Discover Sydney's Most Interesting Bars

Discover Sydney's spectacular bar scene with harbor-front cocktail bars offering Opera House views, rooftop venues in the CBD, and trendy speakeasies in Surry Hills. Experience craft beer bars in Newtown, sophisticated wine bars in the Rocks, and beachfront cocktail lounges in Bondi. From the iconic bars of Circular Quay to the innovative venues of Darlinghurst, Sydney offers everything from classic Australian pubs to experimental molecular mixology in Australia's most beautiful harbor city.

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Herbs Taverne

Basement, 213 Clarence Street Sydney CBD, NSW 2000, Australia

Descend into Sydney’s basement bitter theatre: Herbs Taverne is a psychedelic Negroni bar serving 12 bold riffs (plus aperitifs & digestifs), popcorn included, in a ruby-red, disco-lit Euro‑nostalgia lounge.

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cosy

mixology

Cantina OK!

Council Place, off Clarence Street, Sydney CBD, NSW 2000, Australia

A hidden micro-mezcal jewel in Sydney’s CBD: Cantina OK! offers world-class agave spirits in a converted garage with hand‑shaved ice, pulsating Afrobeats, and an intimate 20‑person vibe—big flavour, tiny space!

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Cocktails

Themed

Experience

Double Deuce Lounge

6 Bridge Street Sydney NSW 2000 Australia

Step into the '70s at Double Deuce Lounge—a retro-chic cocktail bar in Sydney's CBD, offering inventive drinks, funky tunes, and a groovy atmosphere.

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Whiskey

Speakeasy

The Baxter Inn

Basement, 152–156 Clarence Street, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia

Hidden in a CBD alley, The Baxter Inn is a moody, whisky-lover’s haven with over 800 bottles, candlelit charm, and speakeasy vibes.

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Themed

Cocktails

Maybe Sammy

50 Holt Street, Surry Hills, Sydney, NSW 2010, Australia

Maybe Sammy brings 1950s Hollywood glamour to Sydney with award-winning cocktails, show-stopping service, and a luxe, retro-chic vibe. Sip on creative twists of classic drinks in a stylish setting that’s made it one of the world’s best bars!

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