

9699 8852

The Water Bar

Chic cocktail lounge

Situated within boutique hotel BLUE Sydney, A Taj Hotel, Water Bar is an outpost of nocturnal indulgence. Promising intimacy with its plush seating, mood lighting & soaring ceiling, this converted warehouse boasts a sophisticated and sexy cocktail ambiance.

Address

6 Cowper Wharf Road, Woolloomooloo

Phone

9331 9000

The White Horse Hotel

Lavish meeting and drinking venue

The White Horse Hotel, Surry Hills, is a grand building distinguished by a giant silver stallion perched on its roof. Inside is a lavishly designed meeting and drinking venue with contrasting spaces spread over two levels featuring sculptural ironwork, a luxurious private roof terrace and an open fireplace.

Address

381-385 Crown Street, Surry Hills

Phone

8333 9999

The Winery

A place to play

With shrines to Elvis, a playful all day menu and Sydney's only wine laneway - it's clear The Winery isn't taking itself too seriously and really is a place to play.

Address

285A Crown Street, Surry Hills

Phone

8070 2400

The World Bar

Bar, music venue, art space

This historic four-storey Victorian terrace has been home to countless legends and varied debauchery over the last century. The maze of cosy rooms, booths, stairwells and hidden areas, including concept space Apothecary Bar, is open for exploration. Its 'teapot' cocktail and pizza menus run alongside rotating art exhibitions and live jazz to embody mischief and embrace characters of all eccentricities, from all over the world.

Address

24 Bayswater Rd, Kings Cross

Phone

9357 7700

Tokonoma

Tokonoma - your new favourite venue

Tokonoma's focus on the style of Japanese 'izakaya' dining fuels its sophisticated and sharply designed space with an irresistible allure. Be it intimate social dining or corporate functions, your senses will be indulged on all levels

Address

490 Crown Street, Surry Hills

Phone

9357 6100

Velluto

Champagne and wine lounge

Tucked away on the corner of Fitzroy Gardens and Baroda Street, this bar is a luxurious retreat from the Kings Cross scene. Enjoy prestige Champagnes and an extensive list of boutique wines in luxurious style.

Address

50 Macleay Street (entrance cnr Baroda St and Fitzroy Gardens), Potts Point

Phone

9357 1100

Vinobravo

Boutique small wine bar

New York meets Italy at this wine bar, with its industrial-chic interiors and bellissimo drinks list. Classic cocktails, a thoughtful wine list and imported beers are a tasty entree to pizzas, cheeses and share plates.

Address

2/350 Military Road, Cremorne

Phone

9904 4668

Wine Oddyssey Australia

Wine bar and restaurant

Explore and savour Australia's diverse wine regions at this destination wine bar and restaurant. Sample over 50 Australian wines in the Wine Journey Room, deepen your knowledge in the Aroma Room and experience the best of fresh Australian cuisine in Wine Odyssey's luxurious restaurant.

Address

39-43 Argyle Street, The Rocks

Phone

1300 136 498

Wine Odyssey Australia

Journey through Australian wine and food

Explore and savour Australia’s diverse wine regions at this destination wine bar and restaurant. Sample over 50 Australian wines in the Wine Journey Room, deepen your knowledge in the Aroma Room and experience the best of fresh Australian cuisine in the luxurious heritage surroundings of Wine Odyssey’s restaurant.

Address

39-43 Argyle Street, Corner of Argyle and Harrington Streets

Phone

1300 136 498

Woolloomooloo Bay Hotel

Food, waterside dining, craft beer

Woolloomooloo Bay Hotel boasts more than a handful of assets. The heritage-listed waterfront premises overlooks the magnificent Sydney Harbour, Woolloomooloo Finger Wharf and the Royal Botanical Gardens. Along with Modern Australian bistro food, fine wines and 18 craft and premium beers on tap, the hotel offers function facilities in an atmosphere that far exceeds your every expectation while embracing the elated sophistication of the modern gastro pub.

Address

2 Bourke St, Woolloomooloo

Phone

9357 1177

Woolpack Hotel

Hotel & bistro

Pouring beer since 1885, Redfern's most elegant Hotel pub boasts a contemporary finish, stained timber public bar, lawn seating and bistro dining. Exhibitions and live music compliment Haloumi burgers and cider in this warm atmosphere

Address

229 Chalmers St, Redfern

Phone

9698 2077

Young Henry's

Serve the people

Young Henry's Natural Lager owes its flavour to native herbs and spices. The craft brewer also makes cider from apples grown in Griffith, NSW.

Address

76 Wilford Street, Newtown

Phone

9519 0048

Zeta Bar

Progressive, Sydney CBD Cocktail Bar

Zeta Bar is a progressive cocktail bar and exclusive escape in Sydney’s CBD. Stylish, sleek and sophisticated, Zeta is internationally acclaimed as one of the most cutting edge cocktail bars in the southern hemisphere. Zeta has won multiple awards year on year for its bartenders, playful drinks, cocktail classics and seasonal, trend setting concepts.

Address

Hilton Sydney, Level 4, 488 George Street, Sydney

Phone

9265 6070