3 editor picks in Sydney.
3 listening bars in Sydney our editors have drunk at, sorted by score. All Sydney nightlife.
The Caterpillar Club in Sydney's CBD is the Pitt Street basement bar from the Frankie's Pizza crew, with a 10,000-record collection behind the bar.
TipThe cheeseburger and tuna melt suit a late feed; the Bamboo Room hides behind a door out the back.
Rekodo in Sydney's Barangaroo is the Japanese-inspired restaurant and vinyl bar in Barangaroo House, a nod to Japanese listening rooms with DJs on the decks.
TipSaturday DJ nights lean R&B and groovy chart classics; book a table if you plan to eat as well as listen.
Bar Demo in Sydney's Newtown is the Enmore Road wine and cocktail bar where staff play whole vinyl albums start to finish on a custom-built sound system.
TipIt is walk-in only with salty snacks rather than a full menu; Monday is closed and Sunday ends at 10pm.
2 hours
Experience a unique twist on the classic afternoon tea with a gin and tea experience. Sip on signature gin cocktails poured into teapots to share and enjoy a selection...
Guided tour · 2h 30m
Wander the streets of Sydney's Chinatown and sample a range of delicious street foods from cuisines all over China. Learn about the culture and achievements of Chinese...
Guided tour · 3 hours
Discover Sydney’s vibrant Surry Hills and Oxford Street on a guided food tour with 6-plus tastings, uncovering rich immigrant heritage, local culture, and the city’s m...