The top 10 small bars in Sydney
When it comes to small bars, people are now spoilt for choice - but that doesn't make it any easier to pick a venue for the evening. This top 10 will guide you through the best small bar experiences Sydney has on offer. There are no restrictions: the small bars can be cocktails bars, wine bars or just a friendly place to grab a drink. See for yourself: The top 10 small bars in Sydney.
Newest Small Bars in Sydney
Last updated May 2013
If you are looking for the latest small bars to appear on the Sydney scene, here are the newest venues to open ther doors:
The Wild Rover
Rustic touches and an adventurous cocktail menu are perfectly executed in this subtlely themed Irish bar: 7/10
Opened: April 2013
Hustle & Flow
Sydney's only dedicated hip-hop small bar that merges the old and new Redfern in one location: 6/10
Opened: April 2013
Play Bar
The theme in this basement bar is music - mostly on vinyl. Each night sees a different event and don't be surprised to see some local muso's playing live: 6/10
Opened: February 2013
Black Penny
A compact corner bar on Cleveland street with a relaxed, open interior and cocktails for grown-ups: 7/10
Opened: February 2013
Bulletin Place
Indulge in some seasonally fresh cocktails including the much maligned daiquiri, just a minute's walk from Circular Quay: 8/10
Opened: December 2012
Frankie's Pizza
A venue desperately needed in this part of the city with an extensive selection of beer, pinball and pizza. A man cave that women enjoy too: 9/10
Opened: December 2012
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Sydney City
Mojo Record Bar
Both the bar and record shop feel like you are in good hands. The atmosphere is relaxed, a little nostalgic and fun: 7/10
York Lane
Probably one of the smallest bars in the CBD, it's both rustic and modern with friendly staff: 6/10
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Bondi
The Shop & Wine Bar
After eight years, this Bondi venue remains the local leader of the small bar: compact, relaxed and an alternative to the backpacker hangouts: 6/10
Bondi FM Cafe and Bar
This is not a bar for everyone and while it can have a great vibe, you'll sometimes feel like you are not part of it: 6/10
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Surry Hills-Darlinghurst
The Wild Rover
Rustic touches and an adventurous cocktail menu are perfectly executed in this subtlely themed Irish bar: 7/10
Hinky Dinks
An inspired bar decorated in 1950s/carnival style and backed by a tempting cocktail menu: 8/10
Mr Fox
At night, the dark interior and soft lighting are enticing with music at an unobtrusive level: 5/10
Tio's Cerveceria
A tequila bar that has a more rowdy feel rather than a cool vibe: 6/10
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Redfern-Chippendale
The Dock
Fun and a little out there, but the perfect bar for escaping some of Sydney's pretentiousness: 8/10
Dry Land Bar
An airy shop-front bar in Redfern with friendly staff: 6/10
Freda's Bar and Canteen
The cocktails have a mature taste and it's rare to see sugary fruity concoctions at this Chippendale bar: 7/10
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Newtown-Glebe
The Midnight Special
Refined grunge may seem like a contradiction but it's the best way of describing this small bar lurking on the outskirts of Newtown: 6/10
Bench Wine Bar
A starkly modern space serving cocktails and wines: 5/10
Jester Seeds
Unlike many of the larger soulless venues, you get the feeling they care what happens there. Plus they know how to have fun: 8/10
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North
The Foxtrot
On the edge of Crows Nest lies this gem, open to 3am with bottle holding service: 7/10
Honey Rider
A small bar that offers an alternate drinking experience in Neutral Bay: 6/10
Sydney now has a florishing small bar scene, and here's how to find the best ones. Each review will show you the best Sydney small bars for dates, drinks with friends, after-work catch-ups or even a quiet spot to read a book. Finding a particular small bar can add to its mystique and unlike the large beer barns that once dominated the drinking landscape, each of Sydney's small bars has a distinct personality of its own. You can settle at one of the bars for the night or happliy stroll for a few minutes between your favourites. If you''d like to see a review of your favourite or latest on the small bar scene, drop us an email via the contact page.
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