


"Cocktail jars, wood fired pizza and burgers in a boisterous bar known for its late night party vibe" Tip: Head there on a Wednesday for $1 Dumplings. The Standard Bowl is open Friday and Saturday nights until 3:00am with live DJs. You can't get any more Sydney than this - a pumping bar, live music and street art nestled aside 4 retro style bowling lanes. "4 bowling alleys, dynamic bar, brick walls with American themed street art" Tip: ask the bartender for their recommendation for the day. This little basement whisky bar is hidden down an alley way behind a set of wheelies bins - can't get anymore secret than that! The Baxter Inn is a great place to hide away from the cold weather and grab a whisky (of course), a craft beer or a fancy cocktail. "rated 6th in the World's Top 50 Bars in 2015" Expect great Whiskey, craft beer, live music and always a fun night out - great for Winter! Tip: try the Green Apple Whisky.īasement, 152 - 156 Clarence Street, Sydney Hidden down an alley way off the bustling street of Oxford, Shady Pines Saloon (don't let the saloon title fool you) takes the western theme to the next level. "Cowboy themed, specialty whiskeys, craft ales and peanut snacks" Tip: Head there on a Wednesday night for $15 all you can eat pizza. TIP: try the $20 jugs of Sangria or if you are feeling like a splurge may be on the cards - the $30 Pimm's Pitchers are a treat!Īs you make your way through this tiny, unsuspecting pizza place you will be blown away by the bustling bar out the back! Not only can you grab a US style pizza by the slice, but Frankies has live entertainment on every night of the week, from glam rock, local bands and DJs. You can grab a feed there but it is a little bit beyond the old backpacker budget.

We love a good Rooftop Bar! Sweethearts is a great place to grab a cheeky pre night bevvy before hitting the notorious night clubs of Kings Cross. Cool huh? The Soda Factory is open until 3:00AM Friday, Saturday AND Sunday nights and is a great place to hit the D floor! Tip: Try the $10 gourmet hot dogs or. Not only a great place to grab a cheap eat, but this bar is only accessible through a secret Fridge Door. "US style diner and bar serving hot dogs and retro cocktails with live music and DJs" Secretly hidden inside an office building, the only way you will find this popular local hot spot is if you know of it! The Rook has an outdoor area overlooking the towering Sydney skyscrapers and a great menu if you fancy feed. "Cool rooftop spot with wood walls, painted murals, burgers & cocktails" Yep - another one for the bucket list! Oh and Bearded men rejoice - you can get the ultimate Bearded treatment for (including an oil treatment) for around $30. Hidden at the back of the classically styled barber sits a small bar - unknown to the unsuspecting eye! There is a great wine list, cocktails, a huge selection of Gin and boutique bottled beers. "Pass through the Barbershop partition door and step into a welcoming place"īefore we begin. You will find vintage vinyl wall art spanned across the walls and a huge range of new or pre loved vinyls to browse through (or whack on the credit card)! Tip: head to Mojo on a Thursday night and hit the D floor alongside some Australia's best vinyl DJs. So Sydney - where else can you buy a vinyl record whilst knocking back a sweet, sweet cold craft Aussie beer? Mojo Record Bar can be found at Basement level in Sydney's CBD and the venue itself is a sight for sore eyes. Why are we sharing this valuable information? Because there's nothing more exciting that stumbling upon a little local's secret when travelling the world. Melbourne is pretty darn cool but Sydney has just as much to offer (we just don't brag about) - after all, the best kept secrets are those that are kept secret right? To contradict that very statement, here are our Top 10 hidden and secret Sydney bars.įrom retro style bowling alleys, bars that can only be reached by making your way through a fridge door and a classy whisky bar hidden behind a wheelie bin - Sydney's got it going on. You've probably noticed the hype around Melbourne's hidden laneway and rooftop bars.
