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NewsThis Heritage-Listed Building in The Rocks Is Now an Old-World Whisky Bar
The impressive space features exposed sandstone walls, renewed original fireplaces and 150 different whiskies.
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NewsThe Team Behind Melbourne's Matcha Mylkbar Is Bringing Radioactive-Looking Pasta to Sydney
Mark + Vinny's Spaghetti and Spritz Bar specialises in neon blue spirulina and bright-pink beetroot vegan pastas.
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NewsMelbourne Coffee Roaster Veneziano Has Launched Its First Sydney Cafe
The Surry Hills venue features a specialty espresso bar and a world-class barista training facility.
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NewsMelbourne Hamburger Haven Huxtaburger Is Coming to Sydney
This place has played a big part in the American-style burger trend in Melbourne — and now, six years later, it's coming up north.
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NewsDomino's Just Opened a Surry Hills 'Concept Store' for Some Reason
The pizza chain wants to be more than your stop for a $5 midnight snack.
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NewsEnmore's The Gretz Will Close to Make Way for an Eatery Dedicated to Fried Chicken
Wish Bone will hero Hartyard's famous fried chicken, which will be served alongside po' boys, poutine and pickles.
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GuideThe 28 Best BYO Restaurants in Sydney for When You're on a Budget (or Want to Bring Your Favourite Drop)
Head to your local bottle shop or pilfer your own wine collection before hitting these Sydney restaurants.
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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.
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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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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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NewsYou Can Now Crack a Tinnie on Your Commute Home on the Manly Ferry
Northern beaches brewery 4 Pines has opened a bar on the four public ferries that service Manly, and will serve beers from 4pm each day.
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NewsQuay Farewells the Snow Egg as the Iconic Venue Prepares to Renovate
This month is your last chance to taste the famed dessert before it's gone forever.
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NewsThis Lower North Shore Eatery Has Swapped Lobster Rolls for Fried Chicken
Johnny Lobster has ditched its namesake crustacean in favour of free-range fried chicken.
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NewsHop Topics: Fancy Yourself a Bit of a Tart? Sour Beers Are Here For You
These tart brews will get your tastebuds tingling.
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NewsSydney's Only Urban Winery Is Moving to Moore Park
Winemaker Alex Retief is trading in his St Peter's digs for space at Moore Park's Entertainment Quarter.
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RestaurantFortune of War
137 George Street, The Rocks
Fortune of War might be Sydney's oldest pub, but its 2025 reopening has set it up for a bright next chapter in its story.
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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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FeatureNew in Town: Terminus Hotel
After lying dormant for 30 years, the dust has been blown off this Pyrmont pub to make way for a 21st century Sydney watering hole.
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NewsA New Asian Dining Precinct Has Opened on the Third Level of Market City
The first eatery to open at 1909 Dining Precinct is a noodle joint from 'If You Are The One' host Meng Fei.
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NewsFour Pillars Has Launched a New Barrel-Aged Gin to Add to Your Gin Shrine
The Sherry Cask Gin is the distillery's first brand new product in two years.
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NewsNeil Perry Is Opening a Late-Night Mexican Restaurant by the Harbour
Rockpool Dining Group's next venture will see it turn the old Café Nice space into Bar Patrón.
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NewsNewtown's Continental Deli Is Headed to the CBD
The famed tinned cocktails are coming to the CBD.
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NewsFive Drinks to Discover at the Cocktail Bar Popping-Up in an Abandoned Chippendale House
A classic dry martini, a refreshing Italian spritz, an award-winning ale and more — your taste buds are in for a treat.
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EventTwo Door Cinema Club at Hordern Pavilion
Sun, 22 Nov, 2026
Hordern Pavilion, Moore Park
Having just announced a second Sydney show, this era-defining indie-dance band will perform their acclaimed debut album in full.
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EventBeck with the Sydney Symphony Orchestra
Thu, 7 May - Sat, 9 May 2026
Concert Hall, Sydney Opera House, Sydney
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EventPatricia Piccinini's 'Centrifugal Love Garden' at Passage Gallery
Fri, 6 Mar - Fri, 8 May 2026
Passage Gallery, Haymarket
On display around-the-clock, this acclaimed artist's latest work spins organoids, penguins and possibility into a vision of a symbiotic future.
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EventIngenia Holiday Parks Sydney Family Easter Show
Thu, 2 Apr - Sun, 19 Apr 2026
Entertainment Quarter, Moore Park
With affordable tickets and a huge Easter egg hunt, the Ingenia Holiday Parks Sydney Family Easter Show has your school holiday plans sorted.
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EventData Dreams: Art and AI at MCA Australia
Fri, 21 Nov 2025 - Mon, 27 Apr 2026
MCA, Sydney
Now on at MCA Australia, Data Dreams unites ten international artists in a major Sydney-only exhibition, examining how artificial intelligence is transforming the way we live, think and create.
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EventSydney Symphony Presents Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone In Concert
Wed, 2 Dec - Sat, 5 Dec 2026
Concert Hall, Sydney
Step back in time to the beginning of an iconic franchise, brought to life by the Sydney Symphony Orchestra.
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EventPOOL by Pier One and Business & Pleasure Co
Thu, 19 Feb - Thu, 30 Apr 2026
Pier One Sydney Harbour, Walsh Bay
Live it up by Sydney Harbour, as this pop-up pontoon and swimming pool evokes the sun-drenched beach clubs of Europe.
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EventPeking Duk at Hordern Pavilion
Fri, 15 May, 2026
Hordern Pavilion, Moore Park
This roof-raising duo are gearing up for their biggest performance in seven years, complete with a debut live show and future-forward visuals.
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EventMitski for Vivid LIVE at Sydney Opera House
Fri, 29 May - Mon, 1 Jun 2026
Sydney Opera House, Sydney
Returning to Australia after seven long years, indie icon Mitski will take over our most legendary music venue for a run of four exclusive shows.
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EventNative Australia Menu at NEL Restaurant
Wed, 14 Jan - Sat, 25 Apr 2026
Nel Restaurant, Sydney
Discover what makes Australia's native pantry so special, with a 12-course degustation crafted by one of our most creative chefs.
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NewsErskineville's Imperial Begins Its Four-Stage Reopening With the Launch of Restaurant Priscillas
The first phase features a veggie-focused menu and 'drag & dine' entertainment.
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NewsWhere to Find $10 Cocktails in Sydney Every Day of the Week
Whether it's Monday night or Sunday afternoon, here's where you can find cocktails for a tenner.
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NewsBarbetta Is Paddington's New Multi-Faceted Italian Cafe, Deli and Workshop Space
Drop in for cannoli pancakes, a porchetta panini or a pasta making class.
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NewsThis Sydney Pub Is Giving Away Free Schooners When It's a Scorcher
When the mercury hits 45, Abbotts Hotel will give away free beer.
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NewsCastlecrag's Shopping Village Is Set to be Redeveloped into a Major Food Precinct
The lower north shore shopping centre will be revamped by the developer of Chippendale's Kensington Street.
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NewsChristopher Hanna Might Be Sydney's Most Extra Hair Salon
You can order caviar or a magnum of Champagne while you get a cut and colour.
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GuideThe Best Aperitivo Hours in Sydney
Where to find super affordable Italian drinks and snacks every night of the week.
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NewsSydney's Three Blue Ducks Will Open in the New W Brisbane Hotel
The farm-to-table eatery — located in both Sydney and Byron Bay — will be the soon-to-open hotel's signature restaurant.
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News18 Sydney Businesses Have Just Been Given Grants to Run More Live Music and Late-Night Events
Oxford Art Factory, Freda's and The Roosevelt will receive matched funding as part of the City of Sydney's latest round of business support grants.
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NewsWin Exclusive Access to This Pop-Up Where You'll Learn to Mix Martinis Like a Pro
Get a sneak peek into the interactive pop-up that promises to up your drinks game.
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NewsHopper Kade Has A Permanent BYO Restaurant in Darlinghurst
And it's open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
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NewsAlibi Is Woolloomooloo's New Plant-Based Restaurant
It's the first Australian eatery by world-famous vegan chef Matthew Kenney.
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NewsSydney Is Getting Another Round of Harry Potter-Themed Feasts Due to Muggle Demand
The first two dates sold out quicker than you can say "accio butterbeer."
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NewsHow to Turn Passion and Disillusionment into a Beloved Business (and Drink)
We speak to the duo behind Poor Toms just before the much-anticipated opening of their first bar.
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FeatureNew in Town: Luke's Kitchen
Luke Mangan's Waterloo eatery has reopened with a new menu, a fresh design and a reinvigorated approach to neighbourhood dining.
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NewsFive New Eateries Have Been Added to Haymarket's Soon-to-Open Steam Mill Lane
The laneway will have a karaoke izakaya, gyros shop and Sichuan rice joint when it opens as part of Lendlease's Darling Square development in April.
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GuideSydney Restaurants Where you Can Book a Table Outside
Reserve a table outside and soak up the final rays of summer.
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NewsOxford University Is Launching Its Own Gin
It's the first-ever gin made for the university and bearing its name, and it's flavoured using plants from its botanic garden.
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NewsThe World's First Dog Tap House Has Opened In the US
Drink a few pints while finding your new pet pooch.
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NewsYou Can Still Snag a Last Minute Reservation at a Top Australian Restaurant for Valentine's Day
And all in the name of doing some good.
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NewsScotland's BrewDog Has Picked Brisbane as the Site of Its $30 Million Australian Brewery
It'll feature brewing and canning facilities, a restaurant, taproom and visitor centre.
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NewsThis New DIY Australian Brewery Lets You Brew Your Own Craft Beer On-Site
Perth's Brew U is helping punters take their home brewing to the next level.
