It's time to close the chapter on Sydney's restricted night-time economy.
Appearing alongside the stays that captured the most engagement on TikTok and Instagram, the Gilay Estate nailed the brief for young travellers.
Two top Sydney sommeliers pour drops from their personal cellars at this cosy Darlinghurst wine bar.
Opened as one of the world's largest working fish markets, this landmark seafood destination marries waterfront dining and casual bites with a bustling auction hall.
Revamped following an NZD $30-million uplift, this sky-high luxury stay offers elegant hospitality within touching distance of the ski fields.
Mark your calendars, the all-ages Mardi Gras headliner event is back for 2026.
Trending
Today
News
Restaurants
Bars
Events
Search the directory
-
NewsSo Long Lockouts: NSW Government Announces The Last Remnants of Stifling Late-Night Laws Have Been 'Axed for Good'
It's time to close the chapter on Sydney's restricted night-time economy.
-
NewsComing Soon: The Rocks Will Score a Bustling New Italian Diner, That Champions Old-School Hospitality and Boasts a Great Grappa List
The beloved Italian diner is set to bring its old-school hospitality, warm service and timeless food to a vibrant new spot in the CBD.
-
NewsNow Open: Sydney Fish Market Has Officially Launched, Bringing a New Kind of World-Class Seafood Dining Destination to the Harbour
Opened as one of the world's largest working fish markets, this landmark seafood destination marries waterfront dining and casual bites with a bustling auction hall.
-
NewsPaddo Inn Is Expanding Its Experiential Event Series Into the New Monthly Paddo Nights Inn
Tarot, astrology, crime stories and more will now be a regular feature at Paddo Inn, following sold-out demands for the once infrequent events.
-
NewsA Chef's Guide to the Essential Ingredients That Define Mexican Cuisine
"Mexican food isn't about overpowering flavours, but about how they work together."
-
NewsClaim Your Steak: Armorica's Bottomless Steak Frites Is Now Available on Weekdays — But Only for a Limited Time
Usually a Monday-only affair, the Surry Hills brasserie is now serving unlimited steak, crispy frites and flowing French sauces five days a week.
Latest Openings
-
RestaurantWildergreen Moama
6 Shaw Street, Moama
The garden-filled, nature-led precinct has been designed to invite exploration and celebrate life's simple pleasures.
-
RestaurantDragon Hot Pot Darling Square
1 Little Pier Street, Haymarket
Grab a bowl and a pair of tongs and head to the ingredient wall for a fully customisable experience.
-
PubCoogee Bay Hotel
253 Coogee Bay Road, Coogee
A beachside pub that's been a part of the community for 150 years.
-
RestaurantThe Tropic
2 Scenic Highway, Terrigal
Terrigal Pavilion's sun-washed Mediterranean-inspired dining room is home to some of the best views on the Central Coast.
-
RestaurantManly Fish & Chips
East Esplanade, Manly
This nostalgic shack by the Felons crew dishes up fish and chips, prawn rolls and RTDs on Manly Wharf.
-
RestaurantOsteria Luna
68 King Street, Sydney
A moody underground osteria serving Italian classics with a touch of red-sauce swagger.
-
BarClaret Club
77 Stanley Street, Darlinghurst
Two top Sydney sommeliers pour drops from their personal cellars at this cosy Darlinghurst wine bar.
-
BarClub Rose Bay
1 Vickery Avenue, Rose Bay
The historic venue has received the Merivale treatment, and now boasts a Totti's-style eatery, a '50s jet-age record bar and a sprawling, dog-friendly courtyard.
-
-
BarAcapulco El Vista
61 Macquarie Street, Sydney
The Maybe Group and Giovanni Pilu's 1960s Acapulco-inspired lounge brings easygoing cocktails and coastal Latin fare to a prime harbourside location.
-
BarThe Mulwray
1 Oxford Street, Paddington
This intimate 50-seater channels the moody elegance of its film noir namesake with pitch-perfect classics and snacks by Mitch Orr.
-
BarPavilion Social
Queen Elizabeth Drive, Bondi Beach
For sunny afternoons that turn into long, warm nights, Pavilion Social offers leisurely lunches, sunset drinks, relaxed dinners, live music and more.
-
NewsLime Cordiale Have Announced a Climate Action Music Festival Coming to Adelaide With The Dreggs, aleksiah and More
"Come and hear some incredible Aussie music, but also come to see what a different future looks like."
-
NewsYou Could Be in the Running For $1k by Helping Flickerfest Judge Five Short Films
Support the Australian film industry and be in with a chance of winning $1k thanks to Specsavers' Flickerfest short film competition.
-
NewsThe Best Boutique Cinemas Where You Can Watch an Indie Film in Sydney
Cinema is meant to be watched in cinemas, so do your part and go catch a screening at these boutique theatres scattered across Sydney.
-
NewsFair Day 2026 Will Bring Janice Robinson, Blusher, Courtney Act and More to Victoria Park
Mark your calendars, the all-ages Mardi Gras headliner event is back for 2026.
-
NewsPalace Cinemas Announces Paddington's Beloved Chauvel Cinema Is Closing for Much-Needed Renovations
One of Sydney's oldest cinemas is getting some much needed work done, with Palace Cinemas 20 year lease coming to an end this January.
-
NewsThis Just In: SXSW Sydney Has Reached Its Closing Chapter, Ending a Three-Year Run Filled with Creative Events and Experiences
Marked as the iconic Austin festival's first international foray, SXSW Sydney has come to an end after launching in 2023.
Featured Events
-
EventBanana Swim Pass by Australian Bananas
Wed, 21 Jan, 2026
Various venues across Australia
Power through a few laps or splash about in the sun, as this free one-day event invites banana-lovers to get active at their local pool.
-
EventDavid Byrne: 'Who Is the Sky?' World Tour
Wed, 21 Jan, 2026
Sydney Theatre, ICC Sydney, Sydney
If you've seen concert films 'Stop Making Sense' and 'American Utopia', then you'll want to catch the iconic Talking Heads frontman live.
-
EventWaterworld Central Sydney 2026
Fri, 9 Jan - Sun, 1 Feb 2026
Entertainment Quarter, Moore Park
Get ready to cool off and make memories as you slip, slide, and splash your way through the holidays.
-
EventMov'In Bed Barangaroo Beach Cinema
Fri, 28 Nov 2025 - Thu, 30 Apr 2026
Barangaroo, Barangaroo
Catch up on classics and 2025's biggest movies on mattresses on the sand at Barangaroo.
-
EventMalibu Barbie Cafe
Fri, 27 Jun 2025 - Sat, 28 Feb 2026
The Social Quarter, Malvern East
Tuck into an ice cream float served in a Barbie convertible at this two-storey hangout — or grab a cocktail from the Ken-themed bar.
-
EventSydney Symphony Orchestra Presents 2026
Sat, 7 Feb 2026 and Thu, 12 Mar 2026
Various Sydney venues, Sydney
Catch pop culture soundtracks like you've never heard them before, as this renowned orchestra returns with a brand-new season of imaginative and unexpected performances.
-
EventBombie's 'Nothing Set' Dinner Club
Thu, 22 Jan, 2026
Harbord Beach Hotel, Freshwater
Sit back, enjoy the salty sea breeze and leave it up to the chefs at Bombie's to pair your dinner with Doom Juice's wild wines.
-
EventOperation Sickie at The Bob Hawke Beer & Leisure Centre
Multiple single dates
The Bob Hawke Beer & Leisure Centre, Marrickville
It's every Australians right to chuck a sickie, so let this Marrickville boozer reward you with big discounts on six occasions this summer.
-
EventCarriageworks Farmers Market
Sat, 24 Jan, 2026
Carriageworks, Eveleigh
This weekly event is a Sydney institution showcasing the freshest seasonal produce from growers and producers from across NSW.
-
EventMarkets at Glebe
Sat, 24 Jan, 2026
Glebe Public School, Glebe
Glebe's weekly go-to for pre-loved fashion, vinyl records and freshly made limeade.
-
EventKings Cross Weekend Markets
Multiple single dates
Kings Cross Organic Food Market, Potts Point
A weekend morning cornucopia of organic veggies, fruit, cheese and international dishes, plus fashion, homewares, books and more.
-
EventAll-You-Can-Eat Wings
Sat, 24 Jan, 2026
Daniel San, Manly
The buckets will keep coming until you can't stomach them, all for $19 per person.
-
-
-
EventFlickerfest's Bondi Event 2026
Fri, 23 Jan - Sun, 1 Feb 2026
Bondi Pavilion, Bondi Beach
Catch over 200 short films at Flickerfest 2026 this summer.
-
NewsBiennale of Sydney 2026 Explores Hidden Histories With 53 Artists and a Stellar Performance Lineup – Here's What We Know (So Far)
Expect a weekly after-dark arts festival at a former industrial site, creative workshops and walking tours in Redfern and installations at four major cultural venues.
-
NewsThis Just In: IKEA Is Dropping A Whimsical Collection in Collaboration With Swedish Designer Teklan
Add to wishlist: IKEA Bluetooth speakers reimagined as colourful lamps and statement home decor.
-
NewsKitchens Are Serving Looks Now: How Chefcore Is Shaping Fashion's Food Fetish
Hospo is looking more stylish than ever — from chefs getting involved in fashion campaigns to an Aussie designer label dedicated to service uniforms.
-
NewsFour Weekend-Ready Beard Styles You Can Nail at Home, According to One of Australia's Best Barbers
From effortless stubble to a retro mo, these are the facial hair looks trending right now — and one tool can help you master them all.
-
NewsThis Just In: Frank Green and LANEIGE Have Teamed Up For The Ultimate Hydration Collab
Frank Green and LANEIGE introduce a limited-edition ceramic bottle and coordinating lip serum designed to elevate daily hydration into a luxury beauty ritual.
-
NewsCP Picks: We Tried the New Fujifilm X-T30 III to See If It Could Replace Our Digi Cams and Film Cameras
We swapped our phones for Fujifilm's new X-T30 III — the sleek, compact camera that captures the chaos and colour of 90s film and 00s digi cams, with all the ease of 2025 tech.
Latest Guides
-
GuideThe 25 Best Pubs in Sydney
From century-old locals to new and reimagined favourites, these are the venues that define Sydney's pub culture.
-
NewsCP Picks: Aussie Summer Essentials — The Things We're Packing, Wearing and Using All Season Long
Built for heat, salt, sand and long afternoons outdoors, this is a considered edit of the products that hold up best through an Australian summer.
-
NewsCP Picks: The Editor's Gift Guide —What the CP Team Is Giving (and Hoping to Receive)
Consider this your shortcut to better gifting: the CP team’s personal picks across every pillar — practical, design-led, and all thoroughly vetted.
-
Guide
The Best New Restaurants and Bars in Sydney You Need to Visit
Discover your next dining obsession with our cheat sheet to the best new venues in town.
-
NewsAirbnb Has Just Revealed Its Most-Loved List for 2025, with One Rural NSW Stay Proving a Massive Hit on Social Feeds
Appearing alongside the stays that captured the most engagement on TikTok and Instagram, the Gilay Estate nailed the brief for young travellers.
-
NewsFrom Aperol Spritzes to Surviving the Heat: How to Do the Australian Open Like a Pro
Here are a few tips on making the most of Melbourne's favourite time of year — the Australian Open.
-
NewsPerched Above Queenstown, Coronet Ridge Resort Promises Immense Alpine Luxury Complete with Indulgent Spa Treatments
Revamped following an NZD $30-million uplift, this sky-high luxury stay offers elegant hospitality within touching distance of the ski fields.
-
NewsScoot's Summer Sale Is Here, Offering Flights From Sydney, Melbourne and Perth to Asia From $135
Keep your travel budget under control in 2026 with these discounted airfares to stunning destinations across Asia.
-
NewsReverse the Everyday UNO Experience, as the Iconic Card Game Transforms Pubs Across the Country Into Themed Social Clubs
Combine nostalgia and nightlife, as this card game experience transforms much-loved pubs into UNO-themed escapes.
-
NewsWhat Early Birds Can Do in Bondi Before, During and After Sunrise
With its wellness-focused lifestyle and plethora of eateries, Bondi thrives in the mornings.
Trending Bars and Restaurants
-
Bar
Club Rose Bay
1 Vickery Avenue, Rose Bay
The historic venue has received the Merivale treatment, and now boasts a Totti's-style eatery, a '50s jet-age record bar and a sprawling, dog-friendly courtyard.
-
Restaurant
Dragon Hot Pot Darling Square
1 Little Pier Street, Haymarket
Grab a bowl and a pair of tongs and head to the ingredient wall for a fully customisable experience.
-
-
Restaurant
Wildergreen Moama
6 Shaw Street, Moama
The garden-filled, nature-led precinct has been designed to invite exploration and celebrate life's simple pleasures.
-
Restaurant
Osteria Luna
68 King Street, Sydney
A moody underground osteria serving Italian classics with a touch of red-sauce swagger.
Web Stories
The latest in Sydney
