ROUGE
A well-regarded bar at Darling Harbour in Sydney with a 4.6 rating across 80 reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
ROUGE sits on Wheat Road at Darling Harbour, in the heart of Sydney's waterfront entertainment precinct. A 4.6 rating from 80 reviews marks it as a genuine local favourite.
The appeal is a stylish bar in a lively location — a lovely spot for a cocktail, a drink and a relaxed evening, right by the buzz of Darling Harbour with the water close by. Its central location, close to the harbour's dining and attractions, makes it easy to fold a visit into a wider night out.
Drinks lists, events and trading hours at bars change over time, and it gets busy on weekends and warm evenings. Check current details directly with the venue, and consider arriving early or booking where possible to be sure of a spot.
Practical details
Opening hours
Closed- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- 18:00 – 00:00
- WednesdayToday
- 18:00 – 00:00
- Thursday
- 18:00 – 00:00
- Friday
- 18:00 – 00:00
- Saturday
- 18:00 – 00:00
- Sunday
- 18:00 – 00:00
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 77
- Popularity
- 58
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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