Best Bars in Sydney CBD
Looking for the best bars in Sydney CBD? We've gathered 34 standout spots in this corner of Sydney, each ranked by our independent Spot Score so the strongest picks rise to the top. Sydney CBD has its own character, and the bars here reflect it — from neighbourhood favourites locals keep to themselves to places worth a special trip across town. Use the filters to narrow by price, rating, what's open right now and the features that matter to you, then open the map to plan your visit around what else is nearby. We re-check details regularly, so opening hours and information stay current.
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.
34 spots in Sydney CBD
Papa Gede's Bar | Cocktail Bar Sydney
$$Intimate hangout with voodoo-themed decor, offering inventive cocktails, spirits and monthly comedy.
The Baxter Inn
$$Sophisticated bar featuring an extensive selection of top-shelf whiskies, plus classic cocktails.
Cantina OK!
$$Compact, rustic-chic bar specialising in margaritas & cocktails with handmade agave spirits.
Bar 83 at Sydney Tower
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Shady Pines Saloon
$$Low-lit, cowboy-themed hot spot with specialty whiskeys, craft ales, sarsaparilla and peanut snacks.
Old Mate's Place
$$Elevated saloon providing drinks & light fare in a woodsy space with leather booths & a terrace.
Bitter Phew
$$Cosy, laid-back watering hole with exposed-wooden beams, offering an evolving range of craft beers.
Employees Only Restaurant & Bar
$$Fashionable, buzzing cocktail bar offering sophisticated appetizers & main entrees.
The Noble Hops
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Cardea Sydney – Cocktail & Live Music Bar
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PS40
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The Lobo
$$$Vibrant Caribbean-themed bar with cane light fittings and potted plants, serving 250 types of rum.
RAMBLIN RASCAL
$$Inventive cocktails at a cool basement bar with cosy leather booths and exposed-brick walls.
Old Love's
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Bar 1880
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Burrow Bar
$$Easygoing basement hangout with a speakeasy vibe serving funky craft cocktails, beer & share plates.
Stitch Bar
$$Buzzy vintage bar serving creative cocktails and American diner food like burgers, dogs and tacos.
Palmer & Co.
$$$Classy 1920s-themed cocktail bar in a vaulted brick basement with dapper staff and live music.
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Bars in Sydney CBD — FAQs
What are the best bars in Sydney CBD?+
The bars in Sydney CBD listed here are ranked by our Spot Score — our independent editorial rating out of 100, combining reputation, popularity, category fit and how recently we verified the details. The highest scorers appear first.
How many bars are there in Sydney CBD?+
We currently feature 34 bars in Sydney CBD, and we add and re-check venues regularly so the list stays current.
How do I get to Sydney CBD in Sydney?+
Sydney CBD is one of Sydney's neighbourhoods — open any venue's page for its exact location, nearby public-transport stops and a map. See our Getting Around guide for tickets and fares.