The Fox Hole

The Fox Hole is a bar and kitchen on Harrington Street in The Rocks, Sydney, built around gin, whisky, cocktails, wine and British-inspired food. The venue describes its setting as akin to a cocktail bar tucked into the back lanes of London, giving it a distinctly London-influenced character without losing its local setting. It is a place for drinks with a little more to explore, whether you are dropping in for a cocktail, sharing food or settling in for a guided tasting.

Gin is the main draw. The Fox Hole offers more than 100 gins, covering well-known international labels, major Australian distillers and small-batch products from Sydney makers. Its changing selection of tonics creates more than 12,000 possible gin and tonic combinations, and the bar team can recommend a direction based on what you enjoy. The drinks list also includes a substantial whisky selection, wines by the glass, craft beers and cocktails developed by the resident mixologist. The kitchen serves a British-inspired menu, with food ranging from snacks to more substantial options and ingredients sourced locally and ethically.

For a more structured visit, Explore Gin is a two-hour experience led by one of the venue’s in-house gin storytellers. It includes seven gins from around the world, matched tonics and garnishes, plus access to an extended mixer and garnish bar for personal experimentation. Explore Whisky: Japan follows a similar format, taking guests through six Japanese whiskies while sharing the history and production methods behind them. Both experiences are designed to be informative and social, with the option to add the chef’s curated Just Feed Me menu if you want dinner alongside the tasting.

The Fox Hole also runs Gin & Tea on Saturday and Sunday afternoons, using gin cocktails in glass teapots, with bottomless options available. Cocktail Hour runs from 9pm to 10pm from Thursday to Saturday, when cocktails are offered at a discounted price. These formats make the venue suitable for an afternoon catch-up, an evening built around drinks or a small group gathering; tasting bookings cater for groups of up to 10 online, with larger groups directed to the venue’s events team. Its 4.4 Google rating from 652 reviews reflects the venue’s established following, while the knowledgeable spirit experts and storytelling-led experiences give regular bar visits a more engaging focus.