
Burrow Bar
A characterful basement cocktail bar in the Sydney CBD, rated 4.6 across more than 650 reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
Burrow Bar sits in a basement on Clarence Street in the heart of the Sydney CBD. A characterful underground cocktail bar, it's earned a strong reputation — the kind of cosy, atmospheric, in-the-know spot that rewards seeking out, descending below street level into a snug, characterful space devoted to expertly made drinks.
The appeal is that combination of quality, creative cocktails, a cosy, atmospheric basement setting and the sense of discovery that comes with a hidden city bar, ideal for after-work drinks, a date or a special night out. Its intimate, characterful space and serious approach to drinks have made it a beloved fixture of the Sydney bar scene.
With a 4.6 rating from more than 650 reviews, it's clearly delivering on both the drinks and the atmosphere. Cocktail lists, any food, opening hours and any booking arrangements vary, and a popular small bar fills up on weekends, so it's worth checking current details before you go — particularly if you're heading out with a group or want to settle in on a busy night in this cosy, characterful underground spot.
Reviewed by Iyan B.
Practical details
Opening hours
Closed- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- 16:00 – 00:00
- WednesdayToday
- 16:00 – 00:00
- Thursday
- 16:00 – 00:00
- Friday
- 16:00 – 00:00
- Saturday
- 16:00 – 00:00
- Sunday
- 16:00 – 00:00
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 83
- Popularity
- 86
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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