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.
158 spots
MVP Nightclub
Live Music in Parramatta, Sydney.
Bar Lulu
Bars in The Rocks, Sydney.
Charlie Parker's
$$$Bars in Paddington, Sydney.
Above 319
Bars in Darling Harbour, Sydney.
Razz Room
Live Music in Sydney CBD, Sydney.
Alleyway
Breweries in Sydney CBD, Sydney.
Pleasure Club
Bars in Newtown, Sydney.
The Garden
Cafes in The Rocks, Sydney.
TWO 88 Bar & Kitchen
Bars in Darling Harbour, Sydney.
Bar Hanami
Bars in Surry Hills, Sydney.
Dead Set
Live Music in Surry Hills, Sydney.
Pontoon Bar
$$Buzzy harbourfront hangout for beer, cocktails and pub grub, plus DJs playing at weekends.
Bar Kage 影
Bars in Chatswood, Sydney.
The Rooftop Sydney
Mains & bar bites are served in this chic venue that has a robust drink menu & harbour views.
The Mulwray
Bars in Paddington, Sydney.
Rusty's Bar Coogee
Bars in Coogee, Sydney.
will's
Bars in Coogee, Sydney.
Yogi's Sports Bar
Bars in Chatswood, Sydney.
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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.