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NewsDarlo Country Club Is The New Bar from The Lobo Plantation and The Island
The old Victoria Room is now a permanent, old Hollywood-style bar.
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NewsNewtown's First Vegan Fish and Chip Shop Is Open
Not one sea creature was harmed in the making of Bliss and Chips.
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NewsManly Pavilion Could Be Sydney's Next Big Waterfront Revamp
Looks like the Pav has a new owner.
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NewsThe Tilbury Hotel Has Unveiled Its First Revamp in 12 Years
From the design team behind ACME and Barrio Cellar.
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NewsMelbourne Favourite Belle's Hot Chicken Is Coming Back to Sydney
The fryers of "really fucking hot" chicken are setting up a long-term pop-up.
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GuideSip, Snack and Savour: These Sydney Bars Are Pairing Haku Vodka Martinis with Rice-Inspired Bites
This winter, discover elegant Haku Vodka martinis paired with inventive snacks that celebrate Japanese rice craftsmanship.
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GuideSydney Bars and Restaurants That Are Undeniably, Unabashedly Romantic
Low lighting, jazz playlists, opulent cocktails — these date spots will help you to start planning the perfect Valentine's Day.
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GuideThe Most Popular Bars in Sydney for 2024
Beloved drinking holes, new brewery bars and a whole lot of rooftops — they’ve all grabbed your attention this year.
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GuideThe 50 Best Bars in Sydney Right Now — Ranked
Whether you're on the hunt for an extensive mezcal collection, an intimate date-night spot or the best bar snacks around, these are our picks for the best bars in Sydney.
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Guide
The Best Rooftop Bars in Sydney Right Now
The only way is up at these sky-bound bars, where crisp drinks and yummy snacks come with a generous pour of fun in the sun.
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GuideThe 20 Best Pubs in Sydney
Looking for a new local? This selection of classic boozers and more contemporary gastropubs will suit all beer and parma enthusiasts.
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GuideFive Inner West Pubs to Hit For Good Vibes and Great Feeds On a Night Out
There's a feed for every group and occasion to be found at these Inner West gems.
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GuideHola Amigos: Five Latin American and Spanish Restaurants for Cocktails and Comida with Your Mates
Move aside espresso martinis, there's a new coffee cocktail in town — and these venues are shouting the first 43 orders.
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GuideThe Most Popular Cafes in Sydney for 2024 So Far
Revamped inner-city favourites, new spots from local stalwarts and bakeries that had you lining up around the corner — these all made the list of your most clicked-on cafes for 2024.
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GuideThe Best (and Cosiest) Bars and Pubs with Fireplaces in Sydney
Warm up over fireside beers, whisky cocktails and gravy-covered roasts.
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NewsJ&M Whisky Bar Opens Inside Sydney's History-Laden Angel Hotel
Merivale's newest little spirit den comes with personal drinks trolley service.
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NewsTrawl the Hawkesbury River on Work-Shop's Very First Food Safari
Pick veggies, trawl the river and dine on freshly cooked prawns.
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NewsName Young Henrys' New Year Beer and Win Tickets to NYE Above the Harbour
See your name in lights this New Year.
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NewsGelato Messina Is Creating a New Dessert Range Inspired by Air Wick for Some Reason
A new multi-sensory project from two unlikely collaborators.
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PubCoogee Bay Hotel
253 Coogee Bay Road, Coogee
A beachside pub that's been a part of the community for 150 years.
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BarLi'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.
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RestaurantEla Ela
81 Sussex St, Sydney
Chef Peter Consistis' latest venture reimagines Greek cuisine with a modern twist at the former pub turned five-venue hospitality hub, The Bristol.
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RestaurantRowlee Wines
19 Lake Canobolas Road, Nashdale
Experience the ultimate wine-lovers' escape at this winery outside Orange.
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RestaurantPrinthie Wines
208 Nancarrow Lane, Nashdale
Experience wine with altitude paired with oysters farmed on site.
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RestaurantRoast Republic
174 Clarence Street, Sydney
Succulent barbecue ribs and spicy buffalo wings are singing out for your dining pleasure at this Clarence Street locale.
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RestaurantBalcon by Tapavino
17 Bligh Street, Sydney
Imbibe in Spanish wine and tapas in the heart of the Harbour City.
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RestaurantParipé
26 Kensington Street, Chippendale
Experience a slice of Spain in Chippendale's bustling international culinary hub.
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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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NewsThe Hill Eatery Is Opening a Florida Keys-Inspired Bar in Bondi
Think flamingos, coconut palms, key limes, hold the tropical cyclones.
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NewsArchie Rose Distillery Is Letting You Customise Your Own Bottle of Spirits
These customised bottles of gin and vodka literally have your name on them.
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NewsPetersham's White Cockatoo Reopens as the West Village
Petersham's beloved 130-year-old local has been revamped.
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NewsDeep-Blue Ink Gin Might Be the Best Looking Spirit Yet
This Australian spirit changes colour as you mix it.
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NewsThe Vic Is Throwing an Anti-Melbourne Cup Party Where You Can Bet on Shitting Shetland Ponies
Throw fascinators to the wind.
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NewsDella Hyde Is Oxford Street's New Old World Hotel Lobby-Inspired Bar
Think Grand Budapest Hotel meets Jaipur's Pink Palace.
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EventHayu FanFest
Sat, 15 Aug, 2026
Secret Location in Sydney, Sydney
Bringing reality TV into the real world, this streaming platform's landmark event is headed to Sydney for the first time.
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EventRon Mueck: Encounter
Sat, 6 Dec 2025 - Sun, 12 Apr 2026
Art Gallery of NSW, Sydney
AGNSW’s larger-than-life summer blockbuster is the biggest exhibition of acclaimed sculptor Ron Mueck's work ever staged in Australia.
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EventAll About Women 2026
Sun, 8 Mar, 2026
Sydney Opera House, Sydney
Hear centrepiece talks from change-making heads of government, justice-seeking journalists and razor-sharp authors as part of this powerhouse lineup.
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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.
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EventCharlotte de Witte at The Hordern Pavilion
Fri, 6 Mar, 2026
Hordern Pavilion, Moore Park
Off the back of a headline festival appearance, this Belgian techno superstar is heading to Sydney for this tour's one and only sideshow.
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EventTHE WORKS at Carriageworks
Mon, 29 Dec 2025 - Fri, 16 Jan 2026
Carriageworks, Eveleigh
Get immersed in the inaugural season of this cutting-edge warehouse event, featuring groundbreaking electronic stars from around the globe.
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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.
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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.
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EventSydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade
Sat, 28 Feb, 2026
Oxford Street and surrounding areas, Darlinghurst
Sydney's biggest street party returns for its 48th edition, celebrating joy as power, protest and connection.
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EventDangerously Modern: Australian Women Artists in Europe 1890–1940
Sat, 11 Oct 2025 - Sun, 15 Feb 2026
Art Gallery of NSW, Sydney
AGNSW’s summer exhibition traces the bold journeys of 50 Australian women who reshaped the nation’s artistic landscape.
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NewsWin $200 Worth of Free Feasting and Drinking Thanks to the Urban Purveyor Group
Take your favourite out for a fancy, fancy dinner this spring.
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NewsChoose from a Cornucopia of Christmas Dining Options by Urban Purveyor Group
It's time to start booking your Christmas event.
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NewsMeet Skittlelane, Sydney’s Newest Inner City Laneway Cafe
Melbourne's not the only Australian city with laneway coffee stops any more.
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NewsGelato Messina Just Released Their Own Cake Cookbook
Make your own version of Dr Evil’s Magic Mushroom cake at home. Well, try.
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NewsHotel Palisade's Rooftop Bar Is Set to Open in Sydney
Split-level bar and restaurant Henry Deane will be the cherry atop the Palisade.
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GuideThe Best Halloween Events in Sydney
From zombies at the Australian Museum to ritual dancing in a rainforest.
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NewsMelbourne's Shortstop Coffee and Donuts Is Coming to Sydney
Melbourne's cult doughnut shop is heading north.
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NewsOne Ford Street Opens at Balmain's Refurbished Cricketers Arms Hotel
Seasonal, Italian-style fare from an ex-Bourke Street Bakery chef.
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NewsThe World's First Garlic Bread Appreciation Conference Is Coming to Australia
Because some people aim for the stars.
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NewsThe Best Places to Fill Up Your Growler in Sydney
Get your beer cheaper, friendlier and better for the planet.
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NewsCake Wines Is Hosting a Series of One-Off Community Feasts with Sydney's Top Chefs
All staged within some of Sydney's community gardens.
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NewsMinor Figures Bring Their Award-Winning Cold Brew Coffee Poppers Back Home to Australia
Ethically sourced, ready-to-drink, long-life cold coffee. Brilliant.
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NewsNewtown Has a New Mexican-Inspired Cantina and Tequila Bar
With a Day of the Dead theme that won't make you cringe.
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NewsNoma Is About to Open Bookings for Its Sydney Pop-Up
Get ready to pounce on this summer's hot ticket.
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NewsThere's a New Dining Precinct Coming to Bondi
Pacific Bondi Beach won't just be expensive apartments — there's a QT, gelateria and small bar coming.
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NewsKansas City Shuffle Fuses Superfoods and American Diner Classics in The Rocks
Find tofu, doughnuts and fried chicken burgers in one Sydney spot.
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NewsExpert Suggests That Dogs Should Be Allowed at the Pub
Take your four-legged friend on a walk to your local.
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NewsDinner by Heston Blumenthal Is Opening Next Week and Here's Everything We Know
Fancy lamingtons, mechanical art installations and jelly moulds on the wall. Classic Heston.
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GuideThe Ten Best Things to Do at Sydney Craft Beer Week 2015
Beer with breakfast, lunch, dinner and your afternoon egg and spoon race.
