Best of Sydney 2015: Best New Pub
Renovating a pub is one thing, but creating a new local is an art.
Sydney's new (or renewed) pubs have a big hurdle to face — history. Renovating a pub is one thing, but creating a new local is an art. At Concrete Playground we encourage exploration and showcase innovation in our city every day (especially in our newest watering holes), so we are very pleased to announce our picks for Best New Pub in Concrete Playground's Best of Sydney 2015 Awards. These six outstanding pubs, opened in 2015, have been handpicked by CP for a combination of their originality, innovation, respect for the original building, and high quality menus and service — but this year, we couldn't go past the Hotel Palisade. Arguably the year's biggest pub reno, the impressive building in The Rocks has been brought back to life after years of dormancy, and it boasts one hell of a view. Nice work, guys — we love what you do.
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BarHotel Palisade
35 Bettington Street, Millers Point
This bar gained a new lease on life in 2015. Keep things casual downstairs, or head upstairs to enjoy the killer view.
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BarThe Village Inn
9-11 Glenmore Road, Paddington
Come for the relaxed, Sunday afternoon sessions featuring local musical talent — and local pups.
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BarThe Paddington
380 Oxford Street, Paddington
The Oxford Street pub has all the Merivale calling cards: great food, consistent service and constant flow of thirsty patrons.
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BarThe Lord Gladstone
115 Regent Street, Chippendale
The Lord Gladstone has amped up the entertainment with more live gigs, parties and art exhibitions.
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PubPublic House Petersham
292 Stanmore Road, Petersham
Come for the for the beer garden, stay for the pub grub, natty wine, DJ sets and trivia.
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BarWest Village
30 Terminus Street, Petersham
The ol' Cock has a brand new identity and cocktails on tap.
