Established by an independent wine merchant in Sydney is The Wine Library. The place is basically a wine bar with exquisite wines from across the globe all culminated at one place. Its collection of wine is impeccable and one of the greatest in Australia. They also offer an extensive food menu of everything that goes well with wine. So if you are a wine connoisseur, this is the place you must visit when you are in Sydney.
Dine with a fabulous view of Bondi Beach at Icebergs. This trendy restaurant and bar is the place to see and be seen! With main courses like Spaghetti with Clams and Zauchini Flowers, its tasty Mediterranean cuisine is a definite draw. You can hang out with a chilled cocktail at the trendy 1970s inspired bar, or sip on some wine as you enjoy the scenic surroundings. Icebergs can also be hired for exclusive events and private dining. Despite the name, this is one venue that is definitely hot!
Chinese Laundry is an underground party hot-spot that is an extension of the Slip Inn club. With a strong Eastern influence and rustic touches to the interiors, the oriental theme is welcoming with bright colors around. With a great atmosphere, increasing crowd every night and a booming sound system, Chinese Laundry is very popular. It is highly regarded for its electro, techno and house night with a number of international and fine DJs featured nightly to rock the house.
So food historians observed that the Aussie’s did not have any good beer until the late 1900 and that is when some people decided to take charge and took the onus on themselves to bring quality beer to Australia and that is how 4 Pines came in to existence. Of course, this is but a story! Established in 2008, the pub is an exciting entrant in the brewery section in Sydney but is one of the landmark places to get exotic and freshly brewed beer. Also, the beers are all natural and handcrafted!
Inner-city Sydney might not be the first place you'd look for a slice of the Wild West, but it's just what the owners of Shady Pines are offering. Hidden down an alley behind busy Oxford Street, with no signage, it may be a little hard to find, but the extra effort is worth it. Once inside you'll be instantly transported to a time and place far away. Stuffed animal heads look over a room full of simple wooden tables that would be perfect for a card game. Of course for the full experience, take your place on a stool at the bar and tackle one of the many whiskeys on offer.
Located in Argyle Stores, Argyle is a five-bar lounge in the oldest part of the city. The 18th-century architecture lends a certain charm to this place that is as big as a boutique hotel. With space not being a constraint, the seating is spacious and comfortable. Muted lights, wooden rafters, huge pillars and glass urns make up the interiors. You are spoiled for choice between the Lava Bar, The Perch, The Lounge or Courtyard. The staff is extremely friendly and this place is a must-visit for its ambiance, food, and margaritas.
Located somewhere in the bustling Fairfield West is Gigino, a humble Italian Restaurant that would remind you of the food cooked by your Nonna (grandmother). It is because of this reason that people of Fairfield West visit this eatery. The black and white photographs and dim lighting give the restaurant a comfortable and cozy atmosphere. Gigino successfully blends the modern techniques of urban restaurants with the authenticity of traditional Italian home-cooked dishes. The aforementioned feature is especially observable in dozens of their Italian specialties and pizzas. Some of the delicacies served here include Proveleta, Pappardelle Pasta, Margherita, Napoli and Chicken Cotolette with fries. After finishing the course, you can cap off the meal with desserts like Crème Brûlée, Pannacotta, Millefoglie, Gelato and Tiramisu.
Hidden away in an old garage, off Kent Street, Papa Gede's is a little corner that will transport you to N'awlins in a jiffy. There are plenty of New Orleans elements in the decor - replete with candle-lights and voodoo dolls. The bar program is just as impressive as the rest of the place - along with the usual suspects, beers, spirits, wines, they serve a range of fun concoctions that are pleasing and potent. But the hero (or should we say, the heroine) on the menu is absinthe that's served the traditional way - with sprinklers and sugar cubes. All in all, Papa Gede's Bar makes for good night, one that you wont be forgetting any time soon (or perhaps, won't remember at all).
Who said cocktail bars can't be bright, breezy and cheerful? Challenging this notion is Wilhelmina's, a cocktail bar and small plates restaurant with anti-brooding vibes, light, airy curtains and a larger-than-life mural meant to depict the eponymous dream girl, Wilhelmina. Owned by booze veterans James Bradey and Warren Burns, this eatery and bar has gotten on board ex-Masterchef participant Jamie Fleming who helms the kitchen scene. While you're here, sit at the long communal tables, share the delicious small plates offering light, seasonal fare and sip on boozy cocktails and juices.
Taking its name from Tuscany's famous Bistecca Alla Florentina or the T-Bone steak, Bistecca is Downtown Sydney's best Italian hideout. The dimly lit, all-white space with rustic wooden and open brick accents exudes the charm of a quaint, Tuscan style eatery. Guests can choose and weigh their steaks which are cooked over charcoal and served with a variety of Italian herbs and sides like white beans, mushrooms, parmesan, to name a few. You can head down to the wine cellar and choose your favorite bottle or ask for a suggestion to pair with your juicy steak. The drinks menu also offers an array of cocktails and digestives. Keep a little appetite for the delectable desserts like Tiramisu or their cheese assortments. Experience the authentic flavors of Tuscany at this charming restaurant.
This quaint restaurant located in the neighborhood of Alexandria lures avid foodies to its rustic wooden door embedded into a brick exterior with promises of appetizing Italian delights cooked to perfection. And Pino's Vino e Cucina definitely delivers! Featuring an interior comprised of exposed brickwork and timbered walls which are illuminated by subtle lighting, this establishment makes for a perfect spot for both a romantic date as well as a get-together for family and friends. The menu is decked with scrumptious options like rock oysters, chicken liver pate, scallops, baby vegetables and a variety of homemade pasta packed with explosive flavors. You can pair your meal with your pick of ingeniously concocted cocktails and wines from an extensive list.
One of Sydney’s renowned cocktail bars, Cantina OK! Is a perfect stop to have the most delectable cocktails in the city. This tiny little colorful place boasts walls adorning shelves with agave spirits, a wooden bar counter and warm lights creating a casual vibe around here. The menu features classic Margaritas and a diverse range of cocktails prepared using hand-shaved ice and hand-pressed lime adding a personal touch to every drink served at this place. Owing to its limited space, guests enjoy their drinks standing at the counter or in a small open area in front of this bar. Frequently visited by many cocktail connoisseurs, this little cocktail haven is place you must visit in Sydney.