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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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GuideSydney's Best Bottomless Brunches
Swap your morning muesli for a mimosa and that sunrise coffee for an espresso martini at the best bottomless brunch spots in Sydney.
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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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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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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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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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EventNoobiie Flagship Opening
Sat, 11 Jul, 2026
Noobiie, Newtown
Oversized silhouettes meet specialty drinks, live screen-printing and tatts in the refurbed space.
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EventWild Things at Sydney Opera House
Sat, 26 Sep - Sun, 11 Oct 2026
Sydney Opera House, Sydney
From towering swings to circus premieres, this inaugural international festival is set to delight kids and grown-ups alike.
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EventBistro Guillaume x Baker Bleu Takeover
Thu, 6 Aug - Sun, 9 Aug 2026
Baker Bleu - Double Bay, Double Bay
A spot at this exclusive experience will be the hottest ticket in town, with only nine tables available per service.
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EventCassian: Day-to-Night Australia Tour 2026
Sat, 7 Nov 2026
Various locations, Sydney
This Grammy Award-winning producer is headed home this spring, transforming parks and club grounds into euphoric openair dance parties.
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EventSouth African Film Festival
Sun, 21 Jun - Sun, 26 Jul 2026
Various cinemas across Australia
The eighth run of SAFF will see 33 films direct from South Africa come to cinemas across Australia and New Zealand.
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EventHSBC Spanish & Latin American Film Festival
Wed, 10 Jun - Sun, 12 Jul 2026
Various Palace Cinemas around Australia, Moore Park
The annual showcase of Spanish and Latin American filmmaking returns to Australian screens this winter.
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EventThe Music of the Lord of the Rings
Thu, 16 Jul - Sat, 18 Jul 2026
Concert Hall, Sydney Opera House, Sydney
Explore the music of The Lord of the Rings like never before, with the Sydney Symphony Orchestra and Art of the Score.
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EventAvatar: Forms of Vishnu
Sat, 20 Jun - Mon, 5 Oct 2026
Naala Badu Building, AGNSW, Sydney
This massive exhibition explores the many forms of the Hindu deity Vishnu, as depicted in 200 works that span 1500 years.
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EventBastille Festival
Thu, 16 Jul - Sun, 19 Jul 2026
Circular Quay, Sydney
Warm up this winter — this four-day soirée is taking over Circular Quay and The Rocks with French food, wine and entertainment.
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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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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.
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NewsAlchemy Is Victoria's New Gin Distillery, Cocktail Bar and Place to Stay the Night
The Healesville distillery makes its own chamomile gin, quinoa vodka and moonshine.
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NewsBondi's Over-the-Top Burger Palace Milky Lane Is Opening in Cronulla
The popular eastern suburbs venue is bringing its overly indulgent menu to The Shire.
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NewsCornersmith Marrickville Has Reopened — and Now It Serves Booze and Dinner
The inner west haunt has had a refresh and is now serving up kombucha spritzes and plates of oysters after dark.
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NewsThe City of Sydney Is Setting Up a New Panel to Advise on the City's Nightlife
It's put the call out for individuals who'll advise on new initiatives and help transform Sydney into a 24-hour city — even with the lockout laws in place.
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NewsLuke Mangan Is Launching His New Neighbourhood-Style Eatery in Waterloo
Luke's Kitchen will replace MOJO wine bar on Danks Street.
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NewsGlebe Stalwart The Roxbury Is On Sale for a Cool $6 Million
The 700-square-metre, two-level Glebe Point Road building is on the market, including the pub's original bar, functioning kitchen and dining area.
