The Most Popular Bars in Sydney for 2024 So Far
Beloved drinking holes, new brewery bars and a whole lot of rooftops — they’ve all grabbed your attention this year.
Feeling thirsty? Whether you fancy a cocktail, a cold one or a glass of vino, there's always somewhere to head in Sydney. This city loves its breweries, especially now that it just keeps getting new ones. The same goes for sky-high sips. And if a bar has some top-notch wine, this city adores that as well.
How do we know this? They're the type of watering holes you've been searching for in 2024 so far — and these are the results. Our most-viewed bars and pubs of the year provide a nifty overview of your recent go-tos, as well as a roadmap of places to visit if you haven't yet.
All that's left is to head back to your pick of the bunch and say cheers to Sydney's most popular drinking spots — as chosen by your busily clicking fingers throughout the past six months.
Image: Harper Rooftop Bar, Dexter Kim.
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BarThe Caterpillar Club
92 Pitt Street, Sydney
Swillhouse brings another moody underground haunt to Sydney with this walk-in only record and cocktail bar — with a must-try cheeseburger.
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BarThe Glenmore Hotel
96 Cumberland Street, The Rocks
This pub in The Rocks has a rooftop with one of the best views over the harbour.
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BarLazy Thinking
380 New Canterbury Road, Dulwich Hill
A haven for independent Sydney tunes, a bustling neighbourhood bar and a boozy weekend diner collide at this Dulwich Hill spot.
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BarHarper Rooftop Bar
339 Pitt Street, Sydney
A colourful dog-friendly rooftop bar with impressive bar snacks to be found on top of the Kimpton Margot.
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PubThe Strand Hotel
99 William Street, Darlinghurst
This century-old Darlinghurst pub has been transformed into a luxurious French bistro.
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BarKahii Kissaten
364 Kent Street, Sydney
Start your day with matcha and croissants and end it with wine and oysters — all at this inner-city spot.
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BarCricketers Arms Hotel
106 Fitzroy Street, Surry Hills
Known more intimately as the Crix, this is the kind of local that will make you want to move into the area.
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BarThe Butler
123 Victoria St, Potts Point
This expansive Potts Point terrace restaurant and bar boasts panoramic views of Sydney's skyline.
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BarBarangaroo House
35 Barangaroo Avenue, Barangaroo
The jewel in Barangaroo's ever-growing crown, Barangaroo House is made up of three levels — we reviewed them all.
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BarThe Lodge Bar
415 Darling Street, Balmain
Check in at one of Balmain's longest-standing cocktail and wine bars.
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BarPaski Vineria Popolare
239 Oxford Street, Darlinghurst
This two-storey wine bar in the former digs of This Must Be The Place hosts weekly wine tastings and boasts food from a former Ragazzi and 10 William Street chef.
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BarToko Restaurant
275 George Street, Sydney
A go-to for great Japanese food in Sydney is now in a sleek new subterranean home on George Street with much to love.
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BarThe Royal Hotel
Five Ways, 237 Glenmore Road, Paddington
Rise to the top of this Five Ways pub for incredible views over the city.
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BarSnack Kitchen
95 Macleay Street, Elizabeth Bay
Maurice Terzini teams up with his son Sylvester for a crowd-pleasing wine, aperitif and snack bar in Potts Point.
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BarThe Old Fitzroy Hotel
129 Dowling Street, Woolloomooloo
A classic old English feel, a toasty fireplace and charming regulars meet fancy French feeds and natty wines at this Woolloomooloo pub.
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BarCharlie Parker's
Basement, 380 Oxford Street, Paddington
The basement bar at Fred's with exposed sandstone, seasonal cocktails and killer bar snacks.
