Best Bars in Sydney (2026)
Looking for the best bars in Sydney? We've rounded up 158 of the city's standout spots — from neighbourhood favourites to buzzy new openings. Every venue is ranked by our Spot Score, which weighs reputation, popularity and freshness, so you can book with confidence. Filter by suburb, price or what's open now to find your next go-to.
From rooftop and laneway bars to intimate cocktail dens, Sydney rewards a bit of wandering after dark. The picks below cover the spectrum — wine bars, craft cocktails and buzzy late-night spots alike.
158 spots
The Soda Factory
$$US-style diner & bar serving hot dogs & retro cocktails, with booth seats, live music & DJs.
Palomino Lounge Enmore
Bars in Newtown, Sydney.
The Office Hotel
$$Tapas, pizzas and pub meals served in a lively, 2-storey sports bar with a balcony, garden and TAB.
ivy Sydney
$$Stylish restaurants, a hip rooftop pool bar & big club nights in a landmark entertainment complex.
4Donkey Cocktail Bar
Bars in Surry Hills, Sydney.
Verandah Bar
$$A bustling bar and restaurant with an outdoor terrace, serving Modern European cuisine and wines.
The Library Bar
Bars in Sydney CBD, Sydney.
Tailor Room
Bars in The Rocks, Sydney.
Champagne Bar
$Bars in Darling Harbour, Sydney.
Jackalberry
International small plates & mains pair with beer, wine & cocktails in contemporary surroundings.
Blackwattle Bar + Brewery
Bars in Alexandria, Sydney.
Northies Cronulla Hotel
$$Classic bistro meals, plus cocktails and live TV sports, in a long-running, laid-back establishment.
Rack Legends
Bars in Parramatta, Sydney.
Blu Bar on 36
$$$Cosmopolitan lounge with soaring windows and harbour views, for classic cocktails and bar bites.
Paddo RSL
$Bars in Paddington, Sydney.
Mountain Culture Brewery - Redfern
Breweries in The Rocks, Sydney.
The Nocturne
Bars in Surry Hills, Sydney.
Bar Una Más
Restaurants in Coogee, Sydney.
Bars by suburb
Zoom in on the best bars in Sydney's most popular neighbourhoods.
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Read guide →Bars in Sydney — FAQs
What are the best bars in Sydney?+
Our top-rated bars in Sydney are ranked by our Spot Score, which combines Google ratings, review volume, category fit and how recently we verified the details. The highest scorers appear at the top of this page.
How is the Sydney bars ranking decided?+
We blend independent signals — Google star ratings and review counts, popularity, the quality of available information and freshness — into a single Spot Score out of 100. It's an editorial score, not a paid placement.
Can I filter bars by suburb or price?+
Yes. Use the filters to narrow by suburb, minimum rating, price level, whether a place is open now, and features like dog-friendly or outdoor seating.
How many bars are listed in Sydney?+
We currently feature 158 bars across Sydney and surrounding suburbs, and we add and re-check venues regularly.