• News

    First Look: Darling Harbour Stalwart Bungalow 8 Has Unveiled a Stunning Top-to-Bottom $3-Million Renovation

    And it's not just the decor that has had a glow-up — there's a new bar and dining offering too.

  • News

    Sydney's Nightlife Is Getting a Boost Thanks to New Vibrancy Reforms That Will Deter Residents From Making Noise Complaints

    The creation of Special Entertainment Precincts across Sydney is the centrepiece of the NSW government's plans to reinvigorate Sydney's nightlife.

  • Guide

    The Best Multi-Venue Hospitality Hubs in Sydney

    Multi-venue one-stop shops for all your drinking and dining needs are popping up all over Sydney — and we’ve found the ones you need on your radar.

  • News

    The Taste Trend: A Retro Revival Is Restoring Kings Cross as Sydney's Go-To for All Things Nightlife

    With lockouts and lockdowns in the rearview mirror, The Cross is ready for a comeback thanks to the efforts of some pioneering new venues.

  • News

    Coming Soon: A New Restaurant and Nightclub Is Taking Over the Former Hugos Lounge Site in Kings Cross

    Double Bay’s Pelicano, which closed in 2019, is making a comeback but this time located on Bayswater Road.

  • News

    A Damning Investigation by the ABC Alleges a Culture of Sexual Abuse and Drug Use at Merivale Venues

    Sydney’s hospitality industry is rocked by a second bombshell exposé less than two weeks after similar reports broke about Swillhouse Group.

Latest Guides
  • News

    The Glittering Mile 2.0: Old Kings Cross Is Getting a Reboot at Maurice Terzini's Cabaret Club Collab with House of Mince

    The Bayswater Road dinner-and-a-show concept will feature the Bondi Icebergs restaurateur's slick brand of hospitality alongside the queer party collective's trademark hedonism.

  • News

    Coming Soon: This Historic CBD Pub Will Be Reborn as the Five-Level Hospitality Hotspot The Bristol

    A once-beloved boozer on Sussex Street shut its doors in 2019. Now, it’s ready to make a comeback with a new Mediterranean diner, a luxe cocktail lounge, a sports bar, a nightclub and more.

  • News

    OUR HOUSE Is Back for 2024 with Two Huge Months of Luxe Dining, Art Installations and Live Music

    This year's massive program stars Sydney and Melbourne talent, from top musicians and artists, to hospitality giants and more.

  • News

    The Magpie Is the Tiny New Retro Sports Bar Playing Matches Live and Loud on Enmore Road

    This nostalgia-tinged mini-pub has arrived in the Inner West from the team behind Earl's Juke Joint — with a new live music venue next door.

  • News

    From The Ace Hotel to Tio's, the Hollywood Quarter Is Hosting a Huge Gig Trail for One Night Only

    A haul of Surry Hills venues are inviting guests to come in for free live music and some rocking food and drink deals - for one night of revelry.

  • Feature

    Dining After Dark: A Local Foodie Takes Us on Tour of Hong Kong's Best Late-Night Eats

    Undertake a night-time epicurean escapade with recommendations from a Hong Kong local food writer.

Latest Places
  • Restaurant

    Margaret

    30-36 Bay Street, Double Bay

    Culinary icon Neil Perry shares the most intimate and personal menu of his career at this award-winning restaurant in Double Bay.

  • Restaurant

    Island Radio

    Baptist Street, Redfern

    A dazzling fitout, an affordable bar menu and a killer location make this Southeast Asian hawker-inspired diner a colourful newcomer to Surry Hills' dining scene.

  • Bar

    Li'l Darlin Crows Nest

    23 Willoughby Road, Crows Nest

    Surry Hills' playful restaurant and bar now has a sibling, pairing cocktails and sharing menus in the lower North Shore.

  • Restaurant

    Neptune's Grotto

    Bridge Street, Sydney

    Indulge in the hand-crafted pasta dishes and a to-shelf wine list at this newly opened venue from the team behind Clam Bar.

  • Bar

    The Light Brigade

    2A Oxford St, Woollahra

    Woodfired pizzas and cocktails, plus a rooftop that's 83 metres above sea level.

  • Restaurant

    The International

    25 Martin Place, Sydney

    A trio of stylish venues from one of Sydney's top restaurant groups have brought a new level of refinement to 25 Martin Place's hospitality precinct.

  • Restaurant

    Delta Rue

    101 Phillip Street, Sydney

    This elegant Vietnamese fine diner at the Sofitel Sydney Wentworth combines old-world charm with some playful flourishes.

  • Restaurant

    Fabbrica Bread Shop Coogee

    214 Coogee Bay Road, Coogee

    You can now enjoy this fan-favourite bread shop at its new beachside location, complete with new delights and Roman-inspired treats.

  • Restaurant

    Fat Pomelo

    16 Ocean Street, Narrabeen

    The northern beaches just scored a new go-to destination for hearty pan-Asian cuisine in a dining room with a citrus-inspired design.

  • Restaurant

    Madam Ji

    13 Burton Street, Darlinghurst

    Classic dishes and boundary-pushing fusions are on the menu at a restaurant inspired by the "resilience and freedom" of women in Indian culture.

  • News

    Newtown's Highly Anticipated New Underground Live Music and Cocktail Bar Is Finally Opening in February

    The Odd Culture Group is opening Pleasure Club just off King Street — with a 4am license and cocktails from Re's Matt Whiley.

  • Feature

    Where to Dance and Drink the Night Away in Hong Kong Like the Locals Do

    Unleash your inner night owl with recommendations from a Hong Kong local with a serious nightlife pedigree.

  • News

    Ten Sydney Date Ideas That Aren't Just 'Grabbing a Drink'

    If you're seeking romance that's never stale, here's a bunch of Sydney date ideas that go above and beyond a trip to the bar.

  • News

    Odd Culture Group Is Throwing a Free Summer Street Party to Raise Cash for The Old Fitz Theatre

    A Streetparty Named Fitz will bring theatre, music, a next-level barbecue, cocktails and gelato to Woolloomooloo in February.

  • News

    Kent Street Is Now Home to a Vietnamese-Inspired 'Microbar' Disguised as a Banh Mi Street Cart

    The sexy 32-seater is serving up one-of-a-kind cocktails under lantern light, hidden among the laneways of Ken Street.

  • News

    All of the Best New Year's Eve 2023–24 Events Happening in Sydney From Budget to Blowout

    Whether you're after a cruisy free-entry party or a lavish harbourside soirée, Sydney's got your last-minute New Year's Eve plans sorted.

Latest Events
  • Event

    The Thunder Sydney Smash

    Sat, 21 Dec, 2024

    ENGIE Stadium, Sydney Olympic Park

    Soak up an early Christmas treat as Sydney’s fiercest rivals go head-to-head in the Thunder Derby.

  • Event

    The Boxing Day Bash

    Thu, 26 Dec, 2024

    Sydney Cricket Ground, Moore Park

    Watch all the action as the Sixers and Stars show just how deep the Sydney-Melbourne rivalry runs.

  • Event

    The Sixers Sydney Smash

    Fri, 17 Jan, 2025

    Sydney Cricket Ground, Moore Park

    Catch a rematch of the Sydney derby to see if it’s revenge or winner-take-all.

  • Event

    First Films

    Thu, 5 Dec - Sun, 8 Dec 2024

    Golden Age Cinema & Bar, Surry Hills

    Every filmmaker starts somewhere — and if they've impressed Golden Age, they're on the lineup at this returning showcase of impressive debut features.

  • Event

    The Griffin Theatre Company 2025 Season

    Fri, 14 Feb 2025 - Sun, 15 Nov 2026

    All around Sydney, Sydney

    We’ve officially called it, 2025 is the year of going to the theatre, non-drama kids included.

  • Event

    Westpac OpenAir 2025

    Thu, 9 Jan - Tue, 18 Feb 2025

    Mrs Macquarie's Point, Sydney

    Sydney's most beautiful outdoor cinema is returning for 2025 with a standout program and food from three top Sydney chefs.

  • Event

    Jolly Market

    Fri, 13 Dec - Sun, 22 Dec 2024

    Belmore Park, Central, Sydney

    Francophiles rejoice: this annual celebration of French cuisine and yuletide cheer returns with a yummy eats, artisan goods and a festive atmosphere.

  • Event

    Sydney Fish Market 36-Hour Seafood Marathon

    Mon, 23 Dec - Tue, 24 Dec 2024

    Sydney Fish Market, Sydney

    Succulent seafood, live entertainment, cooking demos and festive masterclasses, and a festive atmosphere make this annual market one of the season's most popular events.

  • Event

    Carriageworks Christmas Markets

    Sat, 21 Dec, 2024

    Carriageworks, Eveleigh

    Pick up last-minute presents plus all the fresh produce you need for your Christmas Day feast at this yuletide edition of the popular weekly farmers' market.

  • Event

    South Eveleigh Summer Club

    Sat, 7 Dec and Sat, 14 Dec 2024 

    Innovation Plaza, Eveleigh

    Sydney may have plenty of breachfront, but this inner-city oasis is bringing all the seaside fun, minus the hassle of salt and sand.

  • News

    Ten Stellar Drink and Dining Spots to Check Out in Parramatta

    Add these flashy cocktail bars, all-day diners and cosy family-run joints to your must-visit list.

  • News

    The NSW Government Wants to Facilitate More Outdoor Dining and Live Music Through New Reforms

    The Vibrancy Reforms promise to cut down on red tape around al fresco dining, live music, diversifying venue offerings and noise complaints.

  • News

    The S*A*S*H Team Has Opened a New Nightclub on Oxford Street Dedicated to Big Dance Tunes

    Carousel Bar and Ballroom will operate as a small bar two days a week before transforming into a heaving nightclub on weekends.

  • Guide

    SXSW Guide: Where to Go for Live Tunes and Late-Night Grooves Around the Festival Precinct

    Limber up for electrifying nights of genre-crossing tunes from homegrown stars and international acts.

  • News

    The Little Guy Has Opened a Tiny 15-Person Karaoke Room Out the Back of Its Glebe Bar

    Swap your usual karaoke bar's vodka sunrises for craft beers, Doom Juice wines and martinis at this new Glebe Point Road haven for group sing-alongs.

  • News

    World Bar and Its Famed Teapots Are Returning for a One-Night-Only Pop-Up at Kings Cross Hotel

    The team behind the beloved nightclub will return to Kings Cross with teapots and four levels of DJs, each paying homage to a different iteration of the bar.

  • News

    Beloved Sydney Haunt The Lansdowne Hotel Is Up for Sale Right Now If You've Got a Spare $25 Million

    The Chippendale stalwart is being shopped around with a multimillion-dollar price tag — and it won't necessarily remain a pokie-free live music venue under new owners.

  • News

    Erskineville's The Imperial Has Been Sold to the Team Behind Universal and Newtown Hotel

    Universal Hotels has taken the reins at the iconic Inner West pub that famously featured in 'The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert'.

  • Guide

    Sydney Bars and Pubs That Are Perfect Third-Date Territory

    Step it up a notch with live music, experimental cocktails and late-night eats.

  • News

    The CBD's New Neon-Lit Late-Night Restaurant and Bar Zaffi Keeps the Party Rolling Until 4am

    Sydney's late-night revival continues with this two-storey spot split between a ground-level Lebanese dining room and a party-ready basement bar.

  • News

    Odd Culture Group's Late-Night Basement Bar and Gig Space Pleasure Club Is Set to Open This Winter

    The 120-person bar will hold Newtown's first 4am license in 100 years and host live music seven days a week.

  • News

    Classic Camperdown Pub The Lady Hampshire Has Reopened as a Dedicated Live Music Venue

    And this Parramatta Road favourite is throwing a month-long party to celebrate.

  • Guide

    The Best Bars and Restaurants in Sydney Celebrating WorldPride

    Wondering where to head around Sydney during WorldPride? Here's our guide to the venues radiating queer joy with dance floors, drag and bottomless brunches.

  • News

    Sydney's YCK Precinct Has Been Named Australia's First Purple Flag District for Its Vibrant and Safe Nightlife

    The Harbour City locale joins areas in England, Sweden and New Zealand in being recognised as a top-tier nightlife hotspot.

  • News

    You Can Win a Double Pass to the Immersive Experiential Pop-Up Tokyo House by Suntory BOSS Coffee

    Suntory BOSS Coffee is hosting the creative concept space for a strictly limited time — and you and a friend could be going for free.

  • News

    Legendary Queer Sydney Nightclub ARQ Is Finally Reopening Following a (Nearly) Three-Year Hiatus

    The longstanding queer club is back following a multimillion-dollar facelift.

  • News

    Where to Watch the Socceroos' Round of 16 World Cup Match Against Argentina in Sydney

    Here are the viewing sites, pubs, clubs and cinemas you can head to on Sunday morning if you want to watch Australia take on Argentina shoulder-to-shoulder with the fans.

  • News

    The Abercrombie Is Reopening in December with a New Set of Dance Floors and a 24-Hour License

    To kick off the revival of this storied venue, Solotel is throwing a 36-hour party from 5pm Friday until 5am Christmas Day.

  • Feature

    Archie Rose Distiller Lisa Truscott on Her Favourite Spots to Dine, Sip and Discover in Sydney

    Consider this an insider's guide to Sydney — whether you want to sip with a view of the ocean, the intel on a stand-out cheap and cheerful dinner spot or a where to head on a sunny day.

  • News

    Golden Age Cinema & Bar Is Opening a Neighbourhood Bar and Cultural Space in Central Station

    The multi-faceted venue will open in mid-December as part of a new cultural, retail and dining precinct taking over Eddy Avenue.

  • News

    Kissuu Is Oxford Street's New Multi-Storey Venue Offering Japanese Eats and Disco Dance Parties

    Two of Sydney's favourite things — Japanese food and heaving dance floors — come together at this multi-level venue.

  • News

    Hawke's Has Unveiled Shane Prawn, a 120-Kilogram Golden Prawn Towering Over Its Marrickville Brewery

    Shane Prawn now sits proudly above the Bob Hawke Beer and Leisure Centre.

  • News

    The Odd Culture Group Has Been Granted a 4am License and Will Open a New Underground Live Music Bar on King Street

    This is the first 4am licence that has been granted by the City of Sydney in over 100 years.

  • News

    An Ode to the Old: Ten Long-Standing and Historical Sydney Pubs to Add to Your Must-Drink List

    Grab a pint and soak up the history at one of these historic Sydney stalwarts.

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