The Lobo

The Lobo sits in a basement on Clarence Street in the heart of the Sydney CBD. A characterful underground cocktail bar with a Latin-inspired, speakeasy-style mood, it's the kind of atmospheric, in-the-know spot that rewards seeking out — descending below street level into a moody, intimate space devoted to expertly made drinks.

The appeal is that combination of quality cocktails, a genuinely 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 characterful underground 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 1,100 reviews, it's clearly delivering on both the drinks and the atmosphere. Cocktail lists, any food offering, opening hours and booking arrangements vary, and a popular city 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 characterful underground spot.